The Standard-Bearer of Canadian Excellence since 1984
The National Quality Institute (NQI), the predecessor organization to Excellence Canada, and the Canada Awards for Excellence, were founded in 1984 by Industry Canada. The government correctly acknowledged the need to bring Canadian organizations a set of Standards focused on developing and sustaining a culture of quality and productivity which would drive Canadian competitiveness and provide the underlying structure to support intentional excellence. Our purpose was to assist organizations as they implemented these standards and to recognize their commitment and ongoing accomplishments.
In 1993, we transitioned from a government agency to a fully self-sustaining, registered not-for-profit organization, and in 2012, our name changed to Excellence Canada. Our Standards have continuously evolved as our country has evolved but our mission and purpose remain the same-as the standard-bearer of Canadian excellence in 2025, we exist to help Canadian organizations be better at what they do. To be more productive. To offer organizations the tools they need, together with a progressive pathway to sustainable excellence and improved competitiveness.
For over 40 years we’ve stood with, and behind, Canadian organizations of all sizes, across all industries, and across all sectors of the economy. Today we continue to proudly stand for Canadian competitiveness and for all the things that drive it.
Excellence Canada is the nation's standard-bearer for excellence. We set the bar with our Standards, Certification, and Awards programs. Organizations pursue their excellence journey in Organizational Excellence, Mental Health at Work, Healthy Workplace, or a combination of those standards. Our nationally recognized Standards provide the foundations that help drive performance and workplace culture, and the Canada Awards for Excellence program recognizes the reaching milestones on the progressive excellence journey.
Rapid assessments at Excellence Canada provide a quick and robust evaluation of organizational performance against in our our national Standards. We measure performance in key areas including leadership, engagement, risk management, strategy, and operations. Facilitated by a professional advisor, they identify strengths and improvement opportunities, offering actionable insights to drive continuous growth and excellence.
Our professional coaches and consultants provide expert guidance to help organizations measure and enhance performance to help achieve excellence. Through tailored support, organizations gain insights, strategies, and best practices to drive continuous improvement and long-term success. Our coaches and consultants are available for short to longer-term engagements.
Excellence Canada’s Employee Experience Surveys provide valuable insights into workforce satisfaction, motivation, and alignment with organizational goals. Excellence Canada's surveys are a quick, cost effective, and highly customizable way to gather real time, actionable insights from your employee base.
Excellence Canada offers a wide range of cost-effective training solutions to meet diverse organizational needs. Our offerings include on-demand courses for flexible learning, certificate programs to build expertise, and customized corporate training tailored to your unique needs and budget. These offerings empower leaders and employees with the skills and knowledge needed to drive continuous improvement, innovation, and excellence.
Excellence Canada’s Accessibility Solutions help organizations meet provincial and federal accessibility obligations (including AODA and the Accessible Canada Act - ACA) while fostering inclusive environments. Through expert assessments and tailored guidance, we help ensure compliance with regulations and support the creation of barrier-free experiences for all employees, customers, and stakeholders.
Excellence Canada helps organizations build a strong foundation for sustainable success, giving them a competitive edge in their industry.
By streamlining processes and optimizing performance, Excellence Canada enables organizations to improve efficiency and maximize results.
Excellence Canada provides the tools, assessments, and support needed to achieve world-class standards in leadership, strategy, and operations.
Through proven frameworks and expert guidance, Excellence Canada fosters a culture of continuous improvement and creative problem-solving.
Unlock your organization’s full potential with Excellence Canada. Gain a competitive edge, boost productivity, and foster innovation to stay ahead in today’s dynamic market. Discover how our nationally-recognized frameworks can drive your success while elevating and sustaining your performance.
