Regulatory Cooperation Council: Overview
Overview
The Canada–United States (U.S.) Regulatory Cooperation Council provides a forum for stakeholders to:
- discuss regulatory barriers to cross-border trade and investment
- identify opportunities for alignment and cooperation
The council is governed by the Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat and the U.S. Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs.
Its goals are to:
- maintain and enhance the health, safety and security of Canadians and the environment
- reduce costs to Canadian businesses and consumers
- increase product choice in the Canadian market
- help increase regulatory transparency and coordination between Canada and the U.S.
- reduce administrative burden on businesses
Agreements
Statements
- September 2024: Joint Statement from the President of the Treasury Board and the Director of the Office of Management and Budget
- June 2024: Revitalizing the Canada-United States Regulatory Partnership
- May 2024: President of the Treasury Board Anita Anand concludes productive visits in Chicago and Washington, D.C.
- February 2021: Roadmap for a Renewed U.S.–Canada Partnership
Archives
- Canada–United States Regulatory Cooperation Council Joint Forward Plan, August 2014: updated action plan that discusses progress achieved and lessons learned
- Joint Action Plan for the Canada–United States Regulatory Cooperation Council, 2011: initial action plan for Canada and the U.S. to work together toward greater regulatory alignment