Patterson Medal

The award was created in honor of Mr. John Patterson, a meteorologist who served as director and controller of the MSC from 1929 to 1946, an important period in his development.

[1][2][3] The Patterson Medal was awarded for the first time in 1954 to its namesake after enough funds have been collected.

[4] It is considered the most important award for the recognition of exceptional work done in meteorology by Canadians.

This is not a distinction of the Canadian Meteorological and Oceanographic Society, but it is customary to announce its award during the Canadian Meteorological Congress.

Due to lack of funds, a 7-year hiatus occurred before the next attribution in 1961 when the SMC committed to fund the award.