ACSUS coordinates programs and further research in Canadian studies and works closely with academics, business executives, and government officials in striving for an improved understanding of issues affecting the Canada-U.S. bilateral relationship. ACSUS also works as a liaison with regional Canadian studies associations as well as the International Council for Canadian Studies (ICCS) in order to provide ACSUS members with a broad base of information, research and networking opportunities. ACSUS is now the largest organization of Canadian studies specialists in the world.