News Summary

BookNet Canada has released the ONIX Codelist Issue 68, which includes several significant updates and changes. The codelist is crucial for professionals in the publishing industry, offering new codes and updates that reflect current industry standards and regulations. Notable additions include a new code for ‘image descriptions by’ to enhance accessibility, a code for ‘publisher’s or third party contact form’ in support of the EU’s General Product Safety Regulation, and a code for ‘EUDR stock present attestation’ to comply with the European Union Deforestation Regulation. Additionally, the codelist now includes a code for the Nsyilxcən language, expanding its support for indigenous languages in Canada. A new carbon/GHG emissions certification scheme has also been added, linked to the Sustainable Publishing Tools developed with support from the Canada Council for the Arts. These updates are essential for publishers and data senders who need to comply with international regulations and support sustainable practices.