Chemical Institute of Canada - Toronto Section

Chemical Institute of Canada - Toronto Section CICTor is a network of volunteers who create networking opportunities and encourage productive sharing in the chemical sciences across the GTA.

The CIC Toronto Section connects between its in members, industry, and academia through vocation-related and networking events such as career fairs and industry plant tours. We also organize and sponsor many public outreach events like student awards night and science fairs. We are a branch of the non-for-profit organization, the Chemical Institute of Canada.

05/04/2026

Watch science ignite right before your eyes 🔥✨

We’re turning simple ingredients into a mesmerizing lava lamp with swirling colours, rising bubbles, and that oddly satisfying motion you can’t stop watching.🤩

Want to try it yourself? Come to Science Rendezvous this Saturday and stop by the CIC Toronto booth to spark your curiosity with us.🧪

🎟️ Entry is free - no registration required!
📅 May 9th | 11 AM - 3PM
📍 50 Gould Street, Toronto (TMU Campus)

12/12/2025

Recap reel of the best moments from our 2025 CIC-Toronto Career Fair 🎉

Huge shout-out to over 9 amazing organizations who joined us — including Eurofins, Gilead, Syngenta, and IPIC. From inspiring presentations to meaningful conversations, the room was buzzing with talent and opportunity!

✨ Connecting with over 160+ students, postdocs, and early-career professionals with industry.

Thank you to our partners, speakers, and attendees for making the event such a success.


10/17/2025

Tempering is controlled crystallization and yes, it’s delicious science. 🍫🔬

On Oct 7 at TMU’s CUI, our community learned how crystal structure drives gloss, snap, and mouthfeel, then tempered their own bars. Want to try it next time?
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On Oct 7 we hosted a hands-on workshop at TMU’s Center for Urban Innovation where attendees learned the science behind t...
10/17/2025

On Oct 7 we hosted a hands-on workshop at TMU’s Center for Urban Innovation where attendees learned the science behind tempered chocolate 🍫 from crystal forms to texture, then tempered their own bars 🍫🍫. Big thanks to everyone who joined us! Thank you .simoes for such a wonderful workshop!
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07/09/2025

Recapping CIC-Toronto's glass workshop from June. Thank you to the skilled staff .handcrafts for showing everyone the techniques and safety.

Bringing chemists and the like out of the lab to experience glassware through a different lens. The small class was a great setting to learn all the tools and be creative with glass shaping.

Our new blog is back featuring Rhiad Gajraj, P.Eng Gajraj, a Director of Development at Generate Upcycle! With a caree...
04/29/2025

Our new blog is back featuring Rhiad Gajraj, P.Eng Gajraj, a Director of Development at Generate Upcycle! With a career rooted in solid waste management, renewable energy, and wastewater treatment, Rhiad is no stranger to the complete life cycle of waste-to-value infrastructure projects in Canada, US and UK.

It was a real pleasure sitting down with Rhiad to talk about his career in the biogas industry, the challenges it faces, and his advice for young professionals. You definitely don't want to miss this interview. Link in bio!

Join the Chemical Institute of Canada (CIC) – Toronto Section for our ✨ Annual General Meeting ✨ and an exciting guest l...
01/23/2025

Join the Chemical Institute of Canada (CIC) – Toronto Section for our ✨ Annual General Meeting ✨ and an exciting guest lecture by Dr. Shira Joudan!

At this year’s AGM, we’ll recap the achievements of CIC Toronto in 2024, and hold general elections for the new executive team. Plus, don’t miss an engaging talk by Dr. Shira Joudan, Assistant Professor at the University of Alberta, whose innovative research focuses on the environmental fate of organic contaminants, including polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS).

About the Talk:
Dr. Joudan will share her research on the environmental and atmospheric pathways of trifluoroacetic acid (TFA), one of the smallest and most widespread PFAS. This talk will explore the tracking of TFA formation from pharmaceuticals and pesticides, as well as measurements of TFA in the atmosphere to better understand its pathway. Plus, you will have a chance to take a glance of Dr. Joudan career pathway and connect with her during the Q&A section!

📅 Wednesday, February 5th, 2025
🕕 6:30 - 8:30 pm
📍 Virtual Event

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn, connect, and get inspired! For more details and to register, check out the link in bio 🔗

📢 You are invited to come and celebrate the accomplishments of the Chemical Institute of Canada (CIC) – Toronto Section ...
01/18/2025

📢 You are invited to come and celebrate the accomplishments of the Chemical Institute of Canada (CIC) – Toronto Section over the past year at our ✨ Annual General Meeting ✨

Join us on Wednesday, February 5th, 2025, for a virtual event to hear about CIC Toronto's events and initiatives from 2024, from Student Award Night, Cafe CIC to ChemMentor. Besides that, you will have a sneak peak of what’s planned for 2025!

We’re looking for passionate individuals in the fields of chemistry, chemical engineering, and chemical technology to join us in building stronger connections within the chemical community. For more details and registrations, check for the link in our bio!

📅 Wednesday, February 5th, 2025
🕕 6:30 - 8:30 pm
📍 Virtual Event

Don’t miss this opportunity to connect and get involved with the CIC Toronto community!

Happy Friday!~Check out our newest interview with Trevor Janes, PhD to learn about a chemist's path from academia to i...
09/27/2024

Happy Friday!~

Check out our newest interview with Trevor Janes, PhD to learn about a chemist's path from academia to industry! 👨‍🔬

In the interview, we learn about the mentors who inspired Trevor to this day, the importance of building community, and Trevor's growth mindset that led him to unlock future opportunities. This is worth the read for anyone looking for guidance on what they can do now to prepare for the future. 🌱

Interview link in our bio!

Are you looking to make meaningful bonds outside the laboratory? If so, CIC Toronto and Kingston have an exciting progra...
09/10/2024

Are you looking to make meaningful bonds outside the laboratory? If so, CIC Toronto and Kingston have an exciting program coming up just for you!

Bonds for Success (BFS), the chemistry and chemical engineering-specific mentorship program, is running its 6th cohort starting in September 2024. This program is offered as a collaboration between the CIC Kingston and Toronto Local Sections. BFS is leading the movement to connect students with working professionals in the chemical industry within Kingston, Toronto, and the surrounding areas. Our session is designed to provide a comfortable setting aimed at professional and technical development combined with continuous guidance, support and resources so that both mentors and mentees can get the most out of this experience.

What to Expect:
⭐️Mentorship period: 3 to 4 months
⭐️Hybrid format: Virtual workshops with some in-person events to connect with your mentors face-to-face
⭐️Growth of network and an opportunity to make valuable connections

Register today with the link in bio to join the program as MENTOR or MENTEE!!

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