Centre for the Study of Living Standards

The Centre for the Study of Living Standards (CSLS) is an independent, non-profit economic research organization based in Ottawa, Canada. Founded in 1995, the Centre focuses on analyzing trends in productivity, living standards, and economic well-being to inform public policy. While not a traditional life sciences company, CSLS contributes to the healthcare sector through extensive research in health economics, including the measurement of health outcomes and the impact of health on national productivity. The organization is recognized for its data-driven reports and its development of the Index of Economic Well-being, which incorporates health-related variables. Its work serves as a resource for government agencies, academic researchers, and international organizations like the OECD.