Organization
The CGSB is one of the largest standards development and conformity
assessment organizations in Canada. In business since 1934, we are
a charter participant in the National Standards System (NSS) of
Canada and a component of the Government of Canada, Department of
Public Works and Government Services.
Mission
The Canadian General Standards Board provides standards development
and conformity assessment services, including programs for certification
of products and services, registration of quality and environmental
management systems, and related services. These services are provided
in support of economic, regulatory, procurement, health, safety
and environmental interests.
Vision
To be a recognized leader in providing standardization services
to clients, nationally and internationally.
For more than 70 years, we have provided levels and quality of
standardization services that add the most value to the needs of
our clients. This includes being the organization of choice for
the standardization requirements of government and private sector
clients. We are a respected participant in the national and international
standards systems and an active proponent of the National Standards
System of Canada. We foster pride, growth and excellence for our
employees.
Values
The CGSB subscribes to the following fundamental values:
- Service centred on our stakeholders
- Quality in everything we do
- Respect for our colleagues and our work
Business
Accredited by the Standards Council of Canada, the CGSB offers
programs and services in Standards
Development, Registration,
and Certification
and Qualification. Currently we are responsible for
approximately 1000 standards and specifications, and conformity
assessment programs with over 500 customers world-wide.
Our staff and thousands of volunteers
are the essence of these programs
and services. Their professionalism, expertise, knowledge
and competence are the hallmark of the services that we provide.
The CGSB is continually engaged in new and innovative business
activities. Read about these under News
and Events. Do not miss Calibre,
our official newsletter.
Stakeholders
Our stakeholders are diverse and include consumers, industry producers
and suppliers, procurement officers, regulators, academia and scientific
organizations in Canada and in the global marketplace. As a result,
the CGSB aims to meet the needs and expectations of these stakeholders
with effective, economical and timely service.
Benefits for Clients
We are proud of our experience and excellence. With over 70 years
experience, credibility as Canada's only federal government standardization
organization, a proven track record of excellence, fully bilingual
products and services, and reasonable fees, we offer clients solutions
to their standardization needs.
|
