Awards & Bursaries
CPRA Awards
The Awards listed below are presented to individuals/organizations/corporations (including a municipality or government agency/department) who have demonstrated a high level of commitment, passion and leadership on a national level to the parks and recreation sector.
CPRA encourages you to consider nominating an individual or organization for one of these prestigious national awards. Applications open March 2, 2026. The deadline to apply is April 6, 2026. The nomination process is simple and fast.
Read the awards eligibility and submission guidelines
Download our nomination form
Learn more about the various awards available below, or for more information please contact [email protected] or your local Provincial or Territorial Parks and Recreation Association.
CPRA Award and Bursary Recipients
The CPRA Awards Program recognizes the following:
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CPRA Award of Merit
Efforts of individuals/organizations/ community groups/ corporations in each province and territory who have influenced the parks and recreation sector in a local, regional and/or national capacity. Applications are accepted all year.
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CPRA President’s Award of Distinction
Long-term service and commitment of individuals to the parks and recreation sector on a national scale in Canada. Applications open March 2, 2026. Deadline for applications is April 6, 2026.
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CPRA Partnership Award
Sector partners (organizations/corporations /governments) whose collaboration, creativity, and innovation, enrich individual health and community well-being and enhance Canada’s parks and recreation community. Applications open March 2, 2026. Deadline for applications is April 6, 2026.
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CPRA Emerging Leader Award
The importance of supporting and celebrating young Canadians, as they are the future leaders of the parks and recreation sector. Applications open March 2, 2026. Deadline for applications is April 6, 2026.
Harry Boothman Bursary
The Harry Boothman Bursary was established to honour the contributions of Harry Boothman to the parks and recreation sector. Harry served as Parks Supervisor for the City of Calgary, CPRA Board Member, and long-time supporter of the organization. This bursary reflects his belief in the continued development of professionals within the field.
This year, the bursary will support participation in the CPRA Summit (November 2026). Up to $2,000 in bursaries will be awarded to eligible recipients.
Applications are open to Parks and Recreation practitioners currently working full-time in the sector.
Further details regarding eligibility and how to apply will be announced shortly.
CPRA encourages you to consider nominating an individual or organization for one of these prestigious national awards. Applications open March 2, 2026. The deadline to apply is April 6, 2026. The nomination process is simple and fast.
Download the application form
Download follow-up form
All applications should be submitted electronically to: [email protected]
