Standards development and services
The Canadian General Standards Board (CGSB) offers a wide range of standards development services, including development of National Standards of Canada (NSC), Government of Canada (GC) Standards, and support to the development of International (ISO) Standards. The Canadian General Standards Board currently has approximately 60 bilingual standards, covering a wide range of products and services.
As announced in Budget 2025, Public Services and Procurement Canada will wind down activities of the Canadian General Standards Board (CGSB). The CGSB is currently developing a transition plan to ensure reliable continuity and minimize disruption for partners and interested parties.
If you have questions about this closure, please contact tpsgc.dgrgpongc-rgpbcgsb.pwgsc@tpsgc-pwgsc.gc.ca.
Services and information
Standards catalogue
Search the standards catalogue to find current standards developed by the CGSB
Withdrawn standards
Search for standards that have been withdrawn and no longer is use
Notification of standardization activities
Find the latest updates on standardization services and standard updates
National Flag of Canada Standard
History, guidelines, and standards about the iconic Canadian "Maple Leaf" flag
How standards are developed
Standard development, committees and process