Canadian Institute for Non-Destructive Evaluation (CINDE)

What Canadian Institute for Non-Destructive Evaluation (CINDE) does

CINDE (Canadian Institute for Non-Destructive Evaluation) is Canada's dedicated NDT (Non-Destructive Testing) member society, established in 1976 and headquartered at 135 Fennell Ave. West, Hamilton, Ontario. The non-profit organization provides training and CGSB certification testing across core NDT methods including Radiography (RT), Ultrasonics (UT), Magnetic Particle (MT), Liquid Penetrant (PT), Eddy Current (ET), Visual Testing (VT), Phased Array Ultrasonic Testing (PAUT), and XRF. It also runs certification-aligned courses under CAN/CGSB-48.9712, ISO 9712, and SNT-TC-1A standards, serving NDT personnel and corporate employers operating in Oil and Gas, Aerospace, Construction, and Manufacturing sectors.

The organization's core technology and service platform consists of in-person classroom training at the Hamilton headquarters, partner-facility delivery (e.g., CWB Nisku for UT-PA), online/blended learning modules, on-site corporate training, and the CINDE Test Centre for certification examinations. Adjacent infrastructure includes the quarterly CINDE Journal for technical content publishing, the annual NDT in Canada Conference, regional chapters in Ontario, Quebec, and British Columbia (provisional), and a Career Zone job board. Notable recent technical offerings include the UT-PA Blended Learning course utilizing the Evident Omniscan X4 32:64 phased array platform. Internationally, CINDE is a member of the International Committee for Nondestructive Testing (ICNDT) and the Canadian Society for Training & Development (CSTD). Approximately 10 employees support the member-driven operation.

Revenue is generated through a diversified non-profit model: individual, corporate, and small business membership subscriptions; per-course training fees for certification, Level 3 preparation, prerequisite, and online courses (including CWB welding courses); certification examination fees at the Test Centre; advertising and insertion orders in the CINDE Journal; conference and chapter event registration fees; job board postings; and book sales. Pricing is generally not publicly disclosed, though a Government of Alberta Industry Skills Grant covers 100% of UT-PA course fees for up to 120 eligible Alberta residents. Customer-acquisition channels include cinde.ca website, LinkedIn group of 4,510+ members, Facebook page, RSS/email newsletter, conference and chapter events, and partnerships with CWB Group, Holloway NDT & Engineering, and NRCan.

Name

Canadian Institute for Non-Destructive Evaluation (CINDE)

Legal name

Canadian Institute for Non-destructive Evaluation

Website

https://cinde.ca

Company type

Private

Founded year

1976

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

CINDE is Canada's NDT member society providing non-destructive testing training and CGSB certification testing across methods including radiography, ultrasonics, and phased array. Headquartered in Hamilton, Ontario, the 50-year-old non-profit serves NDT professionals, corporate employers, and small businesses across oil and gas, aerospace, construction, and manufacturing sectors.

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Product category

Professional Training and Certification Services

NAICS

Technical and Trade Schools (6115), Exam Preparation and Tutoring (611691), Testing Laboratories and Services (54138)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200), Services-Testing Laboratories (8734)

akta.pro primary industry

Skilled Trades, Safety & Compliance Certification Prep (OSHA, HAZMAT, welding, electrical, HVAC) (EDANAIAM)

akta.pro secondary industry

Welding Inspection, QA/QC & NDT Prep Training (e.g., CWI) (EDAOADAF)

Keywords

• Non-destructive testing training
• NDT certification services
• Professional membership society
• NDT conference events
• Technical journal publications

Headquarters

HQ city

Hamilton

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Professional Membership: Individual, corporate, and small business membership tiers providing access to member services, discounts, job postings, and professional networking.
2. Training Courses: Certification courses, prerequisite courses, Level 3 preparation, online courses, workshops, and welding courses (CWB) generating course fee revenue.
3. Certification Testing: NDT certification examinations at Test Centre for various NDT methods under CGSB standards.
4. CINDE Journal: Quarterly publication with advertising insertion orders and media kit offerings.
5. Conference & Events: NDT in Canada conference, chapter events, charity golf tournaments with registration fees.
6. Job Postings & Books: Career Zone job board with position postings and book sales through Order Department.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

CINDE is Canada's NDT member society providing certification testing and training courses for non-destructive testing personnel across methods including Radiography (RT), Ultrasonics (UT), Magnetic Particle (MT), Liquid Penetrant (PT), Eddy Current (ET), Phased Array Ultrasonic Testing (PAUT), Visual Testing (VT), and XRF, aligned with CAN/CGSB-48.9712, ISO 9712, and SNT-TC-1A standards. Complementary offerings include professional membership tiers, the quarterly CINDE Journal, the annual NDT in Canada conference, regional chapter events, practice exams, refresher courses, and a Career Zone job board.

Product overview

CINDE operates as Canada's NDT member society providing a comprehensive portfolio of services centered on training, certification, and professional development for Non-Destructive Testing personnel. The core offerings include certification testing services under CAN/CGSB-48.9712, ISO 9712, and SNT-TC-1A standards, complemented by extensive training courses covering Radiography (RT), Ultrasonics (UT), Magnetic Particle (MT), Liquid Penetrant (PT), Eddy Current (ET), and Phased Array technologies. Additional services include the quarterly CINDE Journal for technical publishing, the annual NDT in Canada Conference, professional membership programs with regional chapters (Ontario, Quebec, British Columbia), practice exams, refresher courses, and a Career Zone job board. The organization also facilitates industry collaboration through partnerships with CWB Group and Holloway NDT & Engineering for specialized training programs.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• NDT in Canada Conference: Annual national conference organized by CINDE for the non-destructive testing community in Canada
• CINDE Journal

Quantifiable outcome

• Supports certification renewal through structured credits (100 points over 5 years)
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

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Feature3 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• CWB GroupcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026CWB Group partners with CINDE and Holloway NDT & Engineering Inc. to deliver comprehensive Ultrasonic Testing Phased Array (UT-PA) training course in Alberta through the Government of Alberta's Industry Skills Grant. CWB Group provides certification alignment and facility access for practical training at their Nisku, Alberta location.
• Holloway NDT & Engineering Inc.coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026Holloway NDT & Engineering Inc. partners with CINDE and CWB Group to deliver UT-PA Level 2 training. Paul Holloway is a recognized contributor to the CINDE Journal with multiple technical articles on phased array ultrasonic testing.
• Government of AlbertacoreOthers · 1 January 2026The Government of Alberta's Industry Skills Grant funds 100% of course fees for eligible UT-PA training participants, supporting up to 120 participants. The program is open to all Alberta residents including unemployed individuals, women, indigenous peoples, and youth.
• Natural Resources Canada (NRCan)coreOthersNRCan operates the National Non-Destructive Certification Body (NDTCB) that administers Canada's NDT certification program under CAN/CGSB-48.9712. CINDE provides training and testing services aligned with NRCan certification requirements.
• PANNDTminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPANNDT (Pacific Northwest NDT) is referenced alongside CINDE membership as an annual option for structured credits for certification renewal. PANNDT 2025 conference participation counts toward the 100 structured credits required for recertification.
• Canadian Society for Nondestructive Testing (CSNDT)minorOthersCINDE maintains a connection to CSNDT through shared leadership, including Stu deWalle who was a past president and contributor to the CSNDT Journal.
• International Committee for Nondestructive Testing (ICNDT)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerCINDE is a member of ICNDT, the international body promoting harmonization of NDT standards and certification globally.
• Canadian Society for Training & Development (CSTD)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerCINDE is a member of CSTD, Canada's professional association for training and development.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Market position

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/297023083473
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/canadian-institute-for-nde-cinde-

Compliance4 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles18 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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