Program explained in five answers

1.  Whose program is this and what is its mission?

Well Made Here is a non profit organization under federal jurisdiction, owned collectively by the banners and professional associations that support the program and its objectives.

Its mission is to promote the purchase of quality building materials and other items manufactured in Canada and intended for the residential market.

2.  What is an accredited Well Made Here product?

An article or material that complies with the applicable building rules, standards, and codes, possibly holding certifications or approvals, with at least 51% of its direct production/manufacturing costs incurred in Canada and having undergone its last substantial transformation there. A substantial transformation occurs when the product undergoes a significant change, making it new and different. It should be noted that a product can be made in Canada while being composed entirely of foreign components. Indeed, the origins of a product’s components are not considered when determining whether the product is made in Canada. This definition aligns with international standards for “Made in” labeling.

3.  Why should you choose a Well Made Here product?

Make an informed buying decision

Trusting in Canadian-made products

To support our regions and manufacturing jobs

4.  Which businesses can participate in the program?

Any business, regardless of its origin, that manufactures, at a facility in Canada, building materials which meet public standards and other items intended for the residential market, is welcome.

5.  Quality of the information: who monitors?

As with Energy Star, FSC, CSA and other certifications, the public, end users of the product and peers are the ones who monitor. Any doubt about potentially erroneous or false information provided by a manufacturer should be expressed by telephone at 1 833-434-4373, an anonymous reporting line.

A confidential but formal audit will be conducted. In short order, the manufacturer will be required to submit evidence to “Well Made Here” supporting its claims.

Following the review, there are three possible outcomes, as follows :