Markham Receives Platinum-Level WCCD ISO 37120 Certification for Seventh Consecutive Year

MARKHAM, ON – December 22, 2025 – The City of Markham has received ISO 37120 Platinum-level certification from the World Council on City Data (WCCD) for the seventh consecutive year.

The certification underscores Markham's position as a global and Canadian leader in data-driven decision-making. Markham became a member of the WCCD in 2019 and is now part of a worldwide network comprising more than 125 cities across 40 different countries. The certification was presented during Council Session, where Dr. Patricia McCarney, the President and CEO of the WCCD, personally presented the certificate to Mayor Frank Scarpitti.

"Receiving Platinum-level certification for the seventh consecutive year solidifies Markham’s leadership among more than 125 cities worldwide committed to data-driven governance,” said Markham Mayor Frank Scarpitti. “Being part of this global network enables us to showcase our high standards for transparency, innovation, and sustainable city-building."

“The City of Markham has made significant strides in collecting and leveraging data to enhance the services we provide and make meaningful investments that improve quality of life,” said Markham CAO Andy Taylor. “The data enables us to track progress over time, benchmark against leading global cities, and make informed decisions that directly support the City’s Strategic Plan, Building Markham’s Future Together.”
 

"This Platinum certification is a testament to the culture of robust, data-driven decision-making in Markham, championed by Mayor Scarpitti, CAO Andy Taylor, and the exceptional City staff. It has been a pleasure collaborating with you during this certification, and I look forward to our continued partnership,” said Dr. Patricia McCarney, President and CEO of the WCCD.
 

The Platinum certification of Markham underscores the City’s transparency, accountability, and dedication to sustainable development. It serves as recognition for the City’s ongoing endeavours to foster a vibrant and inclusive community for its residents and an enhanced quality of life. 

From Left to Right: Ward 3 Councillor Reid McAlpine; Ward 4 Councillor Karen Rea; Ward 1 Councillor Keith Irish, Deputy Mayor Michael Chan; Dr. Patricia McCarney, President and CEO of the WCCD; Markham CAO Andy Taylor; Mayor Frank Scarpitti; Regional Councillor Jim Jones; Regional Councillor Joe Li; Ward 5 Councillor Andrew Keyes; Ward 6 Councillor Amanda Yeung-Collucci; Ward 7 Councillor Nimisha Patel.
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Markham Mayor Frank Scarpitti's Office:
mayorscarpitti@markham.ca

All other media inquiries / interview requests for the City of Markham:  
media@markham.ca

Media inquiries for the World Council on City Data (WCCD):  
patricia.mccarney@globalcities.ca 

About Markham: Markham, an award-winning municipality with over 370,000 residents and the largest of nine communities in York Region, is home to over 650 corporate head offices and more than 1,500 high tech and life science companies. Markham is a leader in attracting foreign direct investment with more than 234 foreign companies located in the City. Founded in the 1790s, today Markham is Canada’s most diverse community and enjoys a rich heritage, outstanding community planning and services, and a vibrant local economy.

About the World Council on City Data (WCCD): Established in Canada in 2014, the World Council on City Data (WCCD) is committed to helping cities and communities of all sizes globally embrace ISO standardized, independently verified, and globally comparable city data. The organization facilitates data-driven decision-making processes in management, planning, and investment, enabling cities to become more sustainable, safe, resilient, prosperous, inclusive, and smart.

The WCCD team of professionals spearheaded the development and implementation of three international standards on city data, which have been published by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) in Geneva.  These standards, referred to as the WCCD ISO 37120 Series on City Data, encompass ISO 37120 (Indicators for Sustainable Cities), ISO 37122 (Indicators for Smart Cities), and ISO 37123 (Indicators for Resilient Cities).

Since its inception, the WCCD has been expanding its global network of cities dedicated to high-caliber data. The WCCD collaborates with more than 125 cities across 40 different countries. 

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