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The guidance document concerning amendments to the Food and Drug Regulations for drugs for use in relation to COVID-19 indicates that the plain language labelling requirements for mock-up labels and a brand name assessment package do not apply (C.08.002(2)(j.1) and C.08.002(2)(o)). Although not required, sponsors are invited to provide a brand name assessment should one be available.

A product monograph is a factual, scientific document on a drug product. It does not contain promotional material. The monograph describes the properties, claims, indications and conditions of use for the drug. It also contains any other information that may be required for optimal, safe and effective use of the drug.

We are collaborating with other national regulatory authorities to align the requirements for evaluating, authorizing and post-market surveillance of variant COVID-19 vaccines as much as possible.

This document provides guidance to vaccine manufacturers seeking authorization for their vaccine that targets the SARS-CoV-2 virus. This guidance applies to applications under the interim order respecting the importation, sale and advertising of drugs for use in relation to COVID-19.

This document provides guidance on the standard for accepting a rolling submission and non-clinincal requirements for authorization.

This document provides guidance on establishment licensing, product quality and lot release to bring a COVID-19 vaccine to market in Canada.

Variant strains of SARS-CoV-2 are emerging that may affect the level of protection provided by currently authorized COVID-19 vaccines. As a result, manufacturers are adapting authorized COVID-19 vaccines to provide protection against infection and disease caused by virus variants.

This document provides guidance on developing the evidence and documentation needed to obtain an authorization and licensing for importing or selling a COVID-19 vaccine in Canada.

Canada has several systems in place to monitor the safety and effectiveness of vaccines starting in the early development stage and continuing for as long as the vaccines are in use. Get the facts. Visit Canada.ca/covid-vaccine to learn more.

COVID-19 vaccines must be manufactured under good manufacturing practices (GMP) conditions. These conditions must be in line with international requirements, which are outlined in the International Council for Harmonization Q7A guideline and applicable Health Canada guidance.