Guide
Class II, III or IV medical device: obtain the product licence before import or sale
Confirm class and manufacturer, assemble quality-system and required evidence, pay fees and track information requests.
Priority
An importer or distributor MDEL does not license the product. Every Class II to IV device must be licensed or expressly exempted.
Confirm the scope
Determine whether the product is a device, its class, identifiers, manufacturer and applicable family grouping.
Prepare the information
Choose a new, private-label or amendment application and confirm the required quality-system certificate.
Complete the process
Gather labels, intended use, safety and effectiveness evidence, standards and class-specific attestations.
Keep follow-up records
File with fees, answer deficiencies and do not import or sell before the licence is active.
New medical device licence application — Health Canada
Official sources are linked in the guide. Checked August 29, 2026; confirm current rules, forms and deadlines with the responsible authority.
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