OALA Research and Innovation Award

The Award

This award recognizes scholarly activities and/or the development of innovative practices and the publication and dissemination of this knowledge for the betterment of the profession and the greater good. This may include: academic papers, research, publications, books, e-applications or public presentations, which contribute to the knowledge base that furthers the advancement of the art, science and practice of landscape architecture.

Nominee

The nominee may be a member of the OALA in any category of membership, or a non-member, whose research has made a significant contribution to the knowledge base that furthers the advancement of the profession of landscape architecture.

Nominator and Endorser

The nominator shall be a member of OALA in any of the categories of membership or a Committee of the OALA.

A minimum of 1 letter of endorsement is required by, any member of the OALA in any category of membership; or a non-member professionally acquainted with the nominee’s scholarly or innovative work.

Submission Requirements and Evaluation Criteria

• The submission shall reference the works and where possible provide links or pdf copy of the work.
• Cited works must be published and readily available for acquisition and use by landscape architects in the province of Ontario.
• The submission shall highlight the significance of the work to the profession. Where possible indicate the advancements or tools the work provides the profession.
• Please note in the submission if the work is for the benefit of students of landscape architecture, landscape architect practitioners, or the general public.

Submit your nomination

Previous Recipients

Recent recipients of the OALA Research & Innovation Award are:

• 2024 - Nikibii Dawadinna Giigwag
• 2023 – Brendan Stewart
• 2023 – Fadi Masoud
• 2022 - Dr. Robert Corry
• 2022 - Mary Jane Lovering
• 2021 - Peter Kells