The document describes the Canadian Institute of Ecology and Evolution (CIEE), a consortium of Canadian institutions with the mission of advancing ecological and evolutionary science. It provides details on CIEE's history, funding model, organizational structure, and scientific programs. The CIEE was established in 2007 and is financially supported by membership fees from six universities. It operates using a distributed model but maintains a synthesis center to facilitate collaboration. The CIEE aims to catalyze new scientific insights through workshops, training programs, and visiting fellowships.