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The Canadian Sustainability Standards Board (CSSB) is seeking feedback on ISSB’s Exposure Draft, “Proposed amendments to the SASB Standards and IFRS S2 Industry-based Guidance.” Your input will help ensure Canadian perspectives are reflected in CSSB’s response to the ISSB. Take the survey by June 19, 2026.

RASOC is pleased to announce the appointments and reappointments for the AASB, the AcSB, the CSSB, PSAB, and the Oversight Council. We also thank retiring members for their dedicated service. Read the appointments page for full details.

The Chairs of Canada’s Accounting Standards Board (AcSB) and Canadian Sustainability Standards Board (CSSB) met with their Japanese counterparts, the Accounting Standards Board (ASBJ) and Sustainability Standards Board (SSBJ), in Toronto on January 12, 2026. They shared updates on their boards’ activities, discussed how national standard setters can support the IASB and ISSB respectively, and explored opportunities for continued collaboration with the IFRS Foundation to advance high-quality, globally aligned accounting and sustainability disclosure standards. Read more about the meeting and key takeaways.

The CSSB 2025–2028 Strategic Plan has been finalized after extensive consultation and assessment of Canada’s sustainability disclosure landscape. The Board’s three priorities are: establishing the CSSB as the reference source for Canadian Sustainability Disclosure Standards and supporting their implementation; including Indigenous Peoples in sustainability disclosure standard setting; and contributing to international standards. Read the plan and learn how feedback shaped it in the accompanying Feedback Statement.

The CSSB’s Updated 2025-2026 Annual Plan is based on its strategic priorities that focus on: advancing Canada’s role in global sustainability disclosure; including Indigenous Peoples in sustainability disclosure standard setting; and supporting the implementation of the Canadian Sustainability Disclosure Standards. Read more.

The Reporting and Assurance Standards Oversight Council and the Standard-setting Boards have released their 2024-2025 Annual Reports, highlighting oversight efforts, standards activity, and engagement that demonstrate transparency and accountability. Read the reports to learn more about their respective years in review.

Read our new resource guide, which offers direction on how to adopt a climate-first approach in sustainability reporting under Canadian Sustainability Disclosure Standard (CSDS) 1, General Requirements for Disclosure of Sustainability-related Financial Information, and CSDS 2, Climate-related Disclosures.

The Canadian Sustainability Standards Board (CSSB) has issued CSDS 1 and CSDS 2, aligned with the International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB)'s IFRS S1 and S2. To support Canadian preparers navigate implementation, we’ve gathered key ISSB resources and guidance—all in one place. Read more.

The CSSB responded to the CSA’s April 23, 2025 decision to pause its climate and diversity disclosure projects. While approaches may evolve, the CSSB remains committed to supporting CSDS 1 and CSDS 2 adoption to help Canadian markets meet rising sustainability disclosure expectations.

The Canadian Sustainability Standards Board (CSSB) is pleased to announce the appointment of Wendy Berman as its permanent Chair, effective May 5, 2025.