Cannabis Standards

Alliance of Canada

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The Cannabis Standards Alliance of Canada (CSAC) is an industry-led not for profit setting and overseeing quality standards that will provide consumers and patients with transparent information about cannabis products.

CSAC’s current focus is on the development of enforceable standards that will bring “truth in labelling” into the cannabis flower category.

How CSAC Works.

Quality Standards

We establish enforceable standards, setting the benchmark for quality and consistency of cannabis products.

Product Certification

Products that meet CSAC standards are certified, offering consumers, patients and businesses a mark of quality they can trust.

Compliance Monitoring

We ensure compliance with CSAC standards, contributing to the integrity of the regulated cannabis ecosystem.

We empower consumers and patients by providing transparent standards-based information about cannabis products and brands.

Empowered Consumers and Patients

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OUR MISSION

CSAC's mission is to be the most trusted source of information about quality cannabis products and brands.

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Transparency

· Accountability

· Credibility

Transparency · Accountability · Credibility

Evidence-Based

· Accessible

· Responsible

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Membership

Become a CSAC Member

CSAC is a membership-based not for profit organization. We exist to serve our members and support to their needs. A basic membership with CSAC is $1,000 annually. Every member has a vote for the Board of Directors and is able to participate in the Cannabinoid Testing Standards Working Group and other working groups and committees as the need arises.

If you are interested in learning more about the Cannabis Standards Alliance of Canada and how we are committed to levelling the playing field for our members, please join CSAC.

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Level the Playing Field

Create fair competition for products and services, regardless of company size.

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Mitigate Risk

Reduce operational risk to your business by adhering to industry standards.

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Stand Out with Consumers

Use product certification to inform and build trust with consumers.

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Shape the Industry

Participate in the development of standards that narrow the gap between regulation and practice

Build Trust in International Markets

Leverage enforceable standards supported by distributers and regulators