Notice Regarding Upcoming Closure of CGSB

As an accredited and nationally recognized Certification Body for non-destructive testing (NDT), the CWB Group is responsible for the consistent and reliable delivery of certification services in alignment with national and international standards. 

In the Government of Canada’s Budget 2025, it was announced that as a cost-saving measure, the Canadian General Standards Board (CGSB) will cease operations, effective April 1, 2026. The CGSB’s role has historically been to support Canada’s participation in international standards development and the publication of Canadian versions of international standards. This includes the CAN/CGSB-48.9712 standard, which is an adoption of the ISO 9712 international standard. 

Despite CGSB’s upcoming closure, the CAN/CGSB-48.9712 standard will remain valid through its current cycle. There is no impact on individual NDT certifications, certification validity, or the continuity of certification systems in Canada, and industry operations remain unaffected.  

Further, CWB Group’s role as an accredited NDT Certification Body continues unchanged, and the typical certification processes and recognition remain fully operational. 

CWB is actively engaged with member bodies, industry partners, government stakeholders, and the standards and certification community to remain informed of transition planning and support the development of stable, credible pathways forward. These discussions are focused on continuity, clarity, and long-term confidence for industry and the NDT workforce.

CWB remains fully committed to certified personnel and the broader NDT industry and will continue to provide accurate, timely information as formal updates become available. For any questions, please contact CWB at 1-800-844-6790.