The Canada Gairdner Awards are prestigious honors given annually to recognize outstanding contributions in medical research. Established in 1957, these awards celebrate scientists whose work has significantly advanced health and medicine, impacting lives globally. Each year, several awards are presented in different categories, including the Gairdner International Award and the Gairdner Global Health Award. Recipients are selected by a panel of experts, and the awards aim to inspire future generations of researchers and promote excellence in the field of biomedical science.