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Medical devices in Canada cover health and medical instruments such as pacemakers, hip implants, artificial heart valves, thermometers, syringes, contraceptive devices, and medical laboratory diagnostic instruments.
Medical devices in Canada are classified into one of four classes. While Class I does not require any medical device license, Classes 2, 3, and 4 do. All classes of medical devices in Canada must be manufactured under Canadian medical device regulations. We can guide you through the MDEL listing, the MDEL licensing process, medical device regulations, and what an MDL costs.
Canada has one of the best regulatory systems in the world that make sure that medical devices sold in the country are safe, secure and effective. The Medical Device Regulations in Canada ensure that those companies that are engaged in manufacturing, labelling, packaging, and importing medical devices for sale are doing so in a compliant manner.
In Canada, medical devices are classified into three different classes: Class I, II, and III. Each class is based on the level of risk posed by the device; the higher the risk, the higher the class. Class I devices are generally low-risk products such as bandages or syringes and require minimal regulatory control. Class II devices generally involve a moderate amount of risk such as some imaging tools or automated intravenous systems and require a bit more regulation. Finally, class III devices pose the greatest amount of risk, such as implantable defibrillators or heart valves, and require very stringent review and monitoring.
A Medical Device Establishment License (MDEL) is required to manufacture, import, or distribute medical devices in Canada.
Any company failing to meet Health Canada’s medical device regulations or providing misleading statements in the application will have their establishment license suspended.
Quality Smart Solutions helps clients comply with the Canadian medical device regulations by providing solutions for licensing, regulatory review and label compliance. We offer customized solutions for firms to establish a renowned medical device manufacturing facility.
Our compliance officers ensure your medical devices meet the Medical Devices Regulations and a license is issued so that your device is listed on Health Canada’s public website.
Get assistance from experts for manufacturing, distributing and importing medical devices. We help you meet ISO 13485 or 13488 standards to acquire a medical device establishment license (MDEL).
Our experts can help you sell In Vitro Diagnostic (IVD) devices in Canada by providing assistance in registering and obtaining a Medical Device License (MDL) from Health Canada.
We ensure that all devices that are brought into Canada are compliant with all the necessary regulations.
Register your medical device software with Health Canada with the help of our experts. Our professionals can help you determine your device’s risk evaluation, inclusion and exclusion criteria.
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The medical device industry is highly regulated and for a good reason. Medical devices are used to diagnose, treat, and monitor patients, and as such, they must be safe and effective. Compliance with regulatory standards ensures that medical devices meet the necessary safety and quality requirements before they are released into the market. Observation also helps to protect patients, as well as the reputation of the medical device manufacturer.
Non-compliance with regulatory standards can result in severe consequences for medical device manufacturers. For example, a product recall due to non-compliance can be costly, damaging the company’s reputation and even leading to lawsuits. In addition, regulatory bodies can impose hefty fines on companies that fail to comply with their standards. It is, therefore, essential for medical device manufacturers to prioritize compliance in their operations.
1. Lack of resources: Compliance can be time-consuming and expensive, and small medical device manufacturers may need help allocating the resources required to ensure compliance.
2. Complexity of regulations: Regulatory standards can be complex, and medical device manufacturers must understand these standards well to meet them effectively.
3. Global regulations: Medical device manufacturers that operate in multiple countries must comply with the regulatory standards of each country, which can be challenging.
4. Rapidly changing regulations: Regulatory standards are subject to change, and medical device manufacturers must stay up-to-date with these changes to ensure continued compliance.
1. Perform a risk assessment: A risk assessment can help medical device manufacturers identify potential hazards associated with their products and develop strategies to mitigate those risks.
2. Document all processes: Medical device manufacturers must document all processes involved in designing, developing, and manufacturing their products. This documentation can help demonstrate compliance with regulatory standards.
3. Conduct testing and validation: Testing and validation are critical to ensuring that medical devices meet regulatory standards. This testing should be conducted throughout the product development process and include all product aspects.
4. Implement a quality management system: A quality management system can help medical device manufacturers consistently ensure that their products meet regulatory standards.
5. Engage with regulatory bodies: Medical device manufacturers can benefit from engaging with regulatory bodies like the FDA or EMA. These bodies can provide guidance and support on compliance matters.
1. Establish a culture of compliance: A culture of compliance should be established throughout the organization to ensure that all employees understand the importance of compliance.
2. Review processes and procedures regularly: They should be checked to ensure they meet regulatory standards.
3. Conduct internal audits: Internal audits can help to identify potential compliance issues before they become problems.
4. Stay up-to-date with regulatory changes: As discussed earlier, staying up-to-date with regulatory changes is critical to maintaining compliance.
Your medical device needs to be licensed prior to sale in Canada. Our team of experts can help license your Class II, III or IV medical device.
A Medical Device Establishment Licence (MDEL) is a licence issued to manufacturers of Class I medical devices as well as importers or distributors of all device classes. The MDEL permits businesses to import or distribute a medical device in Canada. An MDEL provides Health Canada assurance that medical devices sold or imported into Canada meet the safety requirements set out in the Medical Devices Regulations, and that procedures are in place to protect the public should a problem with a device be identified. The MDEL listing contains information about the licensed establishment including their company ID, licence number, company name, address, authorized activities and associated class of device(s).
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