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Innis-Gérin Medal

For a distinguished and sustained contribution to the literature of the social sciences.

Awarded: Biennally
Next deadline: December  1, 2012

The RSC established a medal in 1966 to honour economic historian Harold A. Innis (1894-1952), FRSC and sociologist Léon Gérin (1863-1951), FRSC, who were Presidents of the RSC from 1946-1947 and 1933-1934 respectively.


The medal is awarded for a distinguished and sustained contribution to the literature of the social sciences including human geography and social psychology. The bronze medal is offered every two years if there is a suitable candidate.

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