Standards Council of Canada
grant_single|update March 26, 2025
Canada
Support for businesses to develop and use standards and accreditation services
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grant_single|eligibleFinancing
- grant_single|noCondition
grant_single|deadlines
- grant_single|openingDate November 14, 2019
grant_single|financingType
Expert Advice
grant_single|eligibleIndustries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
grant_single|grantors
- Standards Council of Canada (SCC)
- Government of Canada
grant_single|status
grant_card_status|open
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Get assistance in developing and implementing standardization strategies to create new markets, drive innovation and improve productivity, influence marketplace rules, secure market access, and leverage intellectual property.
grant_single_labels_website|projects
grant_single|admissibleProjectsExample
$ 100,000
Develop a standardized digital payment system for small businesses
$ 150,000
Standardize data privacy practices in healthcare facilities
$ 120,000
Standardize recycling practices to improve environmental sustainability
$ 70,000
Implement standardized mental health training for employees in a Toronto tech company
$ 80,000
Create standardized animal care protocols for shelters
$ 110,000
Develop a standardized curriculum for coding bootcamps
grant_single_labels_website|admissibility
grant_eligibility_criteria|who_can_apply
Eligible types of companies for this grant include:
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs)
- Non-profit organizations
- Industry associations
- Government agencies
grant_eligibility_criteria|eligible_expenses
Eligible expenses for this grant may include travel costs, research expenses, equipment purchases, and project-related expenses. Applicants can also seek funding for personnel costs and training activities.
- Travel expenses
- Research costs
- Equipment purchases
- Project-related expenses
- Personnel costs
- Training activities
grant_eligibility_criteria|zone
This grant is available to companies or organizations operating within Canada, as the Standards Council of Canada oversees the national standardization system. Participation is focused on Canadian values and priorities both domestically and globally.
- Organizations registered and operating in Canada.
- Entities involved in Canadian standardization, conformity assessment, and accreditation programs.
grant_single_labels_website|criteria
There are evaluation and selection criteria for this grant. The overall application will be evaluated based on the following criteria:
- Alignment with SCC strategic objectives
- Ability to achieve desired outcomes
- Feasibility and sustainability of the project
- Potential impact on Canadians' quality of life and economic prosperity
grant_single_labels_website|apply
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Fill out the application form
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Submit the required documents
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Wait for the confirmation notification
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Comply with the requirements specified in the notification
Apply to this program
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