- Canadian Electricity Association - http://www.canelect.ca/connections_online/home.htm
Electricity industry news, reports on statistics, specifications, product knowledge guides, conference proceedings, software.
- Canadian Plywood Association - http://www.canply.org/
Represents manufacturers of plywood, veneer and composite products in Canada. Member mills, news, literature, services, and contact details.
- Canadian Institute of Forestry - http://www.cif-ifc.org/
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.
- Credit Institute of Canada - http://www.creditedu.org/
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.
- Canadian Nuclear Association - http://www.cna.ca/
Founded in 1960, to "promote the orderly and sound development of nuclear energy in Canada and abroad for the purposes other than those related to armament". Site contains information about nuclear power and climate change, as well as links to members and publications.
- IFIC - http://www.ific.ca/index.asp
National trade association for the Canadian mutual fund industry. Key part of mandate is to educate investors and potential investors about mutual funds and mutual fund investing.
- Canada Consulting Engineers - http://www.acec.ca/
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.
- Institute of Canadian Advertising - http://www.ica-ad.com/
Contains list of members, membership information, an agency search, career and educational material, and links.
- BDC Aboriginal - http://www.bdc.ca/bdc/aboriginal.html
Where aboriginal small business owners can get support from the Business Development Bank of Canada.
- Canadian Insurance Accountants Association - http://www.ciaa.org/
Promotes the study, research and development of financial management and insurance accounting. Offers association information, a mission statement, organizational structure, membership requirements and contacts.
- Bowling Proprietors Association of Canada - http://www.bpac.ca/
- features news, tournaments and results, programs for all ages, lists of bowling centres, and links to TSN and CBC programs are available from the hosts of the sport of bowling.
- Northwest Corridor Development Corporation - http://www.nwcorridor.com/
Information, resources and facilities listings of a leading Canadian economic region spanning five western provinces and territories. Includes maps and describes activities in the regions.
- The Canadian Chamber of Commerce - http://www.chamber.ca/
Business association specializing in public policy advocacy on business issues. Describes the organization and its aims with information about policies, memberships and current issues.
- Dancewear Association of Canada - http://www.dancewear.ca
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.
- Wood Energy Technical Training - http://www.wettinc.ca/
Canadian site listing of current wood energy certified installers and agencies associated with solid fuel appliances.
- Balpex Inc. - http://www.balpex.ca/
A Canadian association of paper, plastic and sanitation distributors. Describes association and its aims, products, services, membership information, related links and contact information.
- Pension Investment Association of Canada (PIAC) - http://www.piacweb.org/
Promotes financial security of pension fund beneficiaries. Information includes a constitution statement, memberships and member organizations, standards, financial information and recent submissions to governments.
- Cement Association of Canada - http://www.cement.ca/
Includes background information, facts about cement and concrete, directory of members and partners, support, resources, and contact details. [information in English and French]
- Canadian Standards Association, CSA - http://csagroup.org/
Deals with standards development and their application through product certification, management systems registration, and information products.
- National Lumber Grades Authority (NLGA) - http://nlga.org/
Organization responsible for writing, interpreting, and maintaining Canadian lumber grading rules and standards. Lists membership, related organizations, publications and contact details.
- Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters - http://www.cme-mec.ca/
Promotes the interests of manufacturing and exporting firms. Formerly the Canadian Manufacturers Association and Canadian Exporters Association. Lists news, policies, members and events calendar.
- Coupon Industry Association of Canada (CIAC) - http://www.couponscanada.org/
Trade association for the coupon industry in Canada which works to eliminate ambiguity and promote effectiveness. Lists purpose, news, ethics, facts, events, members, registration and contact details.
- The Canadian Institute of Plumbing & Heating - http://www.ciph.com/
An association of manufacturers and wholesaler distributors of plumbing and hydronic heating products. Offers news, conferences, membership, trade shows, codes, standards, education and training.
- ARCNet - http://arcnet.taybridge.com/
A resource centre to promote Aboriginal-Canadian businesses and organizations.
- Asia Pacific Foundation of Canada - http://www.asiapacific.ca
Brings together people and knowledge to provide current and comprehensive information, research and analysis on Asia and on Canada's transpacific relations.
- Canadian Personal Chef Association - http://www.cdnpca.com/
Provides information, professional standards, training, support and networking for personal chefs across Canada.
- Canadian Produce Marketing Association CPMA/ACDFL - http://www.cpma.ca/
Profile, contacts, resources, services and other information describing the association whose members market fresh fruits and vegetables, or involved in distributing domestically grown and imported produce.
- Canadian Technology Network - http://ctn.nrc.ca
National Research Council of Canada site with links to information sources and advice regarding business technology.
- Canadian Wireless Telecommunications Association - http://www.cwta.ca/
Advocacy on behalf of the wireless communications industry in Canada. Offers industry guide, advocacy, media, events, health and safety, publications, careers and consumer information.
- Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada - http://www.nserc.ca/relate.htm
NSERC supports both basic university research through research grants and project research through partnerships of universities with industry, as well as the advanced training of highly qualified people in both areas.
- PPACanada Inc. - http://www.promocan.com/
Promotional Products Association of Canada. Offers membership to suppliers and distributors.
- SOHO - Canada - http://www.soho.ca/
Products and services for small office and home office entrepreneurs. Includes information about member benefits, application, upcoming events, resource links and an FAQ.
- Techvibes.com - http://www.techvibes.com/
Organization which facilitates networking of people in the technology community. Includes event calendar, list of members, business directory, and founder profiles.
- Textiles Human Resources Council - http://www.thrc-crhit.org/
Established in 1994 to ensure that men and women in the Canadian textile industry have world-class skills.
- National Spa and Pool Institute of Canada - http://www.nspi.ca/
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.
- Canadian Business for Social Responsibility - http://www.cbsr.ca/
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.
- National Seafood Sector Council - http://www.nssc.ca/
Non-profit, industry driven organization. Includes description of goals and activities, membership information and directory, board of directors, and list of training programs and services.
- Canadian Health Food Association - http://www.chfa.ca/
Non-profit federally chartered trade association. Includes history, membership details, designation definitions, member directory, event calendar, and regulatory information.
- Canadian Marketing Association - http://www.the-cma.org/
The voice for responsible information-based marketers, describes the association, its aims, member companies, news releases and a code of ethics, among other resources.
- Canadian Hardware & Housewares Manufacturers Association - http://www.chhma.ca/
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 organisation profile and member directory.
- Canadian Apparel Federation - http://www.apparel.ca/
The information gateway designers, contractors and manufacturers and retailers wanting to source Canadian-made fashions.
- The Fur Council of Canada - http://www.naffem.com/
A national, non-profit federation representing people working in every sector of the national fur trade. Provides profile, events and links. [English and French]
- Underwriters Laboratories of Canada - http://www.ulc.ca/
An independent, not-for-profit product safety testing and certification organisation. Information on locations, job opportunities and contact details.
- Canadian Mineral Analysts - http://www.canadianmineralanalysts.com/
Mining professionals engaged in analytical procedures and methods development. Includes association profile, contacts and membership details, conference calendar and related links.
- Society of Management Accountants of Canada - http://www.cma-canada.org/
Includes information about management accounting practices including tables of contents and selected articles from the CMA Magazine (in English and French).
- The Canadian Council for Public-Private Partnerships - http://www.pppcouncil.ca/
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.
- The Conference Board of Canada - http://www.conferenceboard.ca/
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.
- Canadian Swedish Business Association - http://www.sccc.ca/
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.
- Canadian Bookkeepers Association - http://www.CanadianBookkeepersAssociation.com
A non-profit organization for the advancement of bookkeeping professionals. Includes information on the organization, membership instructions, financial articles, and a search feature.
- Canadian Personal Chef Alliance - http://www.canadianpersonalchefalliance.com/
Professional support group for personal chefs. Includes mission statement, chef resources, news items, and membership directory.
- Retail Council of Canada - http://www.retailcouncil.ca/
Serves, promotes, and represents the diverse needs of Canada's retailers and retailing sector. Information about services, education opportunities, activities, membership and member benefits.
- The Canadian Payroll Association - http://www.payroll.ca/
National association of professionals engaged in payroll processing and management. Features membership information and resources.
- Treasury Management Association of Canada - http://www.tmac.ca/
Promotes "cooperation within the financial sector", developing and sharing treasury expertise. Holds seminars, conferences. Career opportunities, publications, and membership are also discussed.
- Canadian Association For Environmental Analytical Laboratories - http://www.caeal.ca/
A non-profit organization dedicated to raising the level of competency, consistency, capability, and communication within environmental testing laboratories in Canada. Features information about its programs, services and international activities.
- Business Partnerships Canada - http://businesspartnerships.ca/
A networking organization and information site for Canadian small business owners.
- Canadian Association of Professional Bra-makers - http://www.professionalbramakers.ca
Organization of professionals who custom-make foundation garments for women. Includes member directory and advice for customers, including guidance on obtaining a properly fitting bra.
- Canadian Association of Professional Speakers - http://www.canadianspeakers.org/
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.
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