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As part of our work to improve gender equality, SCC has done a cross-country analysis, using data from 106 countries, of the impact of gender on standardization. This ground-breaking research is captured in SCC’s new report...

SCC is reaching out to Canadians to help set a new course for standardization related to climate change and environmental sustainability. The long-term safety and resilience of our communities will depend on the decisions we...

This 25-page report, commissioned by the Standards Council of Canada (SCC) and produced by the Conference Board of Canada, clarifies and confirms the essential role that standards play in Canada’s economic growth and labour...

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...

This document serves as a technical note to accompany the report “High-wind design of new woodframe houses has an average benefit-cost ratio of 6:1 in Canada” by K. Porter (2023). This technical note explores challenges and...

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 purpose of this document is to amplify, where appropriate, generic technical and organizational criteria as stated in ISO/IEC 17025 for SCC accreditation of facilities that could perform ITS evaluation and testing. In...

The Canadian National Committee of the International Electrotechnical Commission (CANC/IEC) invites the next-generation of standardization experts in Canada to participate in the IEC Young Professionals Workshop. The IEC...

By: Emilie Sartoretto and Tom Lebrun Artificial Intelligence – AI – is transforming industries by offering innovative solutions for climate monitoring, biodiversity conservation and energy efficiency. By analyzing massive...

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.