Governing Council

The Standards Council of Canada (SCC) reports to Parliament through the Minister of Industry. Appointed by an Order-in-Council to represent a broad spectrum of stakeholder interests, the Governing Council:

• Is comprised of 13 members;
• Sets the strategic direction of the organization;
• Ensures the fulfillment of SCC's mandate; and
• Provides direction on governance issues.

Council Support

Standing committees play an important role in supporting governance approaches.

Advisory committees ensure council maintains access to a wide variety of advice, information and perspectives.

Council typically holds four meetings per year, including a strategic session. For more information about the Council and its meeting dates, please contact us.

Corporate Governance

SCC is committed to good corporate governance. It periodically undergoes reviews, audits and assessments of its operations, encourages transparency, and adheres to required measures of proactive disclosure.

• Special Examination Report - 2009 
• Special Examination Report - 2004

Travel and expenses

Travel and expense information is updated quarterly.

•  Travel and hospitality expenses for 2011-2012: Chair and Executive Director
•  Travel and hospitality expenses for 2010-2011: Chair and Executive Director
•  Travel and hospitality expenses for 2009-2010: Chair and Executive Director
• Travel and hospitality expenses for 2008-2009: Chair and Executive Director
• Travel and hospitality expenses for 2007-2008: Chair and Executive Director
• Travel and hospitality expenses for 2006-2007: Chair and Executive Director
• Travel and hospitality expenses for 2005-2006: Chair and Executive Director
• Travel and hospitality expenses for 2004-2005: Chair and Executive Director