ISO 22301 Certification
ISO 22301 Certification in Canada
Implementing the requirements of the ISO 22301:2019 Business Continuity Management System standard helps an organization control and manage business continuity risks and threats. This international standard provides specific guidelines to protect your business from disruptive incidents such as system failures, data breaches, and other interruptions. It enhances the corporate image of your business, which increases business opportunities, and helps you satisfy applicable statutory and regulatory requirements.
IAS provides a simple yet efficient ISO 22301 certification process to help your organization achieve ISO 22301 certification in a timely manner.
Who can apply?
Regardless of size, the ISO 22301 standard applies to all organizations that wish to build a resilient business continuity management system.
Benefits of Certifying to ISO 22301
- Establishes and demonstrates BCMS performance
- Reduces business-disrupting incidents
- Helps manage business continuity risks
- Enhances corporate image and reputation
- Develops customer confidence
- Brings global recognition
ISO 22301 and business continuity in Canada
While there is no single law that mandates ISO 22301 across Canada, business continuity and operational resilience are increasingly expected of Canadian organizations – particularly in sectors such as finance, healthcare, energy, telecommunications, and government, where service disruptions carry significant risk. ISO 22301 is the internationally recognized benchmark for a business continuity management system, giving Canadian organizations a structured, auditable way to demonstrate resilience to clients, partners, and regulators.
A well-known ISO 22301 certification body in Canada
With more than 15 years of experience, IAS is a trusted ISO 22301 certification body serving organizations across Canada. We provide ISO 22301 certification services to organizations with well-developed operational processes and management systems, and we support our clients with clear guidance through implementation of the ISO 22301 requirements and achievement of certification.
Experienced auditors
Our auditors are professional experts with years of experience in management system audits and broad knowledge of ISO standards. They guide organizations to improve against the standard’s requirements quickly and accurately. IAS also acts as an ISO 22301 certification consultant to support organizations through the preparation process.
Global presence
IAS is a globally recognized certification body serving clients in Canada and worldwide, with branches and representatives in many countries. Alongside Canada, IAS offers ISO 22301 certification services across the Americas, Europe, the Gulf, Asia, and Africa.
Once you successfully achieve ISO 22301 certification, you can check the status of your certificate on our certificate search page.
How to contact us?
- Visit our website – ias-certification.com/ca
- Send us your enquiry through our website
- Email us at enquiry@iascertification.com
- Fill out our ISO 22301 Certification application form and send it to us
- Or contact us directly for a free discussion about the certification process specific to your organization
Visit our ISO 22301 Certification frequently asked questions page, or review the ISO 22301 audit procedure.
Related Certification and Training
- ISO 22301 Training in Canada – auditor training for business continuity
- ISO 27001 Certification in Canada – information security, often paired with business continuity
- ISO Certification in Canada – all IAS management system schemes
Frequently Asked Questions about ISO 22301 Certification
What is ISO 22301?
ISO 22301:2019 is the international standard for a Business Continuity Management System (BCMS) — it helps an organization prepare for, respond to, and recover from disruptive incidents.
Is ISO 22301 mandatory in Canada?
There is no single law mandating it, but it is widely adopted — especially in finance, healthcare, energy, and government — as the recognized way to demonstrate operational resilience.
Who can be certified?
Any organization, of any size, that wants to build and demonstrate a robust business continuity management system.
How does the certification process work?
A two-stage audit (readiness, then effectiveness), after which the certificate is issued for the scope assessed, with periodic surveillance to maintain it.
How long does ISO 22301 certification take?
It depends on the size of your organization and how mature your business continuity arrangements already are. A well-prepared organization can complete the process in a few months; a gap analysis at the start gives you a realistic timeline.
How long is the certificate valid?
Certification typically runs on a three-year cycle, with periodic surveillance audits to confirm the BCMS continues to meet the standard, followed by recertification.
What is the difference between ISO 22301 and ISO 27001?
ISO 22301 covers business continuity — keeping the organization running through disruptions. ISO 27001 covers information security. They are complementary, and many organizations pursue both.
Is ISO 22301 the same as a disaster recovery plan?
No. A disaster recovery plan is usually focused on restoring IT systems. ISO 22301 is a broader management system covering people, processes, suppliers, and the whole organization's ability to continue operating.