Who We Are - General Information

General Information

CIPS Bylaws
(MS Word document)

2005-2006 CIPS Annual Report
(174 KB PDF file)

2004-2005 CIPS Annual Report
(284 KB PDF file)

2003-2004 CIPS Annual Report
(1.2 MB PDF file)

2002-2003 CIPS Annual Report
(525 KB PDF file)

What is CIPS?

CIPS is a group of professionals from all areas of IT. We offer the only IT professional designation (the I.S.P.) in Canada. Our events, including regular seminars, luncheons, and conferences, are dedicated to promoting continuous learning and networking opportunities. Through learning from other like-minded professionals, we are able to stay ahead in this fast-paced industry.

Vision
The professional association providing leadership in information systems and technologies.

Mission
CIPS provides leadership in information systems and technologies by developing and promoting quality standards and practices, research, certification, and professional development while safeguarding the public interest.

Values

Innovation and creativity
Professionalism
Accountability
Knowledge development

Objectives

To advance the theory and practice of information processing in Canada;
To promote the free interchange of information about the theory and practice of information processing in Canada and elsewhere;
To determine, develop and maintain the integrity and competence of individuals active in information processing in Canada; and
To establish a public awareness of the potential impact of information systems and to protect the public and individuals against the misuse of information systems.

Goals

To maintain progressive competency and ethical standards for I.S.P. certification.
To provide timely, relevant and quality knowledge, information and services to support and enhance the role of the IT professional.
To improve marketing and communications to raise the profile of CIPS and attract individuals to pursue the I.S.P. designation.
To participate in relevant public policy debates on behalf of members, the Canadian IT profession and the public.
To promote the protection of the public interest where information systems and technologies are used and to speak out against abuses in these areas.

Where Did We Come From?

In September 1958, a dedicated group of data processors (DP) got together to talk about common concerns of DP workers. That conference demonstrated to participants the value of sharing ideas, networking with fellow professionals, and learning about coming changes in the technology, practices, and management of information systems.

This event sparked the formation of the Computing and Data Processing Society of Canada. In 1968, the society changed its name to the current CIPS (Canadian Information Processing Society).

Today, CIPS represents more than 8,000 Information Technology (IT) Professionals in 30 cities across Canada.
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