Associations

How active are you in local trade organizations and special interest groups? Networking amongst peers is critical to your professional development.

Information Technology Association of Canada  The Information Technology Association of Canada (ITAC) is the voice of the Canadian information and communications technologies (ICT) industry.

Canada's Association of Information Technology Professionals  Founded in 1958, CIPS is a non-profit organization that represents more than 6000 IT professionals on important issues affecting the IT industry and profession.

CIO Association of Canada  The Chief Information Officer Association of Canada (CIOCAN) is an organization run by CIOs for CIOs. We provide professional development, sharing of best practices and networking opportunities.

USENIX is the advanced computing systems organization, with links to the Systems Administrators Guild (SAGE).

Software and Information Industry Association  This association brings together the leading companies of the software and information industry.

Black Data Processing Associates (BDPA)  The BDPA was founded in 1975 in Philadelphia and continues today to bridge the Digital Divide with its programs and services.

Women in Technology International  Founded in 1989, WITI is a trade association for professional, tech-savvy women committed to using technology, resources and connections to advance women worldwide.

Help Desk Institute  The Institute offers information regarding research, certifications, training and events specific to the Help Desk industry.

Novell Users International (NUI)  NUI is the association for Novell professionals.  NUI offers educational, networking and social events that help its members manage their careers and reap the benefits that come with being a trained professional in this highly specialized and complex field.