VDDS Vision Award 2026

The Vancouver & District Dental Society established the VDDS Vision Award to create an award that aligns with the values of the society.

Application Process:

  1. Fill out and submit application form – application deadline March 31, 2026
  2. Submit Bio/CV
  3. Submit maximum 1,000 word essay outlining his/her long term vision of their career in dentistry: specifically, their vision for the future and how they think they can make a difference. The essay could include topics such as their passion for dentistry, their leadership in dentistry, their contribution to dentistry, how they have overcome adversity or plan to manage the challenges, and how they view their role in serving the dental profession.

Award Value: $4,000

  1. $2,500 Cash
  2. VDDS 2026-27 Gold Membership (value $1,500) – be part of a dental community that has existed since 1908
  3. Dental continuing education credit hours to meet BCCOHP requirements
  4. Exceptional luncheons at all CE Events
  5. Exposure to a community of dental professionals – potential for mentorship and associate opportunities
  6. Opportunity to attend special events and register for VDDS’ travel adventures (optional)

Eligibility:

  1. Applicant must be a 4th year UBC DMD student
  2. Applicant must complete application by due date
  3. Applicant must register for and attend VDDS’ Springtime Meeting, Friday May 1, 2026 @ Fairmont Waterfront Vancouver ($78.75)
  4. Winner must join the VDDS Board of Directors 2026-27 and commit to attend dinner meetings from September 2026 – September 2027.

Deadlines:

  1. Application opens in November, 2025
  2. Deadline to submit application is March 31, 2026
  3. There must be a minimum of 5 applications for this Award to be given out

Download VDDS Vision Award 2026 Information

Download VDDS Vision Award 2026 Application

Download VDDS 2025-26 Profile

DR. PAUL RONDEAU HUMANITARIAN AWARD

The Dr. Paul Rondeau Memorial Lecture and bestowing of a Humanitarian Award (during the luncheon) is held to commemorate the life and contributions of Dr. Paul Rondeau, whose accidental death occurred during his term as President of VDDS. This prestigious Award is bestowed to a VDDS Member in good standing, nominated by peers for exceptional contribution to dentistry, and to the community as a whole.