Institute Award: an individual outstanding contribution to CIFST.
President's Award: an individual or organization whom the President wishes to recognize for significant contribution to either the Institute or the Food Sector. Please note: The President of CIFST selects the recipient of this award. Nominations from CIFST Members are not accepted for this Award.
Fellow of the Institute: individuals with distinguished accomplishment in food science and technology. Please note:A maximum of one Fellow may be elected per year.
Emeritus Awards: selected retired CIFST members who have made a significant contribution to the Institute.
William J. Eva Award: an individual for outstanding contributions to food science through research and science.
Gordon Royal Maybee Award: an individual or organization who has made an outstanding applied development in the food sector.
The Food Industry CEO of the Year Award: the CEO of a company who has made an outstanding contribution to the Canadian Food Industry.
Food Development Award: an outstanding contribution to product development by R & D or Product Development team personnel or consultants.
Food Production Award: an outstanding contribution to the food processing industry by QC or QA management personnel with a minimum of 10 years' experience.
Food Marketing Award: an outstanding contribution to the marketing of finished food products by member of marketing team or a consultant.