Regulatory Harmonization Subcommitee:
Interim Report

December 18, 2002

Vision

For Products

A product environment that respects self-certification to one set of regulatory requirements across North America and in the longer term, globally, and satisfies societal needs efficiently

ONE PRODUCT CERTIFIED ONCE FOR SALE ACROSS ONE MARKET

Within Canada

One set of globally competitive manufacturing and vehicle in-use requirements across all jurisdictions in Canada

Interim Report

Immediate Harmonization Priorities

Product Standards

• Harmonize proposed CMVSS 208 occupant protection requirements with US FMVSS 208 Rule
• Fully accept self-certification

THERE ARE NO TECHNOLOGICAL REASONS FOR UNIQUE STANDARDS

Manufacturing

• Emission inventories: O.Reg. 127 and NPRI

Need to develop a formal harmonization policy with clear statements that is recognized across government departments with responsibility for the automotive sector