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The Canadian Sustainability Standards Board (CSSB) Consultation Paper, Proposed Criteria for Modification Framework, is now open for comment. The Paper sets out how the Board proposes to introduce changes, if required, to IFRS Sustainability Disclosure Standards for use in Canada. Submit your comments to the CSSB by June 10, 2024

The International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB) published its Exposure Draft detailing a proposed methodology to amend Sustainability Accounting Standards Board (SASB) standards. The purpose of the amendments is to enhance the international applicability of the standards. FRAS Canada seeks Canadian feedback on the proposed methodology to ensure the ISSB considers Canadian perspectives. Help shape the future of sustainability standards and share your input by July 7, 2023.

The ISSB recently announced its agenda priorities for expanding sustainability standards, with a focus on four research projects. FRAS Canada is seeking feedback from Canadians on these projects before submitting a response letter to the ISSB. The proposed projects include biodiversity, human capital, human rights, and reporting integration. Help shape the future of sustainability standards and share your feedback by August 4, 2023. 

The International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB) has released its request for information on their Consultation on Agenda Priorities. They aim to broaden sustainability standards for investors and financial markets beyond climate. Read the Agenda Priorities for more details.

The ISSB is consulting on its Climate-related Disclosures Exposure Draft. We encourage Canadians to share their views on this Exposure Draft directly with the ISSB – and stay tuned for Canadian-specific opportunities to discuss these proposals.

The ISSB is consulting on its General Requirements Exposure Draft. We encourage Canadians to share their views on this Exposure Draft directly with the ISSB – and stay tuned for Canadian-specific opportunities to discuss these proposals.