Standards Council of Canada
Last Update: July 22, 2025
Canada
Support for businesses to develop and use standards and accreditation services
Standards Council of Canada at a glance
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Timeline
- Open Date : November 14, 2019
Financing Type
Expert Advice
Eligible Industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Grant Providers
- Standards Council of Canada (SCC)
- Government of Canada
Program status
Open
Overview of the Standards Council of Canada program
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.
Eligible projects & activities
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 criteria of the Standards Council of Canada program
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.
Eligibility criteria of the Standards Council of Canada program
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 to the Standards Council of Canada program
1
Fill out the application form
2
Submit the required documents
3
Wait for the confirmation notification
4
Comply with the requirements specified in the notification
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