An Investment in Your Competitive Advantage
The Small Fee for the Gold Standard Seal. Membership secures your official verification, provides valuable ongoing member incentives, and supports strategic lobbying efforts.
The ROI of Membership
Is certification an expense or an investment? The market data is clear: verifying your Canadian status directly impacts your bottom line.
Of shoppers are willing to pay a premium (5–10% more) for goods they can verify are truly Canadian-owned.
Source: Lightspeed Commerce, 2025
Tangible sales increase reported by major Canadian retailers attributed to clear "Canadian-made/owned" branding.
Source: Supply Professional, 2025
Of consumers would pay a premium specifically for transparency into a product's true origins.
Source: PwC Canada, 2025
Of consumers report being more loyal to Canadian brands in 2025 than they were just one year ago.
Source: Horizon Media, 2025
Simple, Transparent Pricing
Choose the membership plan that best fits your business goals. All fees are in Canadian Dollars (CAD). Please note: Prices listed are per business entity.
Initial Application Fee: $300
Non-refundable fee for legal vetting and initial audit (paid once at application)
Reprocessing Fee: $300 — Required upon expiration of any term for re-verification audit.
Own Multiple Businesses?
We understand that many entrepreneurs operate multiple companies. While each legal business entity requires its own separate application and annual membership fee to cover the specific legal audit for that structure, we make management easy. You can access, renew, and manage all your certified businesses under a single client portal account.
The Return on Investment: Securing Your Future
The membership fee is a strategic investment that provides immediate and long-term value.
Immediate Marketing Power & Proof
Receive the legal proof and marketing seal today to attract consumers and partners who prioritize verified Canadian businesses.
Active Member Incentives
Gain access to ongoing incentives, resources, and exclusive benefits designed to continuously support your financial growth.
Future Competitive Advantage
Your membership funds lobbying efforts to secure tax advantages that will allow certified members to dramatically reduce prices.
Domestic Market Impact
Certification promotes a "rally around the flag" sentiment, directly boosting the domestic economy by retaining essential Canadian spending.
Future Pricing Strategy: Fairness and Scale
We are committed to fair pricing that reflects the value received. Our long-term roadmap includes a transition to a model based on Gross Revenue or Sales. This structure ensures smaller businesses are never overcharged, while large corporations pay a fee that aligns directly with the substantial tax benefits they are poised to receive.