CBH Community Chapters
Our CBH community partnership program supports organizations and groups that facilitate bioinformatics, computational biology, and data science (BCBDS) knowledge and resource sharing within local, regional, and national communities. Our partners range in scale from multi-national non-profit organizations to institutional clubs and societies.
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CBH Chapters
Our internal community partners are known as CBH Community Chapters and are composed of locally-based, community-run organizations that are formally affiliated with CBH. Our CBH Community Chapters champion the values of CBH and play an essential role in contributing to our mission.
Learn more about our CBH Community Chapters below!
BAtl
- Halifax, NS
The Bioinfomatics Atlantic Network (BAtl) is a bioinformatics community led by volunteers from ten institutions across the Atlantic provinces, facilitating monthly seminars and networking events hosted at rotating institutions.
CBH CIRCLE
- Canada
The CBH Community of Indigenous Researchers for Computation, Learning, and Engagement (CBH CIRCLE, formerly ITCBT) is dedicated to supporting Indigenous trainees in developing essential bioinformatics skills.
BioNet
- Lethbridge, AB
The Bioinformatics Network (BioNet) provides a dynamic platform for researchers, fostering connections and facilitating collaborations to empower bioinformatics communities across the Prairies.
MonBUG
- Montréal, QC
The Montréal Bioinformatics User Group (MonBUG) is an association of researchers, professional, and students in the greater Montréal area who have an interest in the field of bioinformatics.
OttBUG
- Ottawa, ON
The Ottawa Bioinformatics User Group (OttBUG) is a community of researchers, students, and professionals interested in bioinformatics and computational biology in the National Capital Region. OttBUG aims to support knowledge exchange, trainee development, research presentations, and networking across universities, and industry.
VanBUG
- Vancouver, BC
The Vancouver Bioinformatics User Group (VanBUG) is an association of researchers, other professionals and students in the BC Lower Mainland who have an interest in the field of bioinformatics, computational biology, and data sciences.
yegBUG
- Edmonton, AB
The Edmonton Bioinformatics User Group (yegBUG) is a community-driven organization dedicated to connecting researchers, students, and professionals in bioinformatics and computational biology across the Edmonton area.