Standards Council of Canada

Q: How much funding can be received?

There is no informations about how much funding can be received.

Q: What is the deadline to apply?

The deadline to apply is not specified.

Q: Is the Standards Council of Canada a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Standards Council of Canada is a Expert Advice

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the Standards Council of Canada?

Standards Council of Canada is funded by Standards Council of Canada (SCC), Government of Canada

Q: Who is eligible for the Standards Council of Canada program?

Eligibility criteria are not specified.

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the Standards Council of Canada?

You can contact Standards Council of Canada (SCC).

Q: Where is the Standards Council of Canada available?

The Standards Council of Canada program is available across Canada.

Last Update: July 22, 2025

Canada

Support for businesses to develop and use standards and accreditation services

At a glance

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Timeline

Open Date : November 14, 2019

Financing Type

Expert Advice

Eligible Industries

Professional, scientific and technical services

Funds Providers

Unspecified

Program status

Open

Overview

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.

Activities funded

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 150,000

Standardize data privacy practices in healthcare facilities

$ 100,000

Develop a standardized digital payment system for small businesses

$ 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

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

Eligible types of companies for this grant include:

Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs)
Non-profit organizations
Industry associations
Government agencies

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

Eligible geographic areas

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.

Selection 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

How to apply

Fill out the application form

Submit the required documents

Wait for the confirmation notification

Comply with the requirements specified in the notification

Documents and links

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Standards Council of Canada Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Standards Council of Canada. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.