medical device licensing Canada

18 Dec 2025

Health Canada Proposes Changes to Medical Device Establishment Licensing (MDEL): What Importers, Distributors, and Manufacturers Need to Know

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On November 8, 2025, Health Canada published proposed amendments to the medical device establishment licensing framework in the Canada Gazette, Part I. The consultation is open for stakeholder feedback until January 17, 2026. If you hold, or are planning to apply for, a Medical Device Establishment Licence (MDEL), these proposed changes…

What You Need to Know About Health Canada’s Medical Device Classifications and Licensing

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Whether you are an established medical device manufacturer or entering the Canadian market for the first time, determining the correct classification is the essential first step in licensing your product. An incorrect classification can lead to costly errors, regulatory delays, and extended time to market, ultimately resulting in lost revenue.…

Avoid Delays: How to Successfully License a Medical Device in Canada

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When entering the Canadian market, medical device manufacturers face a complex regulatory system designed to safeguard patient safety and public health. Central to this framework is the classification of devices into classes I to IV, based on risk. This walk-through explains how Health Canada’s regulatory environment works, outlines each device…