Special Awards are donated by families, individuals, companies, organizations and groups to recognize deserving projects that deal with topics of interest to the donor.
BASEF Inspiration Awards
The “BASEF Inspiration Awards” generate interest and encourage participation in the Fair for both teachers and students.
BASEF Inspiration Student Awards
A minimum of 10 awards of $500 eachfor top projects based on merit judging marks that win $250 or less in other prizes and have not previously won a BASEF 500 award.
BASEF Inspiration Teacher Awards
Up to a maximum of 9 awards of $500 each for teachers of schools new* to BASEF. The teacher must have two or more projects displayed and judged at BASEF. The award is to be used in the classroom at the winning teacher’s discretion. The cheque will be sent to the teacher after the BASEF Award ceremony.
* Schools that have not had projects in BASEF for at least 5 years.
ArcelorMittal Dofasco Awards
ArcelorMittal Dofasco is a long time and valued sponsor of BASEF. In addition to their signature Transforming Tomorrow Award many of their departments choose to recognize the work of BASEF participants by offering an award of $100 each for deserving projects at any level
ArcelorMittal Dofasco Transforming Tomorrow Award
An award of $1000 for a project displaying rigorous scientific or engineering methods that investigates steelmaking processes or steel products
Central Trades & Services Department Award
Scientific principles in applying technology for the betterment of people or machines
Chemical Testing Award
Use of chemical testing and/or chemical principles to solve a technical problem
Commercial Department Award
Commercial and business planning tools in developing a potentially new or improved commercial product
Engineering Award
Engineering & Maintenance Technology principles and design to solve a technical problem
Environment Award
Physics, chemistry, or engineering to explore or solve a technical problem associated with environmental issues
Global R&D Hamilton Award for Outstanding Research
Project that best displays investigative research & scientific principles to explore or
solve a technical problem.
Global R&D Hamilton Award for Technology Application
Project that best displays the innovative application of materials, products, processes or design principles.
Hot Mill Award
Creative principles and design to solve a manufacturing or process problem
Human Resources Training & Development Award
Teaching and training techniques in explaining or exploring a technical problem
Information Systems Award
Information Systems and design to solve a technical problem
Ironmaking Award
Use of Metallurgical or Material Science principles to solve a technical problem
Material Handling & Logistics Department Award
Use of scientific principles in exploring or solving a problem related to material conveyance, transportation or logistics
Medical Department Award
Scientific principles in exploring or solving a problem related to human health issues
Process Automation Award
Use of Process Automation principles and design to solve a technical problem
Product Development Business Process Award
Product Development principles and design in developing a new consumer product with commercial potential
Quality Systems Award
Quality Systems principles and design to solve a technical problem
Steelmaking Award
Engineering and Materials Science principles to solve a technical problem
Artistically Inspired Display Awards
Two awards for $50 for projects with the most artistically inspired display
Association for Iron & Steel Technology Northern Chapter Awards
Two awards of $100 for outstanding projects related to metallurgy, materials science, or engineering
Dr. Laura Blew Social Sciences Awards
Two awards of $50 for the best two Social Science based Projects
Canadian Institute of Mining, Metallurgy and Petroleum (Hamilton Branch) Awards
Two awards of $100 for outstanding projects relating to mining, metallurgy and petroleum
Canadian Nuclear Society (Golden Horseshoe Branch) Awards
Two awards of $125 for intermediate or senior projects and two awards of $75 for junior projects relating to nuclear science and engineering, energy research or climate sciences
Chairman’s Award
A project that exhibits good scientific, engineering or mathematical thought, but did not receive a merit award or any special awards.
Chemical Institute of Canada- Hamilton Section Awards
Three awards of $100 for the best three projects related to chemistry, chemical engineering, or chemical technology
Doris Casey and Gwen Nicolls Disability Solutions Awards
Two awards of $100 for projects showing the most innovative and creative technical solution focused on assisting individuals to overcome physical or cognitive disabilities
Conservation Halton Awards
Two awards of $100 to projects that contribute to environmental research, protection, conservation, restoration or awareness by Halton students
Michael G. DeGroote Institute for Infectious Disease Research Internship Award
For the best senior student project in infectious disease, drug discovery or human health
Internship Award
One award of a 6-week paid summer internship as a research assistant in a laboratory at the Michael G. DeGroote IIDR at McMaster University, valued at $2,000
Dillon Consulting
Two awards of $250 each, for one project showing excellence in Science and/or Engineering and a second project showing excellence in Biological Sciences
Dr. M. Doyle Biology Award
$250, plus a plaque and a trophy to the winner’s school for the best Biology project
Electrical Construction Association of Hamilton Award
Two awards of $250 for projects displaying the best and safest use of electricity in the most creative manner
Environmental Inspiration Award
Awarded to the best environmental project that addresses an environmental problem in an inspirational/innovative way. Prize: $250
Farncombe Family Digestive Health Research Awards
Two Awards of $250 for projects that explore digestive health, related diseases or general family nutrition through experimentation or in depth literature
Gowling WLG Innovation Awards
Runner-up
An award of $200 for the runner-up for an excellent project demonstrating potentially patentable subject matter
Grand Winner
An award of $300 and a complimentary one-hour consultation with a patent or trademark agent at the Gowling WLG Hamilton Office for the best project demonstrating potentially patentable subject matter
Hamilton Academy of Dentistry Awards
Three awards of $250 (first), $150 (second) and $100 (third) for Intermediate or Senior projects related to dentistry or the delivery of dentistry
Hamilton Association da Vinci Award (new name for Hamilton Association for the Advancement of Literature, Science & Art da Vinci Award)
One award of $250 for the project that best combines personal initiative and creativity with a sound, demonstrated understanding of the scientific method.
Hamilton Chamber of Commerce Innovation Awards
Three awards of $250 (first), $150 (second) and $100 (third) for the most deserving projects by students from Hamilton with potential commercial applications focused on improving our local environment, communities or quality of life
Hamilton Wentworth Occasional Teacher Awards
Environment & Education Award
One award of $50 for a Junior project that most effectively educates others about an environmental issue
Healthy Lifestyles Award
One award of $50 for a Junior project that most effectively educates others regarding the role of nutrition and/or exercise in maintaining a healthy lifestyle
Presentation & Aesthetics Award
One award of $50 for a Junior project that demonstrates a high level of visual appeal, creativity, and overall quality of presentation
Hillfield Strathallan College Awards of Excellence
Life Sciences Award
One award of $100 for a junior project that best displays excellence in life sciences
Physical Sciences Award
One award of $100 for an intermediate project that best demonstrates an understanding of the scientific process in the physical sciences
Innovation Award
One award of $100 for a senior project that best displays innovation related to environmental sciences or biotechnology
Hillfield Strathallan College Entrance Scholarship Award
One award of a $5000 entrance scholarship towards tuition fees to a grade 8 or intermediate project
John W. Howard Materials Research Award
One award of $100 for a project demonstrating innovation in engineering materials
Indigenous Peoples of Canada Scientific Study Awards
Three awards of $140 (first), $80 (second and $80 (third) for projects that demonstrate the application of established scientific methods to topics relevant to the culture, heritage or issues of the indigenous peoples of Canada
IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers) Hamilton Section Awards
Two awards of $100 for projects showing the best use of Electronics in a Science or Engineering project
International Science & Engineering Affiliated Fair Awards
An Award of certificate, Intermediate or Senior, for deserving intermediate and senior projects in the folowing areas
American Meteorological Society
Creative scientific endeavour in the areas of atmospheric, oceanic and hydrologic sciences
American Psychological Association
Outstanding research in psychological science
ASM Materials Education Foundation Award
The best materials engineering project
Association for Women Geoscientists
Exemplifying high standards of innovation and scientific excellence in geosciences
Intel Excellence in Computer Science
US$200 for the best intermediate or senior project in computer science
MU Alpha Theta
For creative investigation of a problem involving mathematics
Ricoh USA, Inc.
For environmentally and socially responsible technical innovations
Society for In Vitro Biology
An Outstanding Grade 11 or 12 project in the areas of in vitro biology or tissue culture
Yale Science & Engineering Association
An Outstanding Grade 11 project in Computer Science, Engineering, Physics or Chemistry
An Award of medallion & certificate, Intermediate or Senior
Laurentian Chapter of SETAC Award
Two awards of $100 for the best projects and presentations on a topic related to environmental toxicology, chemistry, pollution, contamination, remediation or environmental protection
Dr. Colin J.L. Lock Memorial Chemistry Award
One award of $100 for a project demonstrating the best application of chemistry
Mahut-Brent Award for Women in Science and Engineering
Awarded for an outstanding project by a female student that demonstrates an excellent application of scientific thought and creativity towards a subject matter that the participant is passionate about. Prize is $100, a giant microbe and a certificate.
McMaster University Awards
Department of Chemistry and Chemical Biology Award
One award for $100 for an outstanding senior or intermediate project connected to chemistry or chemical biology
Department of Chemical Engineering & Chemical Engineering Club
One award of $250 for an outstanding intermediate or senior project demonstrating aspects of chemical engineering
Department of Materials Science and Engineering
Three awards of $100 and a trophy, one at each level, to projects displaying the best innovative use, design, or testing of materials.
Faculty of Engineering Entrance Awards
Five awards of a $500 entrance scholarship for projects demonstrating excellence in Science or Engineering research, to be redeemed upon acceptance of admission to either of the Faculties of Science or Engineering
LEAP Academy Female Award of Innovation
One award of a free one week registration to LEAP summer program for one session, (July 2-12, 2019) valued at $750, for an Intermediate or Senior project by a female participant that demonstrates creativity and originality. Prize must be claimed by April 15, 2019
School of Geography and Earth Sciences Awards
Earth or Environmental Science Award
An Award of $ 100, for an outstanding project in earth or environmental science
Geography or Social Science Award
An Award of $ 100, for an outstanding project in geography or social science
Venture Award of Innovation
Free registration to Engineering & Science Week 1 (July 2-5, 2019) valued at $270.
Awarded to a female grade 7 participant that demonstrates creativity and originality. Prize must be claimed by April 15, 2019.
Women in Engineering Entrance Awards
Two awards of a $500 entrance award for projects led by female students that demonstrate excellence in health sciences, science or engineering, to be redeemed upon acceptance of admission to the Faculty of Engineering
Mechanical Contractors Association of Hamilton Award
One award of $250 for the best engineering project, intermediate or senior level
Michael G. DeGroote Institute for Infectious Disease Research (IIDR) Internship Award
Best senior student project in infectious disease, drug discovery or human health. First prize is a 6-week paid summer internship as a research assistant in a laboratory at the Michael G. DeGroote IIDR at McMaster University, valued at $3,000; Two Runner-ups will receive a certificate and a tour of their facilities.
Mohawk College Awards
Building & Construction Sciences Awards
Civil Engineering Award
One award of $50 for a project related to the field of Civil Engineering
Transportation Award
One award of $50 for a project related to planning, design, or operation of any transportation mode or facility
Building Sciences Award
One award of $50 for a project related to building sciences, building materials, or energy conservation in structures
Electrical Engineering Technology Awards
Computer Engineering Technology Award
One award of $50 for a deserving project in computer engineering technology
Electrical Engineering Award
One award of $50 for a deserving project in electrical engineering studies
Energy Systems Award
One award of $50 for a deserving project in energy systems
Mathematics Awards
Two awards of $50 for deserving projects in mathematics or statistics, one junior and one senior level
Computer Science & Information Technology Excellence Award
Three awards of $50 for projects demonstrating a thorough understanding of computer application and design in today’s world
Mohawk College Award of Excellence Tuition Scholarship
A $1000 entrance award. The scholarship may be used toward first year tuition upon the recipient’s acceptance and registration in any full-time program offered at Mohawk College. If multiple scholarships are accumulated over more than one year, only one of these scholarships may be used.
All students earning BASEF 2019 Merit Award Medals (Gold, Silver, Bronze) will win this scholarship.
Nelson Steel Awards
Two awards of $100 for outstanding junior projects related to two of the following fields: Steel, Environmental or Chemistry
New Health Scientist Awards
One award of $50 for a worthy project at the Junior level showing good potential for improving the health of our community
Nikola Tesla Innovation Awards
Projects which best display the most innovative application of the body of knowledge associated with Nikola Tesla’s work, and/or acknowledgement in the display of Nikola Tesla’s contribution by way of his work and inventions. One award each for Gold ($250), Silver ($150), & Bronze ($100)
Also for projects with electricity as a key element, twenty Honourable Mention Awards at $50 each
Oakvillegreen Conservation Association Award for the Environment
An award of $100 for the project that best promotes understanding and stewardship of the environment.
Primary Fluid Systems Awards
Twenty Awards of $100 to outstanding projects in Earth and Environmental, Engineering or Physical Sciences categories
Procor Engineering Awards
Three awards of $150 (senior), $100 (Intermediate) and $50 (Junior) for an excellent Engineering project at each level
Professional Engineers of Ontario-Hamilton/Burlington Chapter Awards
Three awards of $150 (first), $100 (second) and $50 (third) for deserving, exceptional, outstanding projects in Engineering at any level
Professional Engineers Ontario – Oakville Chapter Awards
Three awards of $200 for deserving engineering projects, one at each level
Rotary Club of Hamilton-East Wentworth Awards
Three awards of $250 (first), $150 (second) and $100 (third) for the best three projects from schools situated in the Hamilton core and/or Red Zone areas displaying high academic achievement and striving to excel in science and technology
Royal Botanical Gardens Award
One award of a $100 gift certificate and an RBG family membership for the best project in plant or environmental sciences
Dr. Nicola Simmons Award in Cognition Studies
One award of $100 for an exemplary project in cognition studies
Sheridan College Award of excellence Tuition Scholarship
A $1000 entrance award. The scholarship may be used toward first year tuition upon the recipient’s acceptance and registration in any full-time program offered at Sheridan College. If multiple scholarships are accumulated over more than one year, only one of these scholarships may be used.
All students earning BASEF 2019 Merit Award Medals (Gold, Silver, Bronze) will win this scholarship.
Society of Tribologists & Lubrication Engineers – Hamilton Section Awards
Two awards of $250 for projects that utilize the principles of tribology (friction, wear and lubrication) to solve a technical problem
SPIE – The International Society for Optics & Photonics Awards
Three awards of US$250 (first), US$150 (second) and US$100 (third) for projects in optics or photonics where students apply optics or photonics technology, techniques or principles to their projects. To be requested by the winners after the fair
Talkit.ca Computer Engineering Awards
One award of $100 (first) and one award of $50 (second) for outstanding projects using computer electronics or software
Ted Rogers Innovation Award – Rogers Communications Inc.
One award of $100, a T-Shirt and a certificate for a project that best demonstrates commercial potential.
The Research Institute at St. Joe’s Hamilton, Health Research Awards
Two awards of $100 at the intermediate level and two $50 awards at the junior level for outstanding projects that use strong scientific principles in exploring or solving a problem related to human health issues and communicates the results of their project through an effective visual display
University of Ottawa Admission Scholarship
One award of a $1000 admission scholarship (or two $500 scholarships for a pairs project) for a deserving Senior project
Water Environment Association of Ontario Award
An award of $100 for a project focused on innovative ideas for preserving and/or enhancing Ontario’s water environment.
