CHIMA and ARMA Partner to Advance Information Management Skills and Knowledge
The Canadian Health Information Management Association (CHIMA) and the Association of Records Managers and Administrators (ARMA International), two leading organizations dedicated to the advancement of information management, are excited to announce a strategic partnership aimed at enhancing the practices and professional standards for managing and governing health information and records.
This collaboration brings together CHIMA’s expertise in health information management and ARMA’s leadership in records and information governance, creating a powerful alliance to foster innovation, education, and best practices in the field of health information management.
Both organizations will work closely to provide educational programs, certifications, and resources to support professionals in the evolving landscape of health information management and governance. The partnership aims to align health information governance best practices, setting industry standards that promote the ethical, secure, and effective management of healthcare data across Canada and beyond.
The partnership will kick off in 2025 with ARMA International and CHIMA providing thought leadership at each other’s respective events, such as the upcoming ARMA Canada Information Conference 2025 hosted in Montreal, QC, where CHIMA will be delivering three sessions in the agenda. CHIMA Members are eligible to receive a $150 discount off full conference registration. Use discount code: CHIMAMBR.
CHIMA members are eligible for $150 discount off the full conference registration, and a 15% discount on other ARMA professional development resources (exclusions apply), accessible here.
“We are thrilled to partner with CHIMA,” said Nate Hughes, CEO of ARMA International. “This collaboration represents an exciting opportunity to work together towards our common goal of advancing the records and information governance profession. By leveraging our respective strengths, we can better serve our members and the broader community, “said Nate Hughes, CEO of ARMA International.
“The partnership with ARMA marks a milestone in our ongoing efforts to advance the health information profession in Canada and provide invaluable resources, knowledge, and opportunities for our members to stay at the forefront of this rapidly changing field,” added Betsy Nejat, Senior Director, Partnerships and External Relations.
About CHIMA: The Canadian Health Information Management Association (CHIMA) is the national professional association representing health information management professionals in Canada. CHIMA is dedicated to advancing the practice and recognition of health information management by providing leadership, education, and advocacy for its members.
About ARMA International: Founded in 1955, ARMA International has established itself as the leading authority in information governance. With a global membership base comprising nearly 5,000 professionals in 52 countries, ARMA is dedicated with providing the resources, tools, education and community required to empower individuals and organizations to manage their information as a strategic asset. Members represent the community of records management, information management, and information governance professionals who harness the benefits and reduce the risks of information. Our established information governance framework includes the Principles, the Information Governance Implementation Model, and the Information Governance Body of Knowledge (IGBOK). ARMA recognizes professionals who have mastered these concepts through the Information Governance Professional (IGP) Certification. For more information visit: https://www.arma.org/
