Standards and conformity assessment are critical enablers of the 21st-century knowledge economy, providing for effective, safe, reliable and interoperable products, services and processes. Standardization underpins a robust, dynamic economy and helps Canadians by lowering prices, safeguarding their health, safety and well-being, and driving innovation. It is an impactful instrument that advances public policy objectives and builds economic, social, and environmental resilience.

Against the backdrop of a challenging and increasingly complex global and domestic economic environment, we continue to prepare for our next chapter to put the power of standardization to work for all. We will continue to nurture Canada’s standardization system and support Government of Canada priorities through solutions that build quality social, economic and environmental infrastructure and processes across the country.