Postdocs drive discoveries, mentor students, and bring bold ideas to life, yet too often their contributions go under-recognized at institutions, and their voices go unheard. The CIC believes postdocs deserve acknowledgment, visibility, and a seat at the table in decision-making processes that directly influence their careers and the future of research.
The Chemical Education Fund (CEF) supports the next generation of scientists by providing scholarships, awards, and resources that help students pursue their studies in chemistry and the chemical sciences. By investing in young talent, the CEF opens doors to education, discovery, and innovation that benefit society.
The Canadian Society for Chemistry (CSC) and the Canadian Society for Chemical Engineering (CSChE) communities have jointly submitted a formal letter to the Federal Government of Canada expressing extreme concern about the possibility of budget cuts to Tri-Council research funding programs, including the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC).
Why individual voices matter in shaping a just and sustainable future.
We would like to share an exciting update about our upcoming CSChE 2025 conference. In our team’s continuous effort to enhance your conference experience, we have realigned the CSChE 2025 conference schedule to make it even more impactful and engaging.
July’s CIC Member of the month, Dr. Steven Holdcroft, has turned academic research into industry-shaping innovation. As co-founder of Ionomr Innovations Inc., his work is advancing green hydrogen technologies and pushing electrochemical science to new heights. Discover his journey, insights, and vision for a low-carbon future.
Ready to learn about the air we breathe? Meet Professor Ran Zhao, our featured member of the month and winner of the 2025 Environment Division Mehran Alaee Early Career Researcher Award! Discover how his childhood memories of hazy skies sparked a passion for understanding air quality, and how he and his team are tackling the invisible chemistry of our atmosphere to help us all breathe a little easier.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Meet Sara Sambanthan, CIC’s new Coordinator, focused on conference activities, while supporting subject divisions, local sections, and student chapters reach their goals.