The Digital Governance Standards Institute (DGSI) announces that CAN/DGSI 103-0:2025, Digital Trust and Identity – Part 0: Techniques – Code of Practice has been approved for publication as a National Standard of Canada.
Approved by Technical Committee 4 and developed with the input of more than 160 experts across various sectors, this standard marks a significant step in advancing trusted digital ecosystems in Canada. It is the latest installment in the DGSI 103 series, providing organizations with implementation techniques and best practices to support secure, interoperable, and user-centric identity management systems.
This new standard builds on internationally recognized principles and aligns with thePan-Canadian Trust Framework (PCTF),an agreed-upon approach to federated digital identity in Canada. CAN/DGSI 103-0 offers practical guidance for both public and private sector organizations implementing identity programs and developing organization-specific digital trust policies.
Key Features of CAN/DGSI 103-0:2025:
- A comprehensive set of atomic and compound processes to build trustworthy digital identity systems
- Definitions and conformance criteria for digital entities, credentials, and relationships
- Support for alignment with international frameworks including eIDAS, FATF, and UNCITRAL
- A structured approach to mutual recognition and interoperability between digital service providers
“The CAN/DGSI 103-0 standard provides the practical building blocks organizations need to ensure integrity, trust, and assurance in the digital services they deliver,” said Darryl Kingston, Executive Director of DGSI. “By adopting this standard, organizations can strengthen their governance, reduce risk, and prepare for a more interconnected digital future.”
This standard is based on the Public Sector Profile of the Pan-Canadian Trust Framework (version 1.5), and is available in both official languages. It is intended to be technology-agnostic and applicable across sectors, including government, health, finance, education, and beyond.
To view or download this new standard, visit: CAN/DGSI 103-0
Get involved
The DGSI’s development process is collaborative and open to all, and anyone interested in contributing to the development of digital governance standards is encouraged to get involved. For more information on how to participate, contact:
Darryl Kingston
Executive Director
Digital Governance Standards Institute
darryl.kingston@dgc-cgn.org
For further details or media inquiries, please contact:
Shyra Wells
Communications and Knowledge Mobilization Lead
Digital Governance Council
shyra.craig@dgc-cgn.org
About the Digital Governance Standards Institute
The Digital Governance Standards Institute develops digital technology governance standards fit for global use. The Institute works with experts, as well as national and global partners and the public to develop national standards that reduce risk to Canadians and Canadian organizations adopting and using innovative digital technologies in today’s digital economy. The Institute is an independent division of the Digital Governance Council. To learn more about the organization and its initiatives, visit www.dgc-cgn.org or contact info@dgc-cgn.org.