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The Royal Canadian Geographical Society is dedicated to imparting a broader knowledge and deeper appreciation of Canada — its people and places, its natural and cultural heritage and its environmental, social and economic challenges.

The Society is one of Canada’s largest non-profit educational organizations and is funded primarily by membership fees and generous donations. The Society’s Board of Governors and its program committees are comprised entirely of volunteers.

WHAT’S NEW AT THE SOCIETY Fellows Featured fellow » Geography Challenge 2011-2012 Geography Challenge » Awards Diamond Jubilee Medal » Education Classroom Energy Diet Challenge » Education Geographic Literacy Award: Nominate now » Web Energy idols » More news »

RCGS PROGRAMS Education - increasing the emphasis on geography in Canadian schools and the need for geographic literacy. Expeditions - providing grants to adventurous expeditions that expand our knowledge of Canada. Research - providing grants to university students for geographical research in Canada. Speaker Series - presenting illustrated talks across Canada on geographical subjects of popular interest. Learn more »

RCGS AWARDS To recognize outstanding achievement, The Royal Canadian Geographical Society presents awards to deserving individuals. •  Environmental Innovation Award •  Massey Medal •  Gold Medal •  Camsell Medal •  Literacy Award Learn more »

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