SLBS gets Support from CSN for Capacity Building For two weeks in May, over two hundred employees of National Standards bodies, public and private sector laboratories from Saint Lucia and the CARICOM Region, received training in two critical standards to drive capacity in build expertise in key conformity assessment bodies in the Caribbean. Through the […]
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As part of the activities for Saint Lucia’s 40th Anniversary of Independence under the theme “All In, Our Journey, Our Future” the Ministry of Commerce will be hosting a Creativity Showcase featuring Saint Lucia’s “Very Own” producers and manufacturers. Date: April 10 -12… See More — with Slisba Slu,Startup Huddle St. Lucia, St. Lucia Chamber of Commerce Industry &
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PRESS RELEASE The Saint Lucia Bureau of Standards will be hosting a multi-sectoral meeting for heads of its technical committees for discussion on the increased adoption of international standards under the Commonwealth Standards Network project (CSN) being undertaken here in collaboration with the British Standards Institute BSI and funded by the UK Government. The project
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SLBS HOSTS SALCC LECTURES The Saint Lucia Bureau of Standards is continuing efforts to bring standardization education to schools. For the fifth year running the SLBS partnered with the Sir Arthur Lewis Community College (SALCC) for the schools engagement with standardization, conformity assessment and metrology awareness as part of activities to mark World Standards Day
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The Commonwealth Standards Network aims to provide a platform for collaboration between NSBs and key stakeholders throughout the Commonwealth. The objective of the network is to promote the role of standards as a tool to increase intra-Commonwealth trade and to strengthen the quality infrastructure in all our countries. The network will build on the shared
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Labels that Save Lives Hannah, an English Literature major, never saw the relevance of electrical studies in her life. Now as she moves into her new apartment after college she wants to decorate and make the place her own. She visited the appliance store to purchase a kettle, blender, toaster, and other appliances to make
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Celebrating 35 Years of Progressing our National Quality Infrastructure The Saint Lucia Bureau of Standards as of April 2026 proudly celebrated its 35th anniversary with a ceremony which hosted stakeholders and staff of the organization. The festivities allowed those in attendance the opportunity to reflect on the work of the SLBS under the theme “Three
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How the Food You Eat Connects to a Global System Food is at the heart of human survival and wellbeing. Yet in today’s interconnected world, the systems that provide our food are no longer purely local. Global trade has reshaped how nations access food, raising urgent questions about safety, sustainability, and security. Where does our
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Standards, The Key to Building Stronger and Smarter Why Building Standards Matter in Saint Lucia. As citizens of a Caribbean island, we face the duality of the beauty and challenges of our climate. Saint Lucia’s geographic location within the tropical region leaves us vulnerable to natural disasters such as hurricanes, heavy rainfall, flooding, and landslides.
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The Standards Behind the Bread We Eat Bread is a staple in my family. It is something my children eat almost every day for breakfast and is a convenient option for the sandwiches I prepare in my daughters’ lunchbox. This is why I try to read labels to ensure the bread I select provides nutrients
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Standards Safeguarding Lives and Livelihoods- A Call to Action for Beauty and Wellness MSME’s Standards are useful tools that ensure public health, safety, business survival and national confidence. These tools are extremely relevant in industries such as the Beauty and Wellness sector which refers to businesses that provide products, services and experiences related to personal
Safeguarding Our Future to Add Value Coming off the heels of Saint Lucia receiving major awards for excellence in Tourism at the end of 2025 the Saint Lucia Bureau of Standards is not allowing the island to rest on its laurels. On the 19th of January to keep true to our plan to ramping up
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Understanding National Standards- How Labelling Standards Add Business Value The relevance of the work of the Saint Lucia Bureau of Standards in ensuring consumer protection, quality assurance, National & Regional Integration and economic development cannot be overlooked. The thought that Standards are unnecessary and cumbersome is trivial against not having them. An analysis of the
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Reaching Markets There is a remarkable tool that aids businesses in identifying and accessing new markets. If used currently businesses are able to branch regional and international markets if the product is quality and can provide for a niche market. What is this remarkable tool? Well, you do not need to look too far to
Looking Ahead-Standards for the Future As the Saint Lucia Bureau of Standards (SLBS) enters 2026, the organization reaffirms its commitment to supporting national development, consumer protection, and economic competitiveness through the development and adoption of relevant standards. This year, the Bureau will develop standards in emerging and high-impact sectors such as Artificial Intelligence, Information Technology,
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