DiAC is the Dental Industry Association of Canada. We provide the industry with networking, regulatory information, collaboration, education, industry data, and government advocacy. We are the unified voice of industry, supporting our members and providing professional leadership in our community. Member Benefits Members enjoy exclusive access to a wide range of benefits, services, and resources: networking & collaboration, education, professional resources, industry information, government advocacy, regulatory affairs, and industry support. |
July 21, 2022 - NEW Bulletin from Health Canada Health Canada is modernizing and transforming the Medical Devices Compliance Program MDEL Bulletin July 21, 2022, from the Medical Devices Compliance Program Health Canada is modernizing and transforming the MDC program to keep pace with scientific, market and supply chain developments. The COVID-19 pandemic has also driven change as a result of significant challenges, including:
The program is modernizing and transforming its operations in 4 main areas:
The program continues to explore new initiatives to benefit the public and industry, including:
Current and future initiatives will result in:
Remember to visit the Regulatory Bulletins, Consultations & Updates page on our website frequently for important updates from Health Canada and other Regulatory Authorities |
At the AGM on May 4, 2022, DIAC President Henry Doyle presented an update on the activities and accomplishments of the Association over the past year Click below to watch the Zoom recording: Click below to review the slide deck: |
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Exclusive DiAC Member Resources
Medical Devices Compliance Links from Health Canada Subsequent to our recent Health Canada DIAC Member Forum, one of our esteemed presenters shared a number of resources discussed during the sessions. Chad Sheehy, Director of the Medical Devices Compliance Program in the Regulatory Operations & Enforcement Branch (ROEB) at Health Canada provided convenient links to some commonly raised questions and concerns. |
| New Content on the Regulatory Bulletins, Consultations & Updates page: Single-use Plastics Regulations July 25, 2022 - The Government of Canada published Consultation paper: a proposed federal plastics registry for producers of plastic products The Government of Canada has committed to supporting provincial and territorial extended producer responsibility (EPR) efforts by establishing a federal plastics registry. The purpose of this consultation paper is to seek stakeholder input as the Government develops this registry.July 25, 2022 - The Government of Canada published Consultation paper: Towards Canada-wide rules to strengthen recycling and composting of plastics through accurate labelling The Government of Canada has committed to introducing labelling rules that prohibit the use of the chasing-arrows symbol on plastic products unless 80 per cent of Canada’s recycling facilities accept, and have reliable end markets for, these products. In addition, the Department is seeking to address inaccurate biodegradability, degradability, and compostability claims for plastic products. This consultation paper is the first opportunity for stakeholders to provide input on how this commitment could be met. |
Welcome to our Newest DiAC Member! |
Robertson Human Assets Management provides Executive Search and Recruitment Services for the Medical Device and Dental Industries | The company was founded in 2000 by Linda Robertson, President who had first hand experience working in corporations that lacked the processes, programs, tools and partners to support, train and retain their key contributors or recruit top talent. For the past 20 years, Linda and her team have successfully and consistently placed high performing sales and management professionals into growing companies while providing B2B consulting solutions and services to assist companies with revenue generation. Linda also personally delivers coaching to individuals and management teams that is uniquely designed to identify existing opportunities for growth and expansion. Robertson's unique approach to business helps their clients ensure they have the right staff, systems and processes to succeed. Welcome Robertson! |
