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IoT certification requirements in Canada

ISED certification plus a Canadian safety listing, usually combined with the United States in one certification project.

3 certification records apply · last reviewed 2026-10-14

What to prepare

  • Select the correct RSS standard for the radio
  • Test and obtain a certification number from a recognised body
  • Apply the ISED label and bilingual user statements
  • Record the hardware and firmware version tested
  • Confirm which CSA or UL standards apply in each country
  • Choose a combined Canada and U.S. certification if possible
  • Keep the factory inspection programme current
  • Report changes to critical components

Frequently asked questions

Which certifications are mandatory to sell an IoT device in Canada?

ISED (ISED radio certification (Canada)), UL / ETL (North American safety listing). Each record lists the issuing body, what it covers and what it does not cover.

Are voluntary marks needed as well?

No voluntary schemes are catalogued for this market yet.

Where can I read the official requirement?

Every certification record links to the issuing body or the regulation text. Start from this page, open the record and follow its source links.

Does a certificate for a module cover the finished product?

No. A module certificate covers the module; the finished device usually needs its own approval or a documented module grant reference. Confirm with the issuing body or your test laboratory.