CARSP/ICTCT 2025 Conference – Student and Young Professional Information

Welcome Students & Young Professionals!

This page is your one-stop-shop to get all information regarding the student competitions, awards, events, and much more related to the 2025 CARSP ICTCT Conference. We look forward to seeing you there! We recommend you bookmark this page or check it periodically, as we’ll be updating the information.

This year, we’re offering two ways students can showcase their work on a road safety topic, gain expert feedback, and earn cash prizes. In addition to the Student Paper Competition, now in its 20th year, we are once again offering the Student Poster Competition! More information and submission links to each competition are below.

CARSP Student Travel Award

This year, Western Ergonomics is again sponsoring a Student Travel Award to offer support for travel and accommodations for students attending the 2025 CARSP ICTCT conference. All students actively registered in a Canadian University/College and attending the conference in person are eligible for this program, not just those presenting and/or award winners. However, preference will be given to those participating the student competitions, presenters, and those who demonstrate a financial need. More information to follow.

Western Ergonomics

Important Dates!

Date Task
New deadline!
December 2, 2024
Abstract Deadline (required to participate in the student competitions). Submit paper, slide deck (oral), and poster presentation abstracts below. Prizes are awarded for the best papers and posters, but not for oral presentations. 
January 31, 2025 Accepted paper, slide deck (oral), & poster abstracts are announced.
March 7, 2025 Submit full papers in your Pheedloop Speaker Portal (only for those accepted for the Student Paper Competition)
April 14, 2025 Paper finalists’ names are released.  Reviewer comments are provided to authors.
April 28, 2025 Submit final papers (if needed, based on reviewer feedback).
May 5, 2025 Submit final slidedeck and posters to your Pheedloop Speaker Portal.
Deadline to register for the YPC Mentorship Program
May 20-23, 2025 Posters are judged sometime during the CARSP ICTCT Conference (date/time TBA). Authors must be present. Award winners are announced.

Student Paper Competition

The CARSP Young Professionals Committee is excited to host the Student Paper Competition, sponsored by Western Ergonomics. Students actively registered in a Canadian University/College (including post-docs) can submit papers on any road safety topic. Authors of the top three papers will receive the following monetary awards:

  • $1000 for first place
  • $600 for second place
  • $400 for third place

Notes: Students must submit their paper abstract to the general call for abstracts (deadlines posted above). If accepted, you will be able to deliver an oral presentation at the conference and upload the full paper accompanying your work at a later date. The results of the paper competition will not affect your oral presentation status; you will present your work regardless of whether you win a paper award. Students must be the lead author of the work and present their paper in person via a slidedeck presentation to receive the monetary award. Details on past CARSP Conference Student Paper Competitions, including the topics chosen as previous winners, can be found here.

Papers should be written and formatted according to 2025 Conference requirements. Authors should indicate whether their paper falls within the Policy and Practice Stream or the Research and Evaluation Stream. In addition, student papers should follow these additional guidelines:

  1. Papers must be blinded and contain no author identifying information
  2. Papers should be submitted as a Microsoft Word document (not PDF)
  3. Underneath the title, please specify the following information (see sample below):
    1. Purpose of your research (e.g., undergraduate thesis, master’s thesis, doctoral thesis, research assistantship, etc.).
    2. Current level of study (e.g., undergraduate, master’s, doctoral, post-doctoral, etc.).
    3. Briefly state who else was involved in the research (e.g., number of other students, faculty) and describe their roles (e.g., did they support project conceptualization, data collection, analysis, writing, reviewing/editing, etc.).

Sample Title Page for Student Papers (click to expand or download)

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Western Ergonomics

Student Poster Competition

The CARSP Young Professionals Committee is excited to host a student poster competition, sponsored by CARSP. This is one of the best ways to discuss your work with road safety professionals! Students actively registered in a Canadian University/College (including post-docs) can submit posters on any road safety topic. Authors of the top three posters (judged at the conference) will receive the following monetary awards:

  • $500 for first place
  • $300 for second place
  • $200 for third place

Notes: Posters should be formatted according to 2025 Conference requirements. Students must submit their poster abstract to the general call for abstracts (deadlines posted above). If your poster abstract is accepted, you are automatically invited to present at the conference. Students must be the lead author of the work and present their poster in person to receive the monetary award.

Submit your poster here

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CARSP | ACPSER

YPC Mentorship Program

The CARSP Young Professionals Committee (YPC) is thrilled to bring back the ‘YPC Mentorship Program', a unique initiative aimed at fostering meaningful connections between students and seasoned road safety professionals.

This program takes place at the 2025 CARSP ICTCT Conference, where students will be paired with mentors in related fields. This program is a great opportunity for students to learn, grow, and get support as they navigate their way into the road safety field. This will also provide seasoned professionals with an opportunity to share their wealth of knowledge and experiences with the next generation of road safety professionals. We're excited to see the positive impact and professional development that will come from these mentorship connections. Plus, we’re planning on hosting an exclusive meet & greet for those participating in this program - another great reason to join!

Mentors (seasoned professionals) and mentees (students)  may register for this program during the conference registration process.  During your conference registration you will be asked about participating in the mentorship program. If you click yes, we will contact you with the appropriate application form. If you decide to participate in the program after you register for the conference, or if for some reason you have not received the form and would like to participate, you can access it here: (check back for the link).

Registration is required. The registration deadline is May 5th, 2025.

YPC Networking Event

Get ready for an evening of camaraderie and connection at the young professionals and 'young at heart' networking event, hosted by the CARSP YPC! This event has the spirit of ‘mentorship’ where those in the road safety field can share their passion and experiences with those considering road safety, or seeking direction in career or educational planning.  It is also a great time to forge new friendships, discuss shared interests, or simply enjoy good company. This event promises to be a highlight of your conference experience. More details to follow.

YPC Professional Development Event

Come join the CARSP YPC for another enriching professional development event. Examples of past events include career panels, professional speakers, meet & greets, and interactive presentations. More information to follow.

Come Join the YPC!

Did you know that CARSP’s Young Professionals Committee offers a great opportunity to engage with other road safety professionals and elevate your conference experience! If this is your first CARSP Conference, we highly recommend you get in touch! Learn more about us and get in contact here!

 

Page last updated: November 18, 2024