The Digital Governance Standards Institute (DGSI) has launched a 90-day systematic review of CAN/DGSI 103-1: Digital Trust and Identity – Part 1: Fundamentals, a core standard that lays the groundwork for secure and reliable digital identity systems across Canada.
In an era where digital services are the default, public trust in the systems that manage identity and credentials is more essential than ever. CAN/DGSI 103-1 provides the foundational requirements and controls for organizations building or operating digital systems that issue, verify, and manage digital identities, whether operating within a single service or across a broader federation.
Now, DGSI is inviting stakeholders from all sectors such as public, private, nonprofit, and academic to provide feedback and ensure the standard remains relevant, effective, and future-ready.
What the Standard Covers
- Minimum requirements for trustworthy digital identity and credential systems
- A clear set of controls for secure, reliable system operations
- Guidance for risk assessment, mitigation, and identity context management
- Applicability to a wide range of digital ecosystems and service models
The standard is designed to support safe, privacy-conscious digital interactions for individuals, organizations, and governments alike. It acts as a common framework for aligning identity practices across jurisdictions and service providers—fostering interoperability and trust in Canada’s digital economy.
“As Canada continues to modernize its digital infrastructure, standards like CAN/DGSI 103-1 ensure that trust, safety, and interoperability remain core principles,” said Darryl Kingston, Executive Director of DGSI.
The systematic review will remain open for comment until November 19 2025. Interested parties can access the standard and submit feedback by visiting CAN/DGSI 103-1
For more information on DGSI’s technical committees and standards development process, visit: https://dgc-cgn.org/standards
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.