The CIC has appointed Sébastien Dorélas as the new Manager, Strategic Communications and Engagement of the Chemical Institute of Canada (CIC). As a bilingual communications and social media professional with over a decade of experience across both various sectors, Sébastien is thrilled to be joining the CIC community.
Read More >>Dr. Paul Smith’s journey from a high school chemistry class in the UK to leading some of Canada’s top research organizations is a story of curiosity, mentorship, and bold career moves. With experience spanning Xerox, the Perimeter Institute, and national science boards, he’s passionate about connecting basic science with real-world impact. At CSC 2025, Dr. Smith will share the lessons he’s learned—and the inspiration that’s guided him along the way.
Read More >>Plenary speaker Dr. André K. Isaacs brings passionate advocacy and path-breaking research to the Canadian Chemistry Conference and Exhibition (CSC 2025). Born in Jamaica, Isaacs was inspired by his uncle to pursue chemistry, and afterwards moved to the U.S. to live up to that legacy. A queer, Black immigrant, he champions diversity in science and speaks to the importance of inclusive mentorship. He will share his research on Nitrogen Heterocycles and his dream of a more equitable and motivating scientific community at CSC 2025.
Read More >>With Earth Day coming in April, learn all about the CIC’s Green Division.
Read More >>A statement from the Board of the Canadian Society for Chemistry (CSC) highlighting our unwavering support for our American colleagues and reaffirming our commitment to scientific integrity, inclusivity, and international collaboration.
Read More >>Julia Le joined the CIC National Team in the newly created role of Business Development Specialist. This role focuses on creating and maintaining partnership relationships, while implementing new systems to improve processes, and revenue generation through grant writing and sponsorship proposals.
Read More >>Meet Sara Sambanthan, CIC’s new Coordinator, focused on conference activities, while supporting subject divisions, local sections, and student chapters reach their goals.
Read More >>The Chemical Institute of Canada is thrilled to introduce Iryna Torrance as the new Director of Finance and Business Services. Bringing a wealth of experience and a fresh, innovative perspective, Iryna is a perfect addition to the National Team. Iryna Torrance is a seasoned CPA, CA, Macc, and MBA with many years in Finance. For the past 12+ years she held executive and senior finance management roles in Not-for-Profit, Diamond Mining, Manufacturing, and Refrigeration sectors.
Read More >>The CIC has appointed Hana Cairns as the new Manager, Strategic Communications and Engagement of the Chemical Institute of Canada (CIC). As a marketing and communications professional with over 15 years of experience across both for-profit and non-profit sectors, Hana is thrilled to be joining the CIC community.
Read More >>CIC Executive Director, Dr. Josephine Tsang's recap of CSC 2024, which The Canadian Society for Chemistry (CSC) held in Winnipeg, Manitoba, from Jun. 2 - 6 under the theme The Central Science. CSC 2024 conference highlights include the Transitions Program, the first CIC National Career Fair, and programming on EDI and sustainability.
Read More >>Building on the energy of various 2SLGBTQ+-related events, and the support of over 40 signed-up CIC members, the Pride Member Resource Group was officially established in January 2024. The purpose of the MRG is to advance the rights of CIC members who identify as 2SLGBTQ+ by promoting inclusion, equity and diversity within the chemical sciences.
Read More >>Calgary, Alberta. October 2023. The weather was frigid outdoors, but the warmth and energy inside of the TELUS Convention Centre with 1000+ attendees during the inaugural day of the CSChE 2023 conference could have melted all of the snow away.
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