CHA Sam Masry Award
In honour of Dr. Masry, the Canadian Hydrographic Association established the Sam Masry Award to recognize an individual who has made outstanding contributions to the hydrographic profession and/or its related disciplines.
CHA Sam Masry Award
In honour of Dr. Masry, the Canadian Hydrographic Association established the Sam Masry Award to recognize an individual who has made outstanding contributions to the hydrographic profession and/or its related disciplines.
The award will be given out at each Canadian Hydrographic Conference. The first Sam Masry award was given out at CHC2020 to Mr. Masry (posthumously).

Requirements
Outstanding Contributions
The nominee must have made outstanding contributions to the hydrographic profession or related disciplines.
Career Dedication
Demonstrated deep dedication to the advancement of hydrography throughout their career.
National or International Impact
Contributions may be at a national or international level.
Professional Pathways
Can be recognized as an entrepreneur or through other professional achievements
Ethical Standards
Must have maintained the highest ethical standards in their work.
Knowledge Sharing
Shown a desire to seek and openly share advances in the field.
Quotes from past winners

Sophie Laurent
Hydrographic Survey Technician
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Hydrographic Survey Technician
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Sophie Laurent
Hydrographic Survey Technician
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Past winners

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