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A nonprofit organization whose membership is limited to the chief inspectors of Canada's provinces and territories providing and maintaining a publicly accessible online database for Canadian registration numbers known as The Silent Inspector. Features database information and forms.
Provides news and information for pilots of Air Canada. Includes a members section.
Canada's think-tank on Asia brings together people and knowledge to provide current information, research and analysis on Asia and Canada's transpacific relations.
Information about the Association of Canadian Ergonomists (ACE).
Represents financial managers in the public service. Lists association news, membership information, events and photos.
Professional association of trained and certified guides and instructors. Courses and certification programs offered. List of certified guides. Based in Canmore, Alberta.
Help people to find specialists, experts, outsourced contractors in many fields.
Industry organization to share education, knowledge and government liaison functions.
Association of executives sharing expertise across all branches of the federal government.
A professional association for interpreters whose working languages include a sign language. Based in Vancouver, BC.
AAC is dedicated to advancing environmental, health and safety auditing in Canada. Promotes auditor certification and the application of environmental and health and safety auditing ethics, principles and standards.
A Canadian association of paper, plastic and sanitation distributors. Describes association and its aims, products, services, membership information, related links and contact information.
Building Owners and Managers Association. Includes most major commercial and institutional property owners and managers. Lists mission, board of directors, committees, education, advertising and membership.
A not-for-profit, non-partisan organization composed of the CEOs of Canada's leading businesses. Features economic news, membership information, and media releases.
Canadian petroleum contractors involved with the installation and maintenance, of storage tank and petroleum delivery systems. Includes an events calendar, discussion boards, training and certification information, and related links.
The Canadian Association of Gift Planners brings together charitable representatives with donor advisors in one professional association.
Promotes and safeguards the business and professional interests of the Canadian consulting engineering industry in Canada and abroad. Member companies offer engineering services world wide.
A movement to bring Canadians together to show support for local businesses.
An alliance of oil sands producers focused on improvement in environmental performance in Canada's oil sands through collaborative action and innovation.
The information gateway designers, contractors and manufacturers and retailers wanting to source Canadian-made fashions.
The national association for Canada’s seafood farmers, representing their interests to regulators, policy makers and political leaders.
A non-profit organization monitoring standards in environmental testing laboratories. Features information about its programs, services and international activities.
Information on purpose, annual congress, translation award, members directory. Newsletter and journal included. Site in English and French.
C.A.F.E. is made up of staff and volunteers from fairs, exhibitions and agricultural societies, as well as a representative of the provincial associations and service member representatives.
Professional association of management consultants. Administers the Code of Professional Conduct and program leading to the internationally recognized Certified Management Consultant (CMC) designation.
The voice of the petroleum industry. Member companies explore for, develop and produce more than 95 per cent of Canada's natural gas and crude oil.
Non-profit organization bringing together the different land personnel within the oil and gas industry.
An association for the sommelier profession, restaurant services, and other sectors of the wine industry.
Organization for experts who speak professionally, CAPS provides resources and education to advance the skills, integrity and value of its members. Provides a directory of its chapters and lists of speaking opportunities.
Community offering mentoring, teleclasses, newsletter, networking events, membership directory, chatroom, VA buddy system and referral system.
Promotes the business of installing and manufacturing fire sprinkler devices and systems.
Information about the association, and also some financial advice for young people and small businesses.
A non-profit organization for the advancement of bookkeeping professionals. Includes information on the organization, membership instructions, financial articles, and a search feature.
Represents the interests of business aviation operators, manufacturers, and suppliers. Annual trade show and convention.
Non-profit membership organization committed to developing, sharing and implementing economic and environmental corporate social responsibility. Includes membership details, event calendar, resources for companies, and definition of corporate social responsibility.
The Canadian Community Economic Development Network. Creating economic opportunities that enhance social and environmental conditions.
Helps the Canadian food system to build trust by providing research, resources, training and dialogue.
Business association specializing in public policy advocacy on business issues. Describes the organization and its aims with information about policies, memberships and current issues.
A voice for the national non-residential construction industry.
Non-profit professional association for individuals working in the cosmetics industry, providing professional development opportunities through seminars, our Correspondence Course, newsletter and the National Cosmetician Accreditation Program.
Canada's leading organization dedicated to promoting the full participation of Aboriginal communities in the Canadian economy.
Supports the overlap between government and business and provides speakers, conducts research and holds an annual conference. Membership details, speeches, list of members, and information about events are presented.
Founded to represent the interests of fish harvesters at the national level and to promote professionalization.
Electricity industry news, reports on statistics, specifications, product knowledge guides, conference proceedings, software.
Provides a resource for people working in the field of evaluation to connect and grow. Professional evaluators.
An organization giving small firms a voice in the public arena through high-profile actions with governments on policies such as taxation, labour laws and public sector spending.
The CFA represents over 350 franchise companies and the professionals who support this way of doing business and promotes a strong code of ethics as well as the mandatory use of the CFA disclosure document guide.
The official association for Canada’s petroleum refining, distribution and marketing sector.
Represents manufacturers of plywood, veneer and composite products in Canada. Member mills, news, literature, services, and contact details.
Non-profit federally chartered trade association. Includes history, membership details, designation definitions, member directory, event calendar, and regulatory information.
Fosters positive business and social interaction, facilitates the exchange of market information and represents the interests of its members to their customer base and to government. Includes organization profile and member directory.
Distributes material of interest to entrepreneurs across Canada and to other countries.
A national voice for forestry professionals. Representing members with an interest in the well being of the forest. Local and national meetings, and The Forestry Chronicle, a bimonthly journal. Members advocate responsible forestry practices.
An association of manufacturers and wholesaler distributors of plumbing and hydronic heating products. Offers news, conferences, membership, trade shows, codes, standards, education and training.
Promotes the study, research and development of financial management and insurance accounting. Offers association information, a mission statement, organizational structure, membership requirements and contacts.
Organization for ethical businesses involved in the sale and service of jewellery, watches and related products. Includes a list of members and consumer information.
Promotes the interests of manufacturing and exporting firms. Formerly the Canadian Manufacturers Association and Canadian Exporters Association. Lists news, policies, members and events calendar.
The voice for responsible information-based marketers, describes the association, its aims, member companies, news releases and a code of ethics, among other resources.
Mining professionals engaged in analytical procedures and methods development. Includes association profile, contacts and membership details, conference calendar and related links.
A networking forum for business people and professionals with Dutch interests to interact, discuss common business issues and promote the economic and social interests of its members.
The CNCA brings together groups across Canada, advocating for mandatory corporate accountability standards for Canadian companies operating abroad.
National association of professionals engaged in payroll processing and management. Features membership information and resources.
Represents all Canada Post employees who work in rural post offices. News, collective agreement, and information about union representatives. (Bilingual)
CPSA offers a network to learn, share and contribute to the understanding of best practices and emerging trends in marketing and sales.
Dedicated to advancing the art, the science and the business of landscape architecture. Includes profile, membership categories, events, and directory of members.
CanSPEP, a network of meeting, conference, event and incentive partners. Profile, programs and events, membership, resources, newsletter and contact information.
Solar manufacturers, installers, resellers, and consultants. Profile, including membership, activities information and newsletter articles.
Deals with standards development and their application through product certification, management systems registration, and information products.
A non-profit organization designed to promote business between the two countries. Offers list of events, information about internships, directory of members, newsletter, links and contact details.
Advocacy on behalf of the wireless communications industry in Canada. Offers industry guide, advocacy, media, events, health and safety, publications, careers and consumer information.
National association for the structural wood products industry.
Dedicated to promoting the welfare of the national wooden pallet and container manufacturing industry. Provides classifieds, links and news.
Trade association working to eliminate ambiguity and promote effectiveness. Lists purpose, news, ethics, facts, events, members, registration and contact details.
Includes background information, facts about cement and concrete, directory of members and partners, support, resources, and contact details. [information in English and French]
News, events and members area for CPA in Canada.
An organization devoted to providing co-operative housing information specifically to Canadians.
Nonprofit, independent applied research organization helping its members anticipate and respond to the changing global economy. Includes list of knowledge areas, membership details, and information about products and services.
CICC, a not-for-profit organization to advocate for owners, operators, employees and customers in Canada.
Provides education and training to individuals in the field of Credit and Financial Management and acts as a professional association on behalf of their members.
Represents plant science companies that make plant biotechnology, pesticides and herbicides for agriculture and urban use.
A network for small communities (villages, towns, boroughs, hamlets and outports) across Canada to transition to diversified, cultural economies.
Links and contacts for (member) dancewear retailers and manufacturers in Canada. Allows search for a store with the map and also permits online membership in the Association.
Representing accredited decorators and affiliate businesses across Canada.
Industry association represents member companies that manufacture, distribute and service electrical, electronics, and telecommunications products. [English/French]
A national, non-profit federation representing people working in every sector of the national fur trade. Provides profile, events and links. [English and French]
Dedicated to growing the Canadian economy one young entrepreneur at a time. Formerly the Canadian Youth Business Foundation (CYBF).
A member-based graphic design organization of design professionals, educators and students. Local and national designer directory, plus news and membership information.
A not-for-profit, industry-led association that develops, promotes and maintains global standards for the identification of goods, services, locations and related e-commerce communication.
The national voice and resource for the hotel and lodging industry in Canada.
Interior Designers of Canada, a national advocacy body for the interior design profession across Canada.
Organization of Native lawyers in Canada.
The association for Canadian advertising, digital, marketing, media and public relations agencies. Includes list of members, membership information, an agency search, career and educational material, and links.
The professional education arm of the general insurance industry in Canada.
The IAAE Canada exists to promote the profession of airport management and the professional development of airport managers in Canada.
National trade association for the mutual fund industry. Key part of mandate is to educate investors and potential investors about mutual funds and mutual fund investing.
National self-regulatory organization and trade association of the securities industry.
For all organizations or individuals who have an interest in improvement in the planning, design and construction industry through the adoption of lean principles.
A fraternity of hotel Concierges. Dedicated to achieving exceptional service, by connecting, educating and inspiring its members.
Serves the needs of mechanical contractors of all sizes engaged in such disciplines as plumbing, heating, ventilation, air conditioning, controls systems, medical gases, welding, and fire suppression, primarily within the industrial, commercial, institutional and service sectors.
Promote, through the collective action of members, the growth and development of Canada's mining and mineral-processing industry, for the benefit of all Canadians. Includes information center, and news and events.
Organization responsible for writing, interpreting, and maintaining Canadian lumber grading rules and standards. Lists membership, related organizations, publications and contact details.
Petitioning and protesting for the end of the government lockdowns to small and local business.
Pakistan Canada Business Chamber is a non profit organization.
Promotes financial security of pension fund beneficiaries. Information includes a constitution statement, memberships and member organizations, standards, financial information and recent submissions to governments.
Members are contractors that build pipelines. Association performs member services, safety training, and lobbying services.
PEMAC - providing specialized training and certification, undertaking research, providing forums for the exchange of information. Acting as a public voice for its members and the profession.
An association of builders, retailers, manufacturers, and service companies. Includes history, institute staff and board members, consumer information about pools and hot tubs, and membership directory.
Promotional Products Association of Canada. Offers membership to suppliers and distributors.
Offers a supportive environment and network for professional organizers to help share ideas, encourage referrals, and increase public awareness of the field in Canada.
Serves the mineral exploration and development industry. Includes history of the organization, board of directors, strategic plan, membership, publications, programs, and convention news.
Advancing the potential of the food service community. (Formerly CRFA).
Serves, promotes, and represents the diverse needs of Canada's retailers and retailing sector. Information about services, education opportunities, activities, membership and member benefits.
A national alliance of professional science communicators, in all media.
Entrepreneurs working together to build an environment and culture for entrepreneurial growth and success.
Resources for workplace sun safety. To manage risks from solar ultraviolet radiation exposure and heat stress for outdoor workers.
Information and resources for the Canadian information technology industry of over 1,300 firms operating in all sectors of computing and telecommunications industries.
Promotes "cooperation within the financial sector", developing and sharing treasury expertise. Holds seminars, conferences. Career opportunities, publications, and membership are also discussed.
An independent, not-for-profit product safety testing and certification organisation. Information on locations, job opportunities and contact details.
An advocate working cooperatively with governments and other stakeholders to find solutions that benefit both society and the entire Canadian wine industry.
Canadian site listing of current wood energy certified installers and agencies associated with solid fuel appliances.
Provides a resource for people working in the field of evaluation to connect and grow. Professional evaluators.
Non-profit professional association for individuals working in the cosmetics industry, providing professional development opportunities through seminars, our Correspondence Course, newsletter and the National Cosmetician Accreditation Program.
Interior Designers of Canada, a national advocacy body for the interior design profession across Canada.
Organization of Native lawyers in Canada.
The voice for responsible information-based marketers, describes the association, its aims, member companies, news releases and a code of ethics, among other resources.
Fosters positive business and social interaction, facilitates the exchange of market information and represents the interests of its members to their customer base and to government. Includes organization profile and member directory.
Community offering mentoring, teleclasses, newsletter, networking events, membership directory, chatroom, VA buddy system and referral system.
Petitioning and protesting for the end of the government lockdowns to small and local business.
Information and resources for the Canadian information technology industry of over 1,300 firms operating in all sectors of computing and telecommunications industries.
C.A.F.E. is made up of staff and volunteers from fairs, exhibitions and agricultural societies, as well as a representative of the provincial associations and service member representatives.
A not-for-profit, industry-led association that develops, promotes and maintains global standards for the identification of goods, services, locations and related e-commerce communication.
A movement to bring Canadians together to show support for local businesses.
Trade association working to eliminate ambiguity and promote effectiveness. Lists purpose, news, ethics, facts, events, members, registration and contact details.
Distributes material of interest to entrepreneurs across Canada and to other countries.
Promotional Products Association of Canada. Offers membership to suppliers and distributors.
Resources for workplace sun safety. To manage risks from solar ultraviolet radiation exposure and heat stress for outdoor workers.
An advocate working cooperatively with governments and other stakeholders to find solutions that benefit both society and the entire Canadian wine industry.
Helps the Canadian food system to build trust by providing research, resources, training and dialogue.
The IAAE Canada exists to promote the profession of airport management and the professional development of airport managers in Canada.
Represents the interests of business aviation operators, manufacturers, and suppliers. Annual trade show and convention.
Advancing the potential of the food service community. (Formerly CRFA).
Serves, promotes, and represents the diverse needs of Canada's retailers and retailing sector. Information about services, education opportunities, activities, membership and member benefits.
Representing accredited decorators and affiliate businesses across Canada.
Professional association of trained and certified guides and instructors. Courses and certification programs offered. List of certified guides. Based in Canmore, Alberta.
A fraternity of hotel Concierges. Dedicated to achieving exceptional service, by connecting, educating and inspiring its members.
A network for small communities (villages, towns, boroughs, hamlets and outports) across Canada to transition to diversified, cultural economies.
The Canadian Community Economic Development Network. Creating economic opportunities that enhance social and environmental conditions.
CICC, a not-for-profit organization to advocate for owners, operators, employees and customers in Canada.
Represents all Canada Post employees who work in rural post offices. News, collective agreement, and information about union representatives. (Bilingual)
Information about the Association of Canadian Ergonomists (ACE).
Provides news and information for pilots of Air Canada. Includes a members section.
The CNCA brings together groups across Canada, advocating for mandatory corporate accountability standards for Canadian companies operating abroad.
Entrepreneurs working together to build an environment and culture for entrepreneurial growth and success.
National association for the structural wood products industry.
Represents manufacturers of plywood, veneer and composite products in Canada. Member mills, news, literature, services, and contact details.
A national alliance of professional science communicators, in all media.
The association for Canadian advertising, digital, marketing, media and public relations agencies. Includes list of members, membership information, an agency search, career and educational material, and links.
The Canadian Association of Gift Planners brings together charitable representatives with donor advisors in one professional association.
The official association for Canada’s petroleum refining, distribution and marketing sector.
Electricity industry news, reports on statistics, specifications, product knowledge guides, conference proceedings, software.
An organization giving small firms a voice in the public arena through high-profile actions with governments on policies such as taxation, labour laws and public sector spending.
Provides education and training to individuals in the field of Credit and Financial Management and acts as a professional association on behalf of their members.
Pakistan Canada Business Chamber is a non profit organization.
An organization devoted to providing co-operative housing information specifically to Canadians.
A member-based graphic design organization of design professionals, educators and students. Local and national designer directory, plus news and membership information.
The national voice and resource for the hotel and lodging industry in Canada.
An independent, not-for-profit product safety testing and certification organisation. Information on locations, job opportunities and contact details.
Serves the needs of mechanical contractors of all sizes engaged in such disciplines as plumbing, heating, ventilation, air conditioning, controls systems, medical gases, welding, and fire suppression, primarily within the industrial, commercial, institutional and service sectors.
An association for the sommelier profession, restaurant services, and other sectors of the wine industry.
Represents financial managers in the public service. Lists association news, membership information, events and photos.
Solar manufacturers, installers, resellers, and consultants. Profile, including membership, activities information and newsletter articles.
Industry organization to share education, knowledge and government liaison functions.
Promote, through the collective action of members, the growth and development of Canada's mining and mineral-processing industry, for the benefit of all Canadians. Includes information center, and news and events.
Association of executives sharing expertise across all branches of the federal government.
A networking forum for business people and professionals with Dutch interests to interact, discuss common business issues and promote the economic and social interests of its members.
Represents plant science companies that make plant biotechnology, pesticides and herbicides for agriculture and urban use.
CanSPEP, a network of meeting, conference, event and incentive partners. Profile, programs and events, membership, resources, newsletter and contact information.
Building Owners and Managers Association. Includes most major commercial and institutional property owners and managers. Lists mission, board of directors, committees, education, advertising and membership.
A voice for the national non-residential construction industry.
For all organizations or individuals who have an interest in improvement in the planning, design and construction industry through the adoption of lean principles.
A nonprofit organization whose membership is limited to the chief inspectors of Canada's provinces and territories providing and maintaining a publicly accessible online database for Canadian registration numbers known as The Silent Inspector. Features database information and forms.
Promotes "cooperation within the financial sector", developing and sharing treasury expertise. Holds seminars, conferences. Career opportunities, publications, and membership are also discussed.
The national association for Canada’s seafood farmers, representing their interests to regulators, policy makers and political leaders.
National self-regulatory organization and trade association of the securities industry.
Founded to represent the interests of fish harvesters at the national level and to promote professionalization.
The professional education arm of the general insurance industry in Canada.
An alliance of oil sands producers focused on improvement in environmental performance in Canada's oil sands through collaborative action and innovation.
A not-for-profit, non-partisan organization composed of the CEOs of Canada's leading businesses. Features economic news, membership information, and media releases.
Information on purpose, annual congress, translation award, members directory. Newsletter and journal included. Site in English and French.
A professional association for interpreters whose working languages include a sign language. Based in Vancouver, BC.
PEMAC - providing specialized training and certification, undertaking research, providing forums for the exchange of information. Acting as a public voice for its members and the profession.
Dedicated to growing the Canadian economy one young entrepreneur at a time. Formerly the Canadian Youth Business Foundation (CYBF).
News, events and members area for CPA in Canada.
Dedicated to advancing the art, the science and the business of landscape architecture. Includes profile, membership categories, events, and directory of members.
Serves the mineral exploration and development industry. Includes history of the organization, board of directors, strategic plan, membership, publications, programs, and convention news.
A non-profit organization for the advancement of bookkeeping professionals. Includes information on the organization, membership instructions, financial articles, and a search feature.
Professional association of management consultants. Administers the Code of Professional Conduct and program leading to the internationally recognized Certified Management Consultant (CMC) designation.
National trade association for the mutual fund industry. Key part of mandate is to educate investors and potential investors about mutual funds and mutual fund investing.
Industry association represents member companies that manufacture, distribute and service electrical, electronics, and telecommunications products. [English/French]
Help people to find specialists, experts, outsourced contractors in many fields.
AAC is dedicated to advancing environmental, health and safety auditing in Canada. Promotes auditor certification and the application of environmental and health and safety auditing ethics, principles and standards.
A non-profit organization monitoring standards in environmental testing laboratories. Features information about its programs, services and international activities.
Organization for ethical businesses involved in the sale and service of jewellery, watches and related products. Includes a list of members and consumer information.
Canada's think-tank on Asia brings together people and knowledge to provide current information, research and analysis on Asia and Canada's transpacific relations.
A national, non-profit federation representing people working in every sector of the national fur trade. Provides profile, events and links. [English and French]
Links and contacts for (member) dancewear retailers and manufacturers in Canada. Allows search for a store with the map and also permits online membership in the Association.
Information about the association, and also some financial advice for young people and small businesses.
National association of professionals engaged in payroll processing and management. Features membership information and resources.
A non-profit organization designed to promote business between the two countries. Offers list of events, information about internships, directory of members, newsletter, links and contact details.
Canada's leading organization dedicated to promoting the full participation of Aboriginal communities in the Canadian economy.
Non-profit membership organization committed to developing, sharing and implementing economic and environmental corporate social responsibility. Includes membership details, event calendar, resources for companies, and definition of corporate social responsibility.
Canadian site listing of current wood energy certified installers and agencies associated with solid fuel appliances.
Non-profit federally chartered trade association. Includes history, membership details, designation definitions, member directory, event calendar, and regulatory information.
Includes background information, facts about cement and concrete, directory of members and partners, support, resources, and contact details. [information in English and French]
The CFA represents over 350 franchise companies and the professionals who support this way of doing business and promotes a strong code of ethics as well as the mandatory use of the CFA disclosure document guide.
The information gateway designers, contractors and manufacturers and retailers wanting to source Canadian-made fashions.
CPSA offers a network to learn, share and contribute to the understanding of best practices and emerging trends in marketing and sales.
Business association specializing in public policy advocacy on business issues. Describes the organization and its aims with information about policies, memberships and current issues.
Supports the overlap between government and business and provides speakers, conducts research and holds an annual conference. Membership details, speeches, list of members, and information about events are presented.
Organization responsible for writing, interpreting, and maintaining Canadian lumber grading rules and standards. Lists membership, related organizations, publications and contact details.
Promotes the business of installing and manufacturing fire sprinkler devices and systems.
A national voice for forestry professionals. Representing members with an interest in the well being of the forest. Local and national meetings, and The Forestry Chronicle, a bimonthly journal. Members advocate responsible forestry practices.
An association of manufacturers and wholesaler distributors of plumbing and hydronic heating products. Offers news, conferences, membership, trade shows, codes, standards, education and training.
Promotes the interests of manufacturing and exporting firms. Formerly the Canadian Manufacturers Association and Canadian Exporters Association. Lists news, policies, members and events calendar.
Organization for experts who speak professionally, CAPS provides resources and education to advance the skills, integrity and value of its members. Provides a directory of its chapters and lists of speaking opportunities.
Offers a supportive environment and network for professional organizers to help share ideas, encourage referrals, and increase public awareness of the field in Canada.
Promotes and safeguards the business and professional interests of the Canadian consulting engineering industry in Canada and abroad. Member companies offer engineering services world wide.
Nonprofit, independent applied research organization helping its members anticipate and respond to the changing global economy. Includes list of knowledge areas, membership details, and information about products and services.
Promotes financial security of pension fund beneficiaries. Information includes a constitution statement, memberships and member organizations, standards, financial information and recent submissions to governments.
The voice of the petroleum industry. Member companies explore for, develop and produce more than 95 per cent of Canada's natural gas and crude oil.
Deals with standards development and their application through product certification, management systems registration, and information products.
Advocacy on behalf of the wireless communications industry in Canada. Offers industry guide, advocacy, media, events, health and safety, publications, careers and consumer information.
An association of builders, retailers, manufacturers, and service companies. Includes history, institute staff and board members, consumer information about pools and hot tubs, and membership directory.
A Canadian association of paper, plastic and sanitation distributors. Describes association and its aims, products, services, membership information, related links and contact information.
Dedicated to promoting the welfare of the national wooden pallet and container manufacturing industry. Provides classifieds, links and news.
Members are contractors that build pipelines. Association performs member services, safety training, and lobbying services.
Non-profit organization bringing together the different land personnel within the oil and gas industry.
Canadian petroleum contractors involved with the installation and maintenance, of storage tank and petroleum delivery systems. Includes an events calendar, discussion boards, training and certification information, and related links.
Promotes the study, research and development of financial management and insurance accounting. Offers association information, a mission statement, organizational structure, membership requirements and contacts.
Mining professionals engaged in analytical procedures and methods development. Includes association profile, contacts and membership details, conference calendar and related links.
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