The Canadian Association of Interventional Cardiology (CAIC) Clinical trials network is a network composed of interventional cardiologists from across Canada who are aimed at improving the care of patients with cardiovascular disease through research and innovation. The network works with academic peer reviewed funding as well as industry sources. The network has broad national representation from both community and academic centres also aims to be inclusive. The network is also focused on mentoring the next generation of researchers in interventional cardiology.