OUR RECIPIENTS
2025 SCHOLARSHIPS
2025 CIP-PSTF Excellence in Planning Research Scholarship (formerly known as CIP President's Scholarship)
Mara Bender - Université de Montréal
Urbanism factors of suburban public space to create opportunities for intercultural interactions
“I am deeply grateful to be the recipient of the 2025 CIP-PSTF Excellence in Planning Research Scholarship. I’m honoured that CIP-PSTF recognizes the value of my work, and I appreciate the opportunity to share my research with the broader planning community. Thank you for this meaningful support.”
2025 - Mara Bender - Université de Montréal 2024 - Kylie Saira Clark - University of British Columbia 2023 - Molly Thomas - University of Alberta 2022 - Amajury Sainjon - Université Laval 2021 - Patrycia Menko - University of Waterloo 2020 - Chris Ray- Simon Fraser University 2019 - Kacia Tolsma - Simon Fraser University 2018 - Emily Halldorson - University of Manitoba 2017 - Kai Okazaki - University of British Columbia 2016 - Chloe Boyle - Simon Fraser University 2015 - Adboul-Kader Mahamdou - Université Laval 2014 - Cara Fisher - McGill University 2013 - Marena Brinkhurst - Simon Fraser University 2012 - Marcus D. Bowman - Ryerson University 2011 - Alejandra Permodo Ibanez 2010 - Anna Usborne - Simon Fraser University 2009 - Brooke Land-Murphy - Simon Fraser University 2008 - Katherine D. Sparkes - University of Guelph 2007 - Alfredo Sztabinski - University of Toronto 2006 - Ko Takeuchi - University of British Columbia 2005 - Pascal Harvey - McGill University 2004 - Elizabeth Cooper - University of British Columbia 2003 - Christine O'Malley - University of Guelph 2002 - Katarzyna Tota - Dalhousie University
2025 CIP Healthy Communities Planning Scholarship
Sarah Mallen - Queen's University
Urban Downtowns as Places for Healthy Aging: The Experiences of Downtown Living for Older Adults in Calgary, AB
“I am honoured to receive the 2025 CIP Healthy Communities Planning Scholarship. My research on the intersection of age-friendly planning, relocation, and downtown revitalization in Calgary is an incredibly unique project that emphasizes the diversity of lived experiences, motivations, and drawbacks for pre-retirement and retirement age adults in the Greater Downtown. This award affirms that there is still much to be done for age-friendly planning in Canada.”
2025 - Sarah Mallen - Queen's University
2025 CIP Housing Action Scholarship
Caley Savage - Queen's University
Studentification Unveiled: Navigating Socioeconomic Shifts, Housing Pressures, and Community Cohesion in Aging Communities
​“I am honoured to receive the 2025 CIP Housing Action Scholarship. This support motivates me to continue advancing research and planning practices that foster more inclusive, resilient communities, translating academic insights into actionable solutions for cities facing similar demographic challenges.”
2025 - Caley Savage - Queen's University
2025 CIP Indigenous Communities Planning Scholarship
Emma O’Reilly - University of Waterloo
Indigenous Data Sovereignty in Professional Planning Practice; Through a Cross-Disciplinary Review
“Receiving this scholarship is both an honour and a meaningful opportunity to continue my research focused on ethical data practices and Indigenous data governance in the planning profession. This support not only empowers my academic journey but also signals a broader commitment to uplifting Indigenous voices and perspectives in planning practice and research.”
2025 - Emma O’Reilly - University of Waterloo
​2025 CIP Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Accessibility in Planning Scholarship
Jennifer Rodriguez - Queen's University
A Walk-Along Study Exploring Older Adults’ Perspectives on Age-Friendly Features and Playfulness in Ottawa’s Public Spaces
“Receiving the 2025 CIP EDIA in Planning Scholarship is an honour. I am deeply passionate about studying and learning from underrepresented voices to understand how they can shape and influence their own built environments. I am incredibly grateful to CIP for supporting my research and for recognizing the potential of play to enhance the quality of life for older adults.”
2025 - Jennifer Rodriguez - Queen's University
Glenn Tunnock Climate Change Action Scholarship
Adam Kelly - University of Waterloo
Revealing Active Transportation Network Shade Dynamics to Advance Municipal Shade Planning: Spatiotemporal Patterns, Source Attribution, and Assessment of Shade Quantification Methods via 3D LiDAR Digital Twin Based Modelling
​“I am delighted and grateful to receive the 2025 Glenn Tunnock Climate Change Action Scholarship, as the financial freedom provided enables me to spend more time perfecting the workflow and analysis behind the project. In addition, the added exposure that my project will receive because of this scholarship is equally as important, as I'll be able to share the workflow with more municipalities and drive greater change, all thanks to CIP-PSTF!”
2024 - Mieke Boecker - Simon Fraser University 2023 - Michael Kvern - University of Guelph 2022 - Martin Straathof - University of Guelph 2021 - Hillary Beattie - University of Manitoba
2025 CIP-PSTF Innovation in Planning Scholarship
(formerly known as Thomas Adams Scholarship)
Anita So - Vancouver Island University
Outdoor Spaces for Everyone: Improving Accessibility in Backcountry Hiking Trails for People with Physical Disability
“I am thankful for this opportunity from CIP-PSTF and honoured to receive the Innovation in Planning Scholarship. This recognition inspires me to continue advancing work that ensures these spaces are inclusive, accessible, and equitable for all, contributing to the creation of more diverse and welcoming outdoor environments.”
2024 - Lucy Mackinnon - University of Toronto 2023 - Alyssa Woods - University of Toronto 2022 - Anwen Rees - Simon Fraser University 2021 - Angela Asuncion - University of Guelph 2020 - Emma Squires - Simon Fraser University 2019 - Amanda McCulley - University of Waterloo 2018 - Sarah Lumley - Queen's University 2017 - Robert Catherall - University of British Columbia 2016 - Emily Gray - University of British Columbia 2015 - Anthony Dionigi - York University 2014 - Will Gregory - Dalhousie University 2013 - Nicholas Danford - Queen's University 2012 - Kelly Sims - Dalhousie University 2011 - Erkin S. Ozberk - York University 2010 - Anna Wong - University of Toronto 2009 - Andrew Devlin - University of British Columbia 2008 - Nilgun F. Erkoc - Dalhousie University 2007 - Stanislaw Bartek Komorowski - McGill University 2006 - Markus Moos - Queen's University 2005 - Sanchaita Saha - McGill University 2004 - Kirsten Baillie - University of Waterloo 2003 - Andres Velez Guerra - York University 2002 - Kirsty MacDonald - University of British Columbia
Dillon Consulting Ltd. Scholarship
Emma Borho - University of Waterloo
Exploring rural children's perspectives of health and the built environment: A case study of Bruce County, Ontario
I am honoured to receive the Dillon Consulting Ltd. scholarship, which will support my graduate research into healthy communities and rural children. I am thankful to contribute to a field that sees value in gaining insight into community-building for vulnerable populations and I thank CIP-PSTF for making this opportunity available.
2024 - Emma Borho - University of Waterloo 2023 - Stephanie Cantlay - Queen's University 2022 - Maya Mollander - Simon Fraser University 2021 - Claire Lee - Queen's University 2020 - Isha Matous-Gibbs - Vancouver Island University 2019 - Erinn Lee - University of Guelph 2018 - Waverley Sunday Birch - University of Waterloo 2017 - Zoë Mager - York University 2016 - Tyler Carlson - Simon Fraser University 2015 - Ryan Segal - University of Manitoba 2014 - Kyle Miller - University of Toronto 2013 - Jonathan H. Pradinuk - Queen's University 2012 - Jordan Kemp - McGill University 2011 - Amber M. Cantell - University of Waterloo 2010 - Sharon Hong - University of Toronto 2009 - Michael John Pyl - University of Toronto 2008 - Heather Chisholm - University of Guelph 2007 - Taylor Zeeg - University of British Columbia 2006 - Keith Matthew Batstone - Queen's University 2005 - Uttara Chauhan - University of Toronto
2024 BURSARIES
CIP Diversity Impact Bursary
Danielle Fenn - University of Manitoba
Receiving this scholarship not only empowers me in my scholarly pursuits but it helps me gain skills to bring and share with my family, community, and maybe one day the nation.
2023 - Jasmeen Kaur Sidhu - University of British Columbia
CIP Diversity Impact Bursary
Dezmond Coyes-Loiselle - University of Alberta
Being selected as a recipient of this scholarship is an incredible honour, and it encourages me to keep working hard. I am very grateful for the opportunities that both the bursary and the National Conference may lead to in my academic and professional journey!
2023 - Jasmeen Kaur Sidhu - University of British Columbia
CIP Diversity Impact Bursary
Zoya Hussain - Dalhousie University
Receiving this scholarship is such an honour. It means a great deal to me, acknowledging my journey as a first-generation university student and woman of colour in urban planning. This support empowers me to further my commitment to creating inclusive and equitable communities through my studies and future career.
2023 - Jasmeen Kaur Sidhu - University of British Columbia
Ages Foundation Diversity Impact Bursary
Linda Evans - University of Waterloo
Being the recipient of the 2024 Ages Foundation Diversity Impact Bursary is a tremendous honour, and I am deeply grateful to the CIP/ICU Planning Student Trust Fund for recognizing my dedication and potential. This support will be invaluable in helping me pursue my academic and professional goals, motivating me to use my skills and knowledge to contribute to global sustainability and create positive change in my own, and many other, racialized and ethnic communities nationwide.
2023 - Mon Rosete - University of Alberta
SOAR Professional Services Indigenous Student Bursary
Jayden Cote - University of Guelph
I am incredibly grateful and deeply honoured to receive the SOAR Professional Services Indigenous Student Bursary. I sincerely thank the CIP/ICU Planning Student Trust Fund for this generous recognition of my commitment to sustainable planning and supporting Indigenous communities. This financial support provides invaluable relief at a critical time in my studies, enabling me to continue advancing my work in bridging urban and rural divides, empowering underrepresented communities, and helping Indigenous communities thrive for generations to come.
2022 - Katherine Turriff - University of British Columbia
College of Fellows Undergraduate Bursary
Jennifer Khuu - Toronto Metropolitan University
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I am honoured to be the recipient of the 2024 College of Fellows Undergraduate Bursary, which will provide financial support in obtaining my Bachelor of Urban and Regional Planning by covering tuition costs and associated program costs. I am extremely grateful to the CIP/ICU Planning Student Trust Fund for supporting students like myself in pursuing a meaningful career in shaping resilient and equitable communities for all.
2023 - Ricardo Dabydeen - University of Waterloo
David Palubeski Bursary
Bohmee Kim - University of British Columbia
I am very honoured to have been selected as the recipient of the 2024 David Palubeski Bursary. This bursary provides invaluable financial support and allows me to dedicate more time to exploring my academic interests and creating positive change in my community. I am very grateful to have this support as I continue my academic, professional, and personal learning journey.
2022 Rachel Barber - Queen's University 2021 Lindsey Soon - University of Waterloo 2019 - Amanda McCulley - University of Waterloo 2018 - Hayley N. Wasylycia - University of Alberta
Ted Fobert and Robert Tennant Planning Merit Bursary
Timothy Fung - McGill University
I am incredibly grateful to the CIP-PSTF for granting me the Ted Fobert and Robert Tennant Planning Merit Bursary. It provides great support and encouragement as I begin my journey in urban design and planning.
2022 - Ryan O'Toole - University of Northern British Columbia 2021 - Eyvette Elliott - Vancouver Island University 2020 - Nick Vo - University of Toronto 2019 - Leena Lamontagne-Dupuis - Queen's University
John Bousfield Bursary
Timurul Hoque Kazi - University of Waterloo
I am honoured, humbled, and deeply grateful to the CIP-PSTF for awarding me the 2024 John Bousfield Bursary for my work and studies in climate adaptation. I hope to live up to the recognition of my efforts thus far by using this support to continue pursuing research and practice in this field, making a meaningful contribution to the planning profession, and our communities.
2022 Emily Power - University of Toronto 2021 Yuelin Ge - University of Toronto 2020 Margot Thomaidis - Vancouver Island University 2019 Emma MacEachern - Dalhousie University
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2025 OUTSTANDING GRADUATING STUDENT AWARDS
The CIP-PSTF Outstanding Graduating Student Award is bestowed upon one graduating student from each accredited planning program (undergraduate and postgraduate) in Canada, who has demonstrated an outstanding contribution to their future profession. This contribution may be assessed through a wide range of contributing factors, including academic and extracurricular contributions.
Dalhousie University
Layth Abou Ezzeddine - Master of Planning
Darby Sullivan - Bachelor of Community Design
Simon Fraser University
Dana Kluchinski - Master of Resource Management (Planning)
Kevin Maars - Bachelor of Environment REM (Planning)
Toronto Metropolitan University
Julia Menezes - Master of Planning in Urban Development
Jennifer Khuu - Bachelor of Urban and Regional Planning 4-year degree (PLAN)
William Ramalheiro - Bachelor of Urban and Regional Planning - 2-year Post Baccalaureate Degree (PLAB)
Ainsley Johnston - Bachelor of Urban and Regional Planning–Two Year Full-Time Post-Diploma Degree Completion (PLAD)
University of British Columbia
Radhika Singh - Master of Community and Regional Planning
University of Calgary
Collin Hnetka - Master of Planning
University of Manitoba
Gillian Kolody - Master of City Planning
University of Guelph
Lucas Berek - Master of Science in Planning (Rural Planning & Development, Canadian Stream)
University of Northern British Columbia
Connor Lewis - Bachelor of Planning
University of Saskatchewan
Wil Kushniryk - Bachelor of Arts in Regional and Urban Planning
Sydney Buzash - Bachelor of Arts in Regional and Urban Planning (Honours)
University of Toronto
Angela Ho - Master of Science in Planning
University of Waterloo
Emma Borho - Master of Arts (Planning)
Alexandra Kelly - Master of Environmental Studies in Planning
Mattea Schaap - Bachelor of Environmental Studies, Planning
Vancouver Island University
Erik Morden - Master of Community Planning