Welcome to RSCAN, the hub for Canadian Research Software professionals to connect, collaborate, and grow. Our mission is to create a thriving community that supports and advocates for the invaluable contributions of Research Software Experts (RSEs) and Professionals (RSPs) in the Canadian research ecosystem.
RSCAN is supported by the Digital Research Alliance of Canada and serves as a platform for communication and resource sharing. We aim to:
- Build a thriving community: Foster collaboration, knowledge sharing, and professional connections among RSEs and RSPs.
- Advocate: Highlight the critical role of RSEs/RSPs in advancing research and innovation.
- Provide resources: Deliver tools, training, and materials to support career development, education, and technical expertise.
Since its establishment on May 15, 2024, RSCAN has aligned its mission with the objectives of the National Research Software Strategy, published on August 25, 2023. For more information about the Digital Research Alliance of Canada and its Research Software Services, visit the RS page.
We invite you to join our two dedicated communication platforms to exchange ideas and stay connected:
-
Research Software Canada Slack Channel
Join our Slack workspace to participate in discussions, share insights, and engage with peers:
Join Slack -
Research Software Community Mailing List
Subscribe to our mailing list to stay informed about community updates, events, and opportunities:
Join the Mailing List
For general inquiries about research software at the Digital Research Alliance of Canada, please contact us at [email protected].
We encourage you to share RSCAN with colleagues and others in the Canadian Research Software community who might benefit from being part of a growing and supportive ecosystem. Together, we can make a lasting impact.