Live in BC? Small business owner? Or maybe you just love NDT?

You might be interested in joining the BC Chapter of CINDE.

We’re gauging interest in growing the CINDE community on the West Coast and hosting our inaugural BC Chapter event. This is a chance to be involved early and help shape what the Chapter looks like from the start.

We know people are busy with work, family, and life in general. BC Chapter CINDE events are meant to be short, focused, and worth your time — not all-day commitments. Expect networking with people in the field, practical technical talks, and knowledge-sharing, delivered in a way that fits into real schedules. The goal is to make the most of the time you choose to give, in person or online.

Whether you’re a Level III looking to share experience, a trainee building your network, or someone who’s simply passionate about advancing NDT in Western Canada, this chapter is being built with you in mind.

If this sounds like something you’d want to be part of, we’d love to hear from you. 

Contact Tim Willard at info@threeleafndt.com for more information.

CINDE wishes to provide clarity regarding recent references in the Federal Government’s Budget that have prompted questions within the Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) community.

The Budget announced the planned elimination of the Canadian General Standards Board (CGSB) by March 2026 as a cost-saving measure. While this announcement is notable, it is important to emphasize that CINDE, together with QCCC, NDTMA, Natural Resources Canada (NRCan), and the Canadian Welding Bureau (CWB), has been working closely and proactively to ensure continuity and stability for the Canadian NDT system. These efforts include direct engagement with the Standards Council of Canada and ongoing communication with CGSB.

The foundation of NDT certification in Canada is the ISO 9712 international standard. The changes related to CGSB pertain primarily to the administration of Canada’s input into the international standards development process and the publication of the identical Canadian version of ISO 9712. At this time, no fundamental changes to the certification framework or its application in Canada are anticipated.

While administrative structures may evolve, Canada’s commitment to safety, quality, and technical integrity remains unchanged. Certification requirements will continue to be maintained, and Canada will remain an active and influential contributor to the development of international NDT standards. CINDE and its partners will advocate for outcomes that not only preserve the existing system, but may also streamline and strengthen how the Canadian NDT framework operates.

We encourage stakeholders to rely on verified information and avoid speculation. Updates will be communicated as further details become available.

New certification offering strengthens CWB Group’s leadership in non-destructive testing (NDT) and supports Canada’s highest standards in inspection and safety.

The CWB Group is pleased to announce the launch of Ultrasonic Testing (UT) certification under the CGSB Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) Personnel Certification program (CAN/CGSB-48.9712-2022).

With UT certification now available at Levels 1, 2, and 3, inspectors across Canada can validate their expertise in one of the industry’s most vital methods for ensuring the integrity of engineering materials, components, and welded structures.

CWB NDT Certification provides:

• Recognized Excellence: Third-party certification widely acknowledged by employers, regulators, and professional peers.
• Support Every Step: Resources, technical support, and clear guidance
• through every phase of certification.
• Fast Results: Fast results through our efficient application process. Accelerate your path to the future

UT certification joins CWB’s existing portfolio of initial certification, recertification and renewal of CGSB NDT methods, which include Magnetic Particle Testing (MT), Penetrant Testing (PT), and soon-to-be-added Eddy Current (ET) and Radiographic Testing (RT).

“The addition of Ultrasonic Testing certification reflects our commitment to supporting Canada’s growing need for highly skilled NDT professionals,” said Patrick Ho, Director, NDT Certification. “This expansion strengthens industry confidence, reduces risk, and creates clear pathways for inspectors to grow their careers under Canadian standards.”

To become certified, candidates must have completed CAN/CGSB-48.9712-specific training (ie. from a CWB Recognized Training Organization (RTO)) in the past 10 years, meet vision and experience requirements, and pass both written and practical examinations at an Authorized Examination Centre (AEC).

Learn more and apply today: https://www.cwbgroup.org/services/certification/non-destructive-testing-ndt-personnel-certification 

 

Cette nouvelle offre en matière de certification renforce le leadership du Groupe CWB dans le domaine des Essais Non Destructifs (END) et soutient les normes les plus élevées au Canada en matière d’inspection et de sécurité.

Le Groupe CWB est heureux d'annoncer le lancement de la certification relatif au contrôle par ultrasons (UT) dans le cadre du programme de certification du personnel en essais non destructifs (END) selon la norme CAN/ONGC-48.9712-2022.

Grâce à la certification UT désormais disponible pour les niveaux 1, 2 et 3, les inspecteurs de partout au Canada peuvent valider leur expertise dans l’une des méthodes les plus importantes de l’industrie pour assurer l’intégrité des matériaux d’ingénierie, des composants et des structures soudées.

CWB Certification END fournit:

• Une excellence reconnue: Certification par un tiers largement reconnue par les employeurs, les organismes de réglementation et les pairs professionnels.
• Du soutien à chaque étape: Ressources, assistance technique et conseils éclairés à chaque étape de la certification.
• Des résultats rapides: Des résultats rapides grâce à notre processus de demande de certification efficace. Accélérez votre parcours vers le futur

La certification UT rejoint le portfolio existant du CWB en matière de certification initiale, de recertification et de renouvellement des méthodes END ONGC, qui comprennent le contrôle par ressuage (PT), LE contrôle par magnétoscopie (MT), le contrôle radiographique (RT) et le contrôle par courants de Foucault (ET) 

''L’ajout de la certification en contrôle par ultrasons témoigne de notre engagement à répondre aux besoins croissants du Canada de professionnels hautement qualifiés en END'', a déclaré Patrick Ho, Directeur de la certification en END. ''Cet élargissement renforce la confiance de l’industrie, réduit les risques et crée des perspectives claires pour que les inspecteurs puissent rehausser leur carrière selon les normes canadiennes.''

Pour obtenir la certification, les candidats doivent avoir suivi une formation spécifique CAN/ONGC-48.9712 (c.-à-d. auprès d’un Organisme de Formation Reconnu par le CWB (OFR)) au cours des 10 dernières années; satisfaire aux exigences en matière de vision et d’expérience, et réussir les examens écrits et pratiques dans un Centre d’Examen Autorisé (CEA).

Pour en savoir davantage et appliquer dès aujourd'hui: https://www.cwbgroup.org/services/certification/non-destructive-testing-ndt-personnel-certification