This medal is offered for outstanding research in the solid earth sciences and a second in the ocean and atmospheric sciences, if suitably worthy candidates are nominated
Twelve friends of Willet G. Miller (1867-1925), FRSC, a distinguished geologist and a guiding force in the development of the Ontario mining industry, subscribed funds in 1941 to provide the Willet G. Miller Medal for geology.
Nomination package:
- RSC Nomination form
- Primary Nominator letter. Nominator MUST be a RSC member or institutional member (president/CEO ofuniversity/organisation)
- Co-nominator letters (2). Nominators do not have to be RSC Fellows
- Citation (70 words)
- Detailed appraisal (1200 words)
- Referee letters (max 750 words) + biographical sketches (approx. 250 words)
- CV (maximum 20 pages)
Special notes:
- Candidates cannot apply on their own behalf.
- Candidates shall be Canadian citizens or have had status for at least three years as Canadian Permanent Residents at the time of their nomination.
- The packages MUST be created and submitted in a specific manner or they are automatically rejected. Ensure that submission follow the instructional guide EXACTLY.
Deadline: March 14, 2026