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This report provides a broad overview of the conformity assessment system, what it is, how it operates, its social and economic importance to Canada, and the implications for internal trade.

By strategically engaging in regional standardization activities, SCC can facilitate reductions in trade barriers for Canada. Reducing trade barriers without sacrificing our standards will help to promote the well-being and...

The case studies and priorities outlined in this report will help steer the conversation on how to continue to align standards in order to reduce red tape and administrative burden for Canadian businesses and lead to...

These guidelines outline the principles and key development steps of a Publicly Available Specification (PAS). It provides some procedural detail and is not definitive in nature to account for the intended flexibility of this...

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This document establishes requirements for Canadian participation in international standardization including, but not limited to, participation in the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and the International...

This document specifies the Canadian requirements and guidance for participation in governance committees and activities in regional and international standardization bodies managed by SCC.

Originally published in Canadian Manufacturers & Exporter's 20/20 Magazine, Nov - Dec 2015 In today’s global economy, having innovative ideas isn’t enough to ensure success. As the borders of business slowly disappear...

Originally published in IEC e-tech Issue 06/2024 “ We need to address the gender gap in standards to maintain trust in standardization" | IEC e-tech Michelle Parkouda is the Manager of Research at the Standards Council of...

With a growing need for reliable methods to confirm digital identities and documents as the economy pivots online, the Standards Council of Canada (SCC) has engaged the CIO Strategy Council to develop a technical...

Explore SCC’s 2023–2024 annual report Standardization is vital to Canada’s future. It gives us a way to tackle some of the biggest challenges facing not only our country but society as a whole, bringing together many...

The Standards Council of Canada (SCC) has released its 2014-2015 Annual Report Strengthening, Leading, Delivering Value to Canada. The report illustrates SCC’s role as the leader of Canada’s standardization network and...