Cabinet Directive on Regulation (CDR)

Guidance, Templates and Tools for Regulators

RIAS and Triage Templates

Canada's Federal Regulatory Framework

The Government of Canada has introduced a new Cabinet Directive on Regulation (the CDR).

The Cabinet Directive on Regulation (the CDR) sets out the Government of Canada’s expectations and requirements in the development, management, and review of federal regulations. It is supported by four policies approved by the President of the Treasury Board. This page provides guidance, templates, and tools for regulators to help them meet the requirements of the new CDR. It will provide resources for both new and experienced regulators.

Guidance for the CDR

• RIAS and Triage Statement Templates
• The Guide to Regulatory Development and RIAS Writing
• The Guide on Limiting Regulatory Burden on Business
• The Guide on Regulatory Transparency and Accountability
• The Guide To Regulatory Stock Reviews
• The Canadian Cost-Benefit Analysis Guide
• Guidance regarding publication of service standards and performance information on Canada.ca

Documents will be updated as they are finalized and approved by TBS-Regulatory Affairs Sector

Additional Resources and Helpful Links

• Regulatory Cost Calculator
• The Cost-Benefit Analysis Community of Practice
• The Standard Council of Canada's "Guidelines for Incorporating Standards by Reference in Regulations to Support Public Policy Objectives"
• Status of Women Canada's Gender-based Analysis + Community Resources and Training
• Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada's Portal on the Assessment of Modern Treaty Implications
• The Cabinet Directive on the Environmental Assessment of Policy, Plan and Program Proposals