The Canadian Hematology Society represents all physicians and scientists with an interest in the discipline in Canada. At present there are a total of 332 members, 28 emeritus and 42 resident members.

The first annual meeting of the Society was held in the Richelieu Room of the Chateau Laurier in Ottawa on the 20th of January 1971, with fifty-six members present. The draft bylaws were presented by the executive and approved. R.K. Smiley was appointed as the first president with Al Cousineau as vice president, W. Corbett as secretary treasurer and B. Cooper as past president.

Until the last few years the CHS annual meeting was held in conjunction with the Royal College meeting. For the past few years the CHS meeting has been held in conjunction with the NCIC and
MOC. For next year we are exploring the possibility of a joint meeting with the BMT group and with other associations.

Historically Canadian Hematologists have gathered for a social evening at the December meeting of the American Society of Hematology. This tradition remains unchanged from the founding days and is a major event for the CHS bringing together the largest group of Canadian hematologists under one roof.

The CHS has published a newsletter for the past many years – soon this will be distributed via this web site. Anyone wishing to join the CHS should contact the office at 613-748-9613.
The annual fee is $50.00.