Canada. Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada - South - Western Ontario District

Application

Filed complaints must include detailed information on the matter, and steps taken to resolve the matter * anonymous complaints are not processed

Eligibility - Population(s) Served

Consumers with unresolved concerns where goods and services are bought and sold on the basis of measurement

Languages

English

Area(s) Served

Southwestern Ontario

Accessibility

Wheelchair Accessible

Description of Services:

Regulates the integrity and accuracy of trade measurement in Canada, to contribute to a fair and competitive marketplace * administration and enforcement of two Acts of Parliament:

Weights and Measures Act, RSC 1985, c W-6
Electricity and Gas Inspection Act, RSC 1985, c E-4

Inspections include gasoline dispensers, propane dispensers, natural gas meters, electricity meters, and retail food scales

About Us

Measurement Canada is responsible for ensuring that businesses and consumers receive fair and accurate measure in financial transactions involving goods and services. The agency develops and administers the laws and requirements governing measurement; evaluates, approves and certifies measuring devices; and investigates complaints of suspected inaccurate measurement.