In 1949 he was elected a Fellow of Royal Society of Canada. Although he retired in 1950, his publications continued until 1970. Sternberg later helped to establish Dinosaur Provincial Park in Alberta.
A notable event occurred in 1949 when he joined the Royal Society of Canada. Although his career ended in 1950, his writings remained relevant until 1970. Later, Sternberg's efforts contributed to the creation of Dinosaur Provincial Park in Alberta.