The Canadian Standards Association (CSA), now operating as CSA Group, is a standards development and testing organization that creates safety and performance standards for products sold in Canada. Founded in 1919, CSA develops standards covering electrical equipment, natural gas appliances, construction materials, protective equipment, and thousands of other products. The familiar CSA certification mark indicates a product meets Canadian safety requirements. Municipalities rely on CSA standards when specifying materials for infrastructure projects, building codes, and safety equipment. CSA also develops standards for emerging areas like electric vehicles and renewable energy systems. While CSA is a not-for-profit organization, compliance with its standards is often required by provincial and federal regulations.