SPARQ 2026 Awards
Award Categories
CQUINS QI Methodology Award
The "Bread and Butter" Award
Recognizes a project that rigorously applies the IHI Model for Improvement, Lean, or another iterative method that utilizes small test-of-change methodology.
CQUINS QI Spread Award
The "Peanut Butter" Award
Awarded to a project with high potential for or demonstrated success in spreading the improvement across units, departments, or institutions.
CQUINS QI Collaboration Award
The "Sandbox" Award
Highlights an initiative that required meaningful collaboration across roles, teams, or departments to achieve results.
CQUINS QI Innovation Award
The "Duct Tape" Award
Celebrates creative problem-solving and resourcefulness in solving a complex QI challenge, especially under constraints.
CQUINS QI Equity Award
The "Open Door" Award
Recognizes a QI project that explicitly aimed to reduce disparities or improve equity in care delivery.
CQUINS QI Curiosity Award
The "Magnifying Glass" Award
Recognizes a project that exemplifies the spirit of inquiry and learning—asking important questions, digging into data, and using curiosity as a catalyst for improvement.
CQUINS People’s Choice Award
The "Fan Favourite" Award
Voted on by symposium attendees for the most engaging, inspiring, or memorable poster or oral presentation.
