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Canada Opens AI and Data Governance Standardization Hub
Canada has launched the AI and Data Governance (AIDG) Standardization Hub to help businesses and regulators use artificial intelligence (AI) responsibly, ethically, and effectively.
Canada–US Standard Sets Clear Method to Measure Hydrogen's Environmental Impact
A new binational standard sets a shared method to report how hydrogen is made and how much carbon is released in the process.
SCC Tightens Rules for Accrediting Standards Developers
Canada’s national standards body (SCC) has updated the rules used to accredit organizations that develop National Standards of Canada (NSCs).
Call for Experts to Help Shape Canada’s Guide for Managing Coastal Areas
The Climate Risk Institute (CRI) has invited stakeholders to help develop and review a new Coastal Options Appraisal Guide, aimed at improving how coastal areas across Canada are managed.
How ISO 31031 on School Trip Safety Earned SCC’s Joël Marier a Prestigious Award
For his leadership in the creation of a global safety standard for youth and school travel,
Canada Launches Accreditation Program for Responsible Artificial Intelligence
Certification bodies in Canada can now offer trusted assurance for ethical AI use, thanks to a new accreditation program launched by the Standards Council of Canada (SCC).
Canada Invites Young Professionals to Apply for 2025 IEC Programme
Applications are now open for Canada’s spot in the 2025 IEC Young Professionals Programme, which offers one selected participant the chance to represent the country at the International Electrotechnical Commission’s (IEC) annual workshop and General Meeting in New Delhi, India, from September 15 to 19, 2025.
Canada Launches New Accreditation for Cyber Security Certification Program
Canada has introduced a new accreditation for organizations that provide cyber security checks under the Canadian Program for Cyber Security Certification (CPCSC).
Creaform Earns ISO 27001, ISO 14001, and TISAX, Reaching Five Certifications
Creaform, a global provider of 3D measurement solutions and an AMETEK Inc. company, has achieved ISO 27001, ISO 14001, and TISAX certifications, reinforcing its commitment to information security, environmental management, and industry-specific security standards.
Hydrogen Codes and Standards Roadmap Positions Canada for Clean Energy Growth
The Standards Council of Canada (SCC) has published the Canadian Hydrogen Codes and Standards Roadmap to support the deployment of hydrogen technologies.
Canada’s Communities Integrating Natural Assets into Financial Reporting with New Guide
A new guide titled Getting Nature into Financial Reporting has been released to help Canadian local governments include natural assets - such as wetlands, rivers, forests, and coastal dunes - in their financial reports.
BNQ Unveils New Certification for Recycled Plastic Products
The Bureau de normalisation du Québec (BNQ) now offers certification for companies in the plastics sector under the Canadian standard CAN/BNQ 3840-100.Global News
AIAG Updates Guidelines for Supplier Management and Electronic Assembly
The Automotive Industry Action Group (AIAG) has released updated editions of two Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) guidelines covering supplier management and electronic assembly manufacturing.
IEC 62366-3 for AI Medical Device Usability Reaches Committee Draft Stage
A proposed technical specification providing guidance on usability engineering for medical devices using artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML), IEC 62366-3, has reached the committee draft stage.
ISO/IEC 27017:2026 Updates Information Security Controls for Cloud Services
ISO and IEC have published ISO/IEC 27017:2026, an updated international standard providing guidance on information security controls for cloud services.
ISO Seeks Feedback on Draft ISO 56011 for Innovation Management Competencies
ISO/DIS 56011, a draft international standard outlining the knowledge, skills, and behaviors needed to manage innovation effectively, is now open for feedback.
ISO Publishes New Guide on Education About Standardization Around the World
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has published Education about Standardization: Perspectives and Practices (PUB100508), a new guide exploring how standards are being integrated into education systems worldwide.
ISO/IEC 9837:2026 Establishes Common Concepts for Systems Resilience
ISO/IEC 9837:2026, a new international standard on systems resilience, provides a common basis for understanding how systems can withstand disruptions, adapt to adverse conditions, and recover from failures.
2026 Deming Prize Winners Announced
The Deming Prize Committee announced the 2026 winners on October 6, recognizing two individuals for their contributions to quality management and four organizations from Japan, India, and Indonesia.
Draft ISO/IEC 42007 Sets Framework for AI Conformity Assessment Schemes
ISO and IEC are developing ISO/IEC DIS 42007, a framework for conformity assessment schemes for artificial intelligence (AI) systems.
ISO Approves Development of Innovation Management Guidance for Startups and SMEs
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has approved a new project to develop innovation management guidance for startups and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).
BRCGS Consumer Products Issue 5 Set for Launch at Connect Americas
BRCGS will launch Consumer Products Issue 5 at BRCGS Connect Americas in Nashville on October 13, 2026, introducing a revised certification standard for consumer product manufacturers. Audits against the new edition will begin on June 1, 2027.
GRI Begins Developing Sustainability Reporting Standard for Food and Beverages
The Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) has begun developing a new Sector Standard for food and beverage companies, covering sustainability impacts across their own operations and value chains.
