Our Objectives
The Institute catalyzes research and action to advance the education and success of women in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields through the following activities:
- Create and maintain an online resource centre (hub) and database on information concerning education in STEM fields.
- Promote the contributions of past and present women (especially BIPOC* women) in STEM to increase the visibility of role models.
- Foster and disseminate research concerning STEM fields as both an educational and career choice.
BIPOC* – Black, Indigenous and Persons of Colour
The Canadian Institute for Women in Engineering and Sciences (CIWES)
is a Canadian Charitable Organization.
Canadian Archive of Women in STEM
We are recovering and preserving material that defines the work and stories of women in STEM for use by future generations.
Annual Report
News
Monique Frize Receives Distinguished Alumni Award from Imperial College of Science and Technology
Monique Frize Receives Distinguished Alumni Award from Imperial College of Science and Technology We are pleased to announce that Monique Frize is one of the two 2024 Distinguished Alumni Award Winners of the Imperial College of Science and Technology (London,...
Women’s Contributions to Science and Technology Through ICWES Conferences
We are pleased to announce the publication of: "Women’s Contributions to Science and Technology Through ICWES Conferences" Authors: Monique Frize, Claire Deschênes, Ruby Heap, with collaboration of Karine Laporte. Foreword by Jill S. Tietjen and Gail Mattson. Springer...
International Day of Women and Girls in Science
International Day of Women and Girls in Science In honour of the International Day of Women and Girls in Science on February 11, the University of Ottawa’s Office of the Vice-President, Research and the Faculty of Science are hosting a panel discussion inspired...