{"id":3531,"date":"2020-08-06T13:07:59","date_gmt":"2020-08-06T13:07:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/webdesignchennai.org\/projects\/ias\/?page_id=3531"},"modified":"2026-06-10T06:29:56","modified_gmt":"2026-06-10T06:29:56","slug":"green-certification-in-canada","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/ias-certification.com\/ca\/green-certification-in-canada\/","title":{"rendered":"Green Certification"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"flex_column av_one_full  flex_column_div av-zero-column-padding first  avia-builder-el-0  el_before_av_video  avia-builder-el-first  \" style='border-radius:0px; '><p><div  style='padding-bottom:10px; color:#b02b2c;' class='av-special-heading av-special-heading-h1 custom-color-heading blockquote modern-quote modern-centered  avia-builder-el-1  el_before_av_hr  avia-builder-el-first  '><h1 class='av-special-heading-tag '  >Green Certification<\/h1><div class='special-heading-border'><div class='special-heading-inner-border' style='border-color:#b02b2c'><\/div><\/div><\/div><br \/>\n<div  style='height:20px' class='hr hr-invisible   avia-builder-el-2  el_after_av_heading  avia-builder-el-last '><span class='hr-inner ' ><span class='hr-inner-style'><\/span><\/span><\/div><\/p><\/div>\n<div  class='avia-video avia-video-16-9   av-lazyload-immediate  av-lazyload-video-embed  '   data-original_url='https:\/\/youtu.be\/a4n-NLINnGo?si=1R3oUTHLnKWdEng4' ><script type='text\/html' class='av-video-tmpl'><div class='avia-iframe-wrap'><iframe title=\"Green Certification | IAS-Canada\" width=\"1500\" height=\"844\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/a4n-NLINnGo?feature=oembed&autoplay=0&loop=0&controls=1&mute=0\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" data-load-mode=\"1\"><\/iframe><\/div><\/script><div class='av-click-to-play-overlay'><div class=\"avia_playpause_icon\"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"flex_column av_one_full  flex_column_div first  avia-builder-el-4  el_after_av_video  el_before_av_textblock  \" ><section class=\"av_textblock_section \" ><div class='avia_textblock  '  style='font-size:14px; ' ><h2 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"color: #b02b2c;\"><strong>About Green Certification<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Green Certification establishes the life cycle of products &#8211; from raw material extraction and the manufacturing process to product performance during use and end-of-life recycling. It supports manufacturers to position their products as green and eco-friendly, enhances customer confidence, and promotes the reputation of your organization.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">IAS provides a simple yet efficient <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong><span style=\"color: #b02b2c;\"><a style=\"color: #b02b2c; text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"https:\/\/ias-certification.com\/ca\/certification-process-in-canada\/\">Green Certification process<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/span> to help your organization achieve Green Certification in a timely manner.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>\n<section class=\"av_textblock_section \" ><div class='avia_textblock  '  style='font-size:14px; ' ><h3 style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong><span style=\"color: #b02b2c;\">What standards underpin Green Certification?<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Credible green product certification is grounded in internationally recognized environmental-labelling standards rather than marketing language alone:<\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li><strong>ISO 14024 (Type I ecolabels). <\/strong>A voluntary, third-party-verified ecolabel awarded against pre-set environmental criteria for a product category &#8211; the most rigorous and trusted form of green product claim.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Life-cycle thinking. <\/strong>Assessment considers impacts across the product&#8217;s life &#8211; raw materials, manufacturing, use, and end-of-life &#8211; so the claim reflects the whole product, not a single attribute.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Independent verification. <\/strong>Third-party assessment by a certification body gives customers, retailers, and regulators confidence that the green claim is substantiated.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong><span style=\"color: #b02b2c;\">Green claims in Canada: the Competition Act<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">In Canada, environmental marketing claims are regulated under the Competition Act. Amendments introduced by Bill C-59 (in force since June 20, 2024) added explicit anti-greenwashing provisions, and businesses should be aware that:<\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li>Environmental claims about a product must be supported by adequate and proper testing, and broader environmental claims must be substantiated in accordance with internationally recognized methodology.<\/li>\n<li>The burden of proof sits with the business making the claim &#8211; a significant change from previous law.<\/li>\n<li>Since June 2025, private parties can seek to bring greenwashing actions before the Competition Tribunal, increasing the risk of unsupported claims.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Independent green certification &#8211; assessed against internationally recognized standards such as ISO 14024 &#8211; is a practical way for Canadian organizations to substantiate their environmental claims and reduce the risk of greenwashing allegations.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong><span style=\"color: #b02b2c;\">IAS &#8211; a trusted Green certification body in Canada<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/ias-certification.com\/ca\/about-us\/\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong><span style=\"color: #b02b2c; text-decoration: underline;\">Integrated Assessment Services (IAS)<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/a> is a recognized Green <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong><span style=\"color: #b02b2c;\"><a style=\"color: #b02b2c; text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"https:\/\/ias-certification.com\/ca\/blog\/iso-certification-bodies-in-canada\/\">certification body<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/span> serving clients in Canada, known for providing accredited product certifications.<\/li>\n<li>With more than 15 years of professional experience, IAS provides Green product certification services.<\/li>\n<li>We offer Green Certification services in Canada and also across Asia, Africa, the Gulf countries, Europe, and beyond.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #b02b2c;\">Experienced auditors<\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Our auditors are professional experts with years of experience in management system audits and broad knowledge of ISO standards. They guide manufacturers and suppliers to improve product requirements quickly and accurately. IAS also acts as a Green certification consultant to support organizations through the preparation and implementation process.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong><span style=\"color: #b02b2c;\">Global presence<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">IAS is a globally recognized certification body serving clients in Canada and worldwide, with branches and representatives in many countries. Alongside Canada, IAS also offers Green certification services across Asia, the Gulf, Latin America, Europe, and Africa.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Once you successfully achieve Green certification, you can check the status of your certificate on our <strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"color: #b02b2c;\"><a style=\"color: #b02b2c; text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iascertification.com\/ias-certification-search\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">certificate search page<\/a><\/span><\/span><\/strong>.<em>\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong><span style=\"color: #b02b2c;\">Advantages of achieving Green Certification<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li>Ensures products are safe and eco-friendly<\/li>\n<li>Enables green product innovation<\/li>\n<li>Facilitates green building projects<\/li>\n<li>Helps manufacturers reach environmentally conscious customers<\/li>\n<li>Promotes your brand image<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong><span style=\"color: #b02b2c;\">How to contact us?<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li>Visit our website &#8211; <strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"color: #b02b2c;\"><a style=\"color: #b02b2c; text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"https:\/\/ias-certification.com\/ca\/\">ias-certification.com\/ca<\/a><\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/li>\n<li>Send us your enquiry through our website<\/li>\n<li>Email us at enquiry@iascertification.com<\/li>\n<li>Fill out our Green Certification application form and send it to us<\/li>\n<li>Or <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong><span style=\"color: #b02b2c;\"><a style=\"color: #b02b2c; text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"https:\/\/ias-certification.com\/ca\/contact-us\/\">contact us<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/span> directly for a free discussion about the certification process specific to your organization<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Visit our <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong><span style=\"color: #b02b2c;\"><a style=\"color: #b02b2c; text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"https:\/\/ias-certification.com\/ca\/frequently-asked-question-in-canada\/\">Green Certification frequently asked questions<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/span> page, or review the <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong><span style=\"color: #b02b2c;\"><a style=\"color: #b02b2c; text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"https:\/\/ias-certification.com\/ca\/product-certification-procedure-in-canada\/\">product certification procedure<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/span>.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Related Certifications<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ias-certification.com\/ca\/rohs-certification-in-canada\/\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong><span style=\"color: #b02b2c; text-decoration: underline;\">RoHS Certification in Canada<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/a> &#8211; restriction of hazardous substances in electronics<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ias-certification.com\/ca\/iso-14001-certification-in-canada\/\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong><span style=\"color: #b02b2c; text-decoration: underline;\">ISO 14001 Certification in Canada<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/a> &#8211; environmental management systems<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ias-certification.com\/ca\/product-certification-in-canada\/\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong><span style=\"color: #b02b2c; text-decoration: underline;\">Product Certification in Canada<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/a> &#8211; overview of IAS product schemes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/section>\n<div  class='avia-button-wrap avia-button-center  avia-builder-el-7  el_after_av_textblock  avia-builder-el-last ' ><a href=\"https:\/\/ias-certification.com\/ca\/product-certification-procedure-in-canada\/\" class=\"avia-button   avia-icon_select-yes-left-icon avia-color-theme-color avia-size-small avia-position-center \"><span class='avia_button_icon avia_button_icon_left ' aria-hidden='true' data-av_icon='\ue8d1' data-av_iconfont='entypo-fontello'><\/span><span class='avia_iconbox_title' >Green Certification Audit Procedure <\/span><\/a><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-3531","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/ias-certification.com\/ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/3531","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/ias-certification.com\/ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/ias-certification.com\/ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ias-certification.com\/ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ias-certification.com\/ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=3531"}],"version-history":[{"count":17,"href":"https:\/\/ias-certification.com\/ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/3531\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":5987,"href":"https:\/\/ias-certification.com\/ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/3531\/revisions\/5987"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/ias-certification.com\/ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=3531"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}