The CSCA is the Canadian expression of the American Scientific Affiliation (ASA) which publishes a peer-reviewed academic journal, Perspectives on Science and Christian Faith, covering topics related to faith and science from a Christian viewpoint.

The CSCA encourages dialogue and broadens understanding of science/faith issues beyond the traditional discussion of origins.

[1] The American Scientific Affiliation (ASA) began in 1941,[2] and from the early days of the organization, Canadians were members.

[3] The ASA Executive Council agreed, and the CSCA was officially formed in 1973.

In 2016, the group received a grant from the Templeton World Charity Foundation, Inc. to increase the number of local CSCA chapters.