Canadian pesticide regulations
Expert guidance through PMRA’s evolving regulatory landscape
Canada’s pesticide regulatory framework is built on a foundation of science-based evaluation, public health protection, and environmental stewardship. At Sagentia Regulatory, we help you navigate this complex system with clarity and confidence, so you can bring your antimicrobial, biopesticide and conventional pesticide products to market efficiently and responsibly.
Understanding the Canadian pesticide regulatory landscape
The Pest Management Regulatory Agency (PMRA), a division of Health Canada, administers the Pest Control Products Act (PCPA) – the primary legislation governing pesticide registration and use in Canada. All pest control products must undergo a thorough risk assessment before approval, and are subject to regular re-evaluation to ensure they continue to meet current scientific and safety standards.
Under the PCPA, the following product categories are regulated:
- Antimicrobials – including preservatives, pool and spa products, devices and air or water sanitizers
- Biopesticides – including microbials and biochemicals
- Conventionals – including agricultural products such as fungicides, herbicides and insecticides
Each category has distinct data requirements and regulatory pathways, making early strategic planning essential for success.
Sagentia Regulatory can help you with pesticide registrations
Whether you’re registering a new product, maintaining an existing one, or responding to a re-evaluation, our regulatory specialists provide tailored support at every stage:
- Strategic planning aligned with Canadian regulatory pathways
- Preparation and submission of registrations and renewals in accordance with PMRA requirements
- Scientific justification and data gap analysis
- Support during stakeholder consultations
- Post-market compliance services, including incident reporting and label updates
- Preparation of data waivers
- Representation as a Canadian agent / regulatory contact for foreign companies
Why choose Sagentia Regulatory?
We collaborate closely with your internal teams to ensure your product strategy aligns with Canadian requirements – minimizing delays and maximizing compliance.
From established agrochemical companies to emerging innovators, organizations rely on Sagentia Regulatory for science-led, practical regulatory solutions that support successful market access in Canada.
Your Canadian pesticide regulatory experts
Led by Joe McCarthy, our Canadian team brings deep expertise and hands-on experience in navigating the PMRA’s regulatory process. From preparing applications for a wide range of pesticide products to managing communications throughout the review, our specialists are here to support you every step of the way.
