Standards Council of Canada (SCC)
Government AdministrationOntario, Canada201-500 Employees
Founded in 1970 as a federal Crown corporation, the Standards Council of Canada is based in Ottawa, Ontario. It acts as Canada’s national and international voice on standards and accreditation, working with a broad network of partners to promote standards that are effective and efficient. As the country's leading accreditation organization, SCC ensures conformity assessment bodies meet high national and international standards, thereby fostering confidence in markets at home and abroad. Its work supports the health, safety and well-being of Canadians and helps businesses prosper. A recent development includes a 2026 partnership with Public Services and Procurement Canada to advance defense supplier certification under ITSP.10.171.