ISED Standard Radio System Plan, SRSP-306.4, issue 7, Technical Requirements for Fixed Line-of-Sight Radio Systems Operating in the Band 6425-6930 MHz

The Department of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada is seeking comments on the consultation of SRSP-306.4, Issue 7, “Technical Requirements for Fixed Line-of-Sight Radio Systems Operating in the Band 6425-6930 MHz”. This standard sets out the minimum technical requirements for the efficient use of the band 6425-6930 MHz by point-to-point radio systems in the fixed service.

ISED Radio Standards Specification, RSS-248, issue 3, June 2024 – Radio Local Area Network (RLAN) Devices Operating in the 5925-7125 MHz Band

The Department of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada is seeking comments on the consultation of RSS-248, issue 3, “Radio Local Area Network (RLAN) Devices Operating in the 5925-7125 MHz Band”. This standard sets out the power limits and operational requirements for a new equipment class called “very low-power devices”.

ISED Client Procedures Circular, CPC-4-1-01, issue 2,– Application Procedures for White Space Database Administrators (WSDBAs)

The Department of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada is seeking comments on the consultation of CPC-4-1-01, issue 2, “Application Procedures for White Space Database Administrators (WSDBAs)”. This document outlines procedures to be followed by applicants who wish to be considered for designation by ISED to become white space database administrators (WSDBAs)

ISED Database Specification, DBS-01, issue 4,– White Space Databases (WSDB)

The Department of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada is seeking comments on the consultation of DBS-01, issue 4, “White Space Databases (WSDB)”. This document sets out the technical requirements for the designation of a database capable of identifying available channels for use by white space devices (WSDs) in the white space frequency bands (54-72 MHz, 76-88 MHz, 174-216 MHz, 470-608 MHz and 657-663 MHz).

ISED Radio Standards Specification, RSS-222, issue 4,– White Space Devices (WSDs)

The Department of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada is seeking comments on the consultation of RSS-222, issue 4, “White Space Devices (WSDs)”. This standard sets out the certification requirements for license-exempt, radio apparatus operating in the frequency bands 54-72 MHz, 76-88 MHz, 174-216 MHz, 470-608 MHz and 657-663 MHz, known as white space devices (WSDs).

ISED Radio Standard Specification, RSS-216, issue 3 (April 2024 draft) – Wireless power transfer devices.

The Department of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada is seeking comments on the following consultation: RSS-216, issue 3, “Wireless power transfer devices”. This standard sets out the requirements applicable to wireless power transfer devices, including sources (transmitters) and clients (receivers). Changes from issue 2 include: increased maximum separation distance; included limits in RSS-216 instead of referring to ICES-001, plus limits above 1 GHz; adoption of ANSI C63.30-2021; other clarifications and general editorial updates.

ISED Standard Radio System Plan, SRSP-500, issue 2 (draft), Technical Requirements for Land Mobile and Fixed Radio Services Operating in the Bands 138-144 MHz and 148-174 MHz

The Department of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada is seeking comments on the consultation of SRSP-500, issue 2 (draft), “Technical Requirements for Land Mobile and Fixed Radio Services Operating in the Bands 138-144 MHz and 148-174 MHz”.
SRSP-500 issue 2 sets forth the minimum technical requirements for the purpose of efficient spectrum utilization for land mobile and fixed point-to-point systems operating in the Very High Frequency (VHF) bands 138-144 and 148-174 MHz.

ISED Standard Radio System plan, SRSP-510, issue 6, Technical Requirements for Personal Communications Services in the Bands 1850-1915 MHz and 1930 1995 MHz

The Department of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada is seeking comments on the consultation of SRSP-510, issue 6, “Technical Requirements for Personal Communications Services in the Bands 1850-1915 MHz and 1930-1995 MHz”. This Standard Radio System Plan (SRSP) sets out the minimum technical requirements for the efficient use of the bands 1850-1915 MHz and 1930-1995 MHz by personal communications services (PCS).

ISED Radio Standards Specification, RSS-133, issue 7, Personal Communications Service Equipment Operating in the Bands 1850-1915 MHz and 1930-1995 MHz

The Department of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada is seeking comments on the consultation of RSS-133, issue 7, “Personal Communications Service Equipment Operating in the Bands 1850-1915 MHz and 1930-1995 MHz”. This standard sets out the requirements for certification for Personal Communications Service (PCS) equipment operating in the bands 1850-1915 MHz and 1930-1995 MHz.

ISED Standard Radio System Plan, SRSP-506, issue 3 (draft), Technical Requirements for Land Mobile and Fixed Radio Services, Including Broadband Systems, Operating in the Bands 896-901 MHz and 935-940 MHz

The Department of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada is seeking comments on the consultation of SRSP-506, issue 3 (draft), “Technical Requirements for Land Mobile and Fixed Radio Services, Including Broadband Systems, Operating in the Bands 896-901 MHz and 935-940 MHz”. SRSP-506 issue 3 sets forth the minimum technical requirements for the purpose of efficient spectrum utilization for land mobile and fixed point-to-point systems (narrowband systems), operating in the bands 896-901MHz and 935-940 MHz, as well as broadband systems in rural and remote areas in the bands 897.5-900.5 MHz and 936.5-939.5 MHz.

ISED Radio Standards Specification, RSS-295, issue 1, Licence-Exempt Radio Apparatus Operating in the Frequency Bands 116-123 GHz, 174.8-182 GHz, 185-190 GHz and 244-246 GHz

The Department of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada is seeking comments on the consultation of RSS-295, issue 1, “Licence-Exempt Radio Apparatus Operating in the Frequency Bands 116-123 GHz, 174.8-182 GHz, 185-190 GHz and 244-246 GHz”. This standard sets out the requirements for certification for license-exempt devices operating in the frequency bands 116-123 GHz, 174.8-182 GHz, 185-190 GHz and 244-246 GHz.

REC-LAB, Issue 8, December 2023 – Procedure for the Recognition of Testing Laboratories to Test/Assess to Canadian requirements; and Testing laboratory technical assessment checklist (Issue 2)

The Department of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada is seeking comments on the following consultations:
1) REC-LAB, issue 8, “Procedure for the Recognition of Testing Laboratories to Test/Assess to Canadian requirements” specifies the criteria and procedure for the recognition by Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada’s (ISED) of testing laboratories, either Canadian or foreign, to test/assess to Canadian requirements for telecommunications terminal equipment, radio apparatus and broadcasting equipment standards.
2) Testing laboratory technical assessment checklist (Issue 2) specifies items to be evaluated during the assessment of test laboratories by a recognized accreditation body.

REC-CB, Issue 2, December 2023 – Recognition Procedure and Requirements for Certification Bodies

The Department of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada is seeking comments on the following consultation: REC-CB, issue 2, “Recognition Procedure and Requirements for Certification Bodies” specifies the recognition criteria and procedures used by Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada’s (ISED) in the recognition of Canadian and foreign entities as certification bodies (CBs), under the terms of Mutual Recognition Agreements/Arrangements (MRAs) or any other equivalent agreement or arrangement, to certify products to Canadian regulatory requirements.

ISED Radio Standards Specification, RSS-287, issue 3, November 2023 – Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacons (EPIRB), Emergency Locator Transmitters (ELT), Personal Locator Beacons (PLB), and Maritime Survivor Locator Devices (MSLD)

The Department of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada is seeking comments on the consultation of RSS-287, issue 3, November 2023 – “Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacons (EPIRB), Emergency Locator Transmitters (ELT), Personal Locator Beacons (PLB), and Maritime Survivor Locator Devices (MSLD)”.

BPR-3 issue 7 (draft) – Application Procedures and Rules for FM Broadcasting Undertakings

The Department of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada is seeking comments on the following broadcasting standard: BPR-3 issue 7 (draft) – “Application Procedures and Rules for FM Broadcasting Undertakings.”

BPR-3, issue 7, sets forth specific requirements applicable to FM transmitters in the 88 – 108 MHz band. BPR-3 prescribes the required information for filing broadcasting certificate applications and specifies the technical standards and requirements as well as operational terms and conditions applicable to analog and digital FM broadcasting undertakings.

ISED Standard Radio System Plan SRSP-303.65, Technical Requirements for Wireless Broadband Services (WBS) in the Band 3650-3700 MHz

The Department of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada is seeking comments on the consultation of SRSP-303.5 Issue 3. This new issue of SRSP-303.65 reflects decisions specified in SLPB-002-21, Decision on the Technical and Policy Framework for the 3650-4200 MHz Band and Changes to the Frequency Allocation of the 3500-3650 MHz Band. In particular, revisions reflect the moratorium in place on issuing new licences for wireless broadband services (WBS) and/or deployment of new stations in the frequency band 3650-3700 MHz in certain areas, and the coexistence measures between WBS and other services. These changes can be found in sections 2 and 6 of the SRSP. The remainder of the SRSP remains mostly unchanged.

ISED Standard Radio System Plan SRSP-521, Technical Requirements for Non-Competitive Local Licensed Services, including Fixed and/or Mobile Systems, and Flexible Use Broadband Systems, in the Band 3900 – 3980 MHz.

The Department of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada is seeking comments on the consultation of SRSP-521 issue 1.  This standard specifies the technical requirements for the efficient use of the band 3900-3980 MHz for non-competitive local licensed services and applies to fixed and mobile systems, including flexible use broadband systems, operating in the band.

ISED Interference-Causing Equipment Standard, ICES-Gen, issue 2, July 2023 – General requirements for compliance of interference-causing equipment.

The Department of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada is seeking comments on the following consultation: ICES-Gen, issue 2, “General requirements for compliance of interference-causing equipment”. This standard sets out the general requirements applicable to interference-causing equipment. Changes from issue 1 include new and revised definitions; new calibration requirements; clarifications on requirements applicable to host equipment, accessories, user manual, and labelling; and a simplified ISED label.

ISED Radio Standards Specification, RSS-252, issue 2, May 2023 – Intelligent Transportation Systems’ (ITS) On-Board Units (OBUs) in the 5895 – 5925 MHz Band

RABC will be reviewing proposed updates to the Radio Standards Specification, RSS-252, dealing with Cellular Vehicle-to-Everything (C-V2X) – The use of cellular radio techniques defined by the 3rd Generation Partnership Program (3GPP) to transfer data between roadside and mobile units, between mobile units, and between portable and mobile units to perform operations related to the improvement of traffic flow, traffic safety, and other intelligent transportation service applications in a variety of environments. C-V2X systems may also transmit status and instructional messages related to the units involved. RSS-252 will establish the technical parameters for the use of C-V2X in Canada.

ISED Radio Standards Specification, RSS-198, issue 1, May 2023 – Flexible Use Broadband Equipment Operating in the Band 3900-3980 MHz

The Department of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada is seeking comments on the consultation of RSS-198 issue 1, “Flexible Use Broadband Equipment Operating in the Band 3900-3980 MHz”. This standard sets out the requirements for equipment certification of flexible use equipment used in fixed and/or mobile services operating in the band 3900-3980 MHz.

Consultation on SRSP-520, issue 3 and RSS-192, issue 5

ISED issued a technical consultation on the Standard Radio System Plan SRSP-520, issue 3, Technical Requirements for Fixed and/or Mobile Systems, Including Flexible Use Broadband Systems, in the Band 3450-3900 MHz (the SRSP) and the Radio Standards Specification RSS-192, issue 5, Flexible Use Broadband Equipment Operating in the Band 3450-3900 MHz (the RSS).

SRSP-300-GEN- issue 1 – “General Technical Requirements for Fixed Point-to-Point Radio Systems Operating in Frequency Bands above 960 MHz”

The Department of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada is seeking comments on the following technical standard: SRSP-300-GEN- issue 1 – “General Technical Requirements for Fixed Point-to-Point Radio Systems Operating in Frequency Bands above 960 MHz”, which sets out general technical requirements for the efficient use of the frequency bands above 960 MHz by point-to-point radio systems in the fixed service which are licenced in accordance with the current issue of Radio Standards Procedure RSP-113, Application Procedures for Planned Radio Stations Above 960 MHz in the Fixed Service.

Guidelines for the Preparation of Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Compliance Reports for Radiocommunication and Broadcasting Antenna Systems (GL-08)

The Department of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada is seeking comments on the following consultation: GL-08 — Guidelines for the Preparation of Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Compliance Reports for Radiocommunication and Broadcasting Antenna Systems. This document provides guidelines and establishes minimum parameters required to be included in radio frequency (RF) exposure compliance reports prepared by proponents and operators of all radiocommunication and broadcasting antenna installations.

ISED is seeking comments from the RABC and PNTB on proposed amendments to update Client Procedures Circular (CPC) 2-5-01, currently titled Licensing Procedure for Global Positioning System (GPS) Active Repeater Stations

ISED is seeking comments from the RABC and PNTB on proposed amendments to update Client Procedures Circular (CPC) 2-5-01, currently titled Licensing Procedure for Global Positioning System (GPS) Active Repeater Stations. We would appreciate receiving comments by October 12, 2022 (70 days).

SPB-001-22 – Consultation on a Policy and Licensing Framework for Spectrum in the 26, 28 and 38 GHz Bands

Through the release of this document, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED), on behalf of the Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry (the Minister), is initiating a consultation on a policy and licensing framework for the auction of millimetre wave (mmWave) spectrum licences in the bands 26.5-27.5 GHz (referred to as the 26 GHz band), 27.5-28.35 GHz (referred to as the 28 GHz band), and 37.6-40.0 GHz (referred to as the 38 GHz band) (collectively referred to as the mmWave bands) as announced in Canada Gazette notice SPB-001-22.

ISED Radio Standards Specifications, RSS-131, issue 4, June 2022 (Draft) – Zone Enhancers

The Department of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada is seeking comments on the following consultation: RSS-131, issue 4, “Zone Enhancers” , which sets out the certification requirements for zone enhancers, including Distributed Antenna Systems (DASs) and External Radio Frequency Power Amplifiers (ERFPAs) used in conjunction with licensed radio equipment in certain radio services.

ISED Application Procedures, CPC-4-1-01, issue 2, May 2022 (Draft) – Application Procedures for Dynamic Spectrum Access System Administrators (DSASAs)

The Department of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada is seeking comments on the following consultation: CPC-4-1-01, issue 2, “Application Procedures for Dynamic Spectrum Access System Administrators (DSASAs)” which outlines procedures to be followed by applicants who wish to be considered for designation by ISED to become white space database administrators (WSDBAs) or automated frequency coordination system administrators (AFCSAs), collectively referred to herein as dynamic spectrum access system administrators (DSASAs).

ISED Database Specifications, DBS-06, issue 1, May 2022 (Draft) – Automated Frequency Coordination (AFC) System Specifications for the 6 GHz (5925-6875 MHz) Frequency Band

The Department of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada is seeking comments on the following consultation: DBS-06, issue 1, “Automated Frequency Coordination (AFC) System Specifications for the 6 GHz (5925-6875 MHz) Frequency Band” which sets out the technical requirements for the designation of an Automated Frequency Coordination System Administrator (AFCSA) and for the operation of an AFC system capable of identifying available frequencies and associated maximum power levels for use by standard-power RLAN devices operating in the 6 GHz (5925-6875 MHz) frequency band.

ISED Radio Standards Specifications, RSS-248, issue 2, May 2022 (Draft) – Radio Local Area Network (RLAN) Devices in the 5925-7125 MHz band

The Department of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada is seeking comments on the following consultation: RSS-248, issue 2, “Radio Local Area Network (RLAN) Devices in the 5925-7125 MHz band” which sets out the certification requirements for licence-exempt standard-power RLAN devices operating in the frequency band 5 925-6 875 MHz.

SMSE-005-22 – Consultation on the Technical and Policy Framework for the Frequency Bands Above 95 GHz

Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED), on behalf of the Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry (the Minister), is hereby initiating a consultation on the policy and technical framework for more than 21 GHz of spectrum for licence-exempt use between 95 GHz and 275 GHz (known as above 95 GHz), more specifically in the 116-122.25 GHz, 122.25-123 GHz, 174.8-182 GHz, 185-190 GHz and 244-246 GHz bands.

SMSE-004-22 – Consultation on the Technical and Policy Framework for Radio Local Area Network Devices in the 5850-5895 MHz Frequency Band and for Intelligent Transportation Systems in the 5895-5925 MHz Frequency Band

Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED), on behalf of the Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry (the Minister), is hereby initiating a consultation on the technical and policy framework for Radio Local Area Network (RLAN) devices in the 5850-5895 MHz frequency band and for Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) in the 5895-5925 MHz frequency band (collectively referred to as the 5.9 GHz band)

ISED Supplementary Procedure to Radio Standards Specification, RSS-102, SPR-APD, Issue 1 – Supplementary Procedure for Assessing Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) and Absorbed Power Density (APD) Compliance of Portable Devices in the 6 GHz Band (5925-7125 MHz)

The Department of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada is seeking comments on the following consultation: RSS-102 SPR-APD, issue 1, “Supplementary Procedure for Assessing Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) and Absorbed Power Density (APD) Compliance of Portable Devices in the 6 GHz Band (5925-7125 MHz)”.

Proposed Changes to CPC-2-1-23 Annex B

ISED proposes to make a series of modifications to the list of mandatory site data elements listed in Annex B of CPC-2-1-23 – Licensing Procedure for Spectrum Licences for Terrestrial Services. These changes are intended to ensure that the data collected remains relevant, and reflects both current and emerging trends in radiocommunication installation site technologies.

Draft Notice 2021-DRS0005 – Interim exemption limit for routine localized power density evaluations of transmitters operating in the 6 – 30 GHz frequency range

The Department of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada is seeking comments on the following:
Draft Notice: 2021-DRS0005 which introduces an interim exemption limit for routine localized power density evaluations of transmitters operating in the 6 – 30 GHz frequency range. http://www.ic.gc.ca/eic/site/ceb-bhst.nsf/eng/tt00161.html

GL-01, Issue 4 – Guidelines for the Measurement of Radio Frequency Fields at Frequencies From 3 kHz to 300 GHz

This guideline describes the measurement procedures for different types of radiocommunication and broadcasting installations when verifying compliance with the “uncontrolled environment” requirements (including limits, access control, etc.) as set out in Health Canada’s Limits of Human Exposure to Radiofrequency Electromagnetic Energy in the Frequency Range from 3 kHz to 300 GHz – commonly known as Safety Code 6. These measurement procedures were developed in consultation with Health Canada.

ISED Radio Standard Specifications, RSS-222, issue 3, February 2021 (Draft)–White Space Devices (WSDs).

The Department of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada is seeking comments on the following consultation: RSS-222, issue 3, “White Space Devices (WSDs)”. This standard sets out the certification requirements for licence-exempt, radio apparatus operating in the frequency bands 54-72 MHz, 76-88 MHz, 174-216 MHz, 470-608 MHz and 657-663 MHz, known as white space devices (WSDs)

ISED White Space Database Specification, DBS-01, issue 3, February 2021 (Draft)–White Space Database Specifications.

The Department of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada is seeking comments on the following consultation: DBS-01, issue 3, “White Space Database Specifications”. This standard sets out the technical requirements for the designation of a database capable of identifying available channels for use by white space devices (WSDs) in the white space frequency bands (54-72 MHz, 76-88 MHz, 174-216 MHz, 470-608 MHz and 657-663 MHz).

ISED Supplementary Procedure to Radio Standards Specification, RSS-102, SPR-004, Issue 1, December 15, 2020 – Time-Averaged Specific Absorption Rate (TAS) Assessment Procedures for Wireless Devices Operating in the 4 MHz – 6 GHz Frequency Band

The Department of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada is seeking comments on the following CONSULTATION: RSS-102 SPR-004, issue 1, “Time-Averaged Specific Absorption Rate (TAS) Assessment Procedures for Wireless Devices Operating in the 4 MHz – 6 GHz Frequency Band”. This Supplementary Procedure to Radio Standards Specification (SPR) sets out the general test methods to be followed when carrying out an RF exposure compliance assessment of wireless devices implementing device-based time averaging methods for the management and/or mitigation of Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) in the 4 MHz – 6 GHz frequency band.

ISED Radio Standards Specification, RSS-182, issue 6, November 2020 – Maritime Radio Equipment Operating in the Band 156-162.5 MHz

The Department of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada is seeking comments on the following consultation: RSS-182, issue 6, “Maritime Radio Equipment Operating in the Band 156-162.5 MHz”. This Radio Standards Specification (RSS) sets out the requirements for certification of radio equipment used for maritime service in the band 156-162.5 MHz, including Automatic Identification System – Search and Rescue Transponders (AIS-SART) operating on AIS-1 and AIS-2.

REC-LAB, issue 7, November 2020 – Procedure for the Recognition of Testing Laboratories to Canadian requirements; and Testing laboratory technical assessment checklist

The Department of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada is seeking comments on the following consultations:

1) REC-LAB, issue 7, “Procedure for the Recognition of Testing Laboratories to Canadian requirements” specifies the criteria and procedure for the recognition by Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada’s (ISED) of testing laboratories, either Canadian or foreign, to test/assess to Canadian requirements for telecommunications terminal equipment, radio apparatus and broadcasting equipment standards.

2) Testing laboratory technical assessment checklist specifies items to be evaluated during the assessment of test laboratories by a recognized accreditation body.

CS-03, Part V, issue 9, amendment 3, November 2020 – Requirements and Test Methods for Magnetic Output From Handset Telephones for Hearing Aid Coupling and for Receive Volume Control

The Department of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada is seeking comments on the following consultation: CS-03, Part V, issue 9, amendment 3, “Requirements and Test Methods for Magnetic Output From Handset Telephones for Hearing Aid Coupling and for Receive Volume Control” specifies the compliance requirements for hearing aid compatibility (HAC) and volume control features for handset telephones.

DC-01, issue 7, November 2020 – Procedure for the Declaration of Conformity and Registration of Terminal Equipment

The Department of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada is seeking comments on the following consultation: DC-01, issue 7, “Procedure for the Declaration of Conformity and Registration of Terminal Equipment” specifies the procedure that suppliers of telecommunications terminal equipment must follow to declare its conformity with applicable technical specifications and sets out the requirements for registering terminal products.

REC-CB, issue 1, November 2020 – Recognition Procedure and Requirements for Certification Bodies

The Department of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada is seeking comments on the following consultation: REC-CB, issue 1, “Recognition Procedure and Requirements for Certification Bodies” specifies the recognition criteria and procedures used by Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada’s (ISED) in the recognition of Canadian and foreign entities as certification bodies (CBs), under the terms of Mutual Recognition Agreements/Arrangements (MRAs) or any other equivalent agreement or arrangement, to certify products to Canadian regulatory requirements.

DES-LAB, issue 8, November 2020 – Procedure for the Designation of Canadian Testing Laboratories

The Department of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada is seeking comments on the following consultation: DES-LAB, issue 8, “Procedure for the Designation of Canadian Testing Laboratories” specifies the procedure applicable to Canadian testing laboratories for Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada’s (ISED) designation to test telecommunications equipment, information technology equipment and ratio apparatus, as applicable under the terms of the relevant Mutual Recognition Agreements/Arrangements (MRAs), to the requirements of foreign regulatory authorities.

ISED Radio Standards Procedure, RSP-102, issue 1, August 2020 (Draft)– Special Authorization Procedure for Terminal, Radio, Broadcasting and Interference-Causing Equipment to be Certified, Registered or Deemed in Compliance with Technical Equipment Standard(s)

The Department of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada is seeking comments on the following CONSULTATION: RSP-102, issue 1, “Special Authorization Procedure for Terminal, Radio, Broadcasting and Interference-Causing Equipment to be Certified, Registered or Deemed in Compliance with Technical Equipment Standard(s)” o outlines Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada’s (ISED) procedure for assessing a special authorization request to allow terminal, radio, broadcasting or interference-causing equipment to deviate from specific requirement(s) of ISED’s technical equipment standard(s).

ISED Interference-Causing Equipment Standard, ICES-003, issue 7, April 2020 – Information Technology Equipment (including Digital Apparatus)

The Department of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada is seeking comments on the following CONSULTATION: ICES-003, issue 7, “Information Technology Equipment (including Digital Apparatus)” sets the minimum requirements applicable to information technology equipment (ITE), including digital apparatus. These requirements include limits for and methods of measurement of radiated and conducted radio frequency emissions produced by ITE equipment, as well as administrative requirements applicable to such equipment.

ISED Interference-Causing Equipment Standard, ICES-002, issue 7, January 2020 – Vehicles, Boats and Other Devices Equipped with Internal Combustion Engines, Traction Batteries or Both

The Department of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada is seeking comments on the following: ICES-002, issue 7, “Vehicles, Boats and Other Devices Equipped with Internal Combustion Engines, Traction Batteries or Both” sets out limits and methods of measurement of radio frequency emissions, as well as administrative requirements.

ISED Interference-Causing Equipment Standard, ICES-001, issue 5, January 2020 – Industrial, Scientific and Medical (ISM) Equipment

The Department of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada is seeking comments on the following CONSULTATION: ICES-001, issue 5, “Industrial, Scientific and Medical (ISM) Equipment” sets the minimum requirements applicable to industrial, scientific and medical (ISM) equipment. These requirements include limits for and methods of measurement of radiated and conducted radio frequency emissions produced by ISM equipment, as well as administrative requirements applicable to such equipment.

ISED Radio Standards Specification, RSS-125, issue 3, January 2020 – Land Mobile and Fixed Equipment Operating in the Frequency Range 1.705 to 30 MHz

The Department of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada is seeking comments on the consultation of RSS-125, issue 3, “Land Mobile and Fixed Equipment Operating in the Frequency Range 1.705 to 30 MHz”. sets out the certification requirements for licensed radio apparatus operating in the land mobile and fixed services allocated within the 1.705 MHz to 30 MHz frequency band.

ISED Standard Radio System Plan, SRSP-520, issue 1, December 2019 – Technical Requirements for Flexible Use Broadband Systems in the Band 3450-3650 MHz

The Department of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada is seeking comments on the consultation of SRSP-520, issue 1, “Technical Requirements for Flexible Use Broadband Systems in the Band 3450-3650 MHz”. This Standard Radio System Plan (SRSP) sets out the minimum technical requirements for the efficient use of the band 3450-3650 MHz by flexible use (mobile and fixed) broadband systems.

ISED Radio Standards Specification, RSS-192, issue 4, December 2019 – Flexible Use Broadband Equipment Operating in the Band 3450-3650 MHz

The Department of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada is seeking comments on the consultation of RSS-192, issue 4, “Equipment Operating in the Flexible Use Service in the Band 3450-3650 MHz”. This standard sets out the requirements for equipment certification of flexible use equipment used in fixed and/or mobile services operating in the band 3450-3650 MHz.

ISED Supplementary Procedure SPR-003 Issue 1, Supplementary Procedure for Assessing Radio Frequency Exposure Compliance of Portable Devices Operating in the 60 GHz frequency band (57 GHz – 71 GHz)

The Department of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada is seeking comments on the following consultation:

SPR-003, Issue 1 for Radio Standards Specification RSS-102 sets out the general test methods to be followed when carrying out an RF exposure compliance assessment of portable devices operating in the 60 GHz frequency band (57 GHz – 71 GHz).

ISED Radio Standards Specification RSS-181, Issue 2, Coast and Ship Station Equipment Operating in the Maritime Service in the Frequency Range 1605-28000 kHz

The Department of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada is seeking comments on the following standard. RSS-181, Issue 2, Coast and Ship Station Equipment Operating in the Maritime Service in the Frequency Range 1605-28000 kHz sets out certification requirements for equipment operating in the maritime service in the frequency range 1605 – 28000 kHz.

ISED Radio Standards Procedure RSP-100, Issue 12, Certification of Radio Apparatus and Broadcasting Equipment.

The Department of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada is seeking comments on the following consultation. RSP-100, Issue 12: Certification of Radio Apparatus and Broadcasting Equipment sets out the certification procedure for radio apparatus and broadcasting equipment which fall under Radio Standards Specifications (RSSs) and Broadcasting Equipment Technical Standards (BETSs), respectively.

ISED Interference-Causing Equipment Standard ICES‑003, Issue 6, Amendment 2, Information Technology Equipment (Including Digital Apparatus) — Limits and Methods of Measurement

The Department of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada is seeking comments on ICES‑003, Issue 6, Amendment 2: Information Technology Equipment (Including Digital Apparatus) — Limits and Methods of Measurement sets out standard requirements for information technology equipment (ITE), including digital apparatus.

ISED Radio Standard Specification RSS-246, issue 1, Ultra-Low Power (ULP) Wireless Medical Endoscopy Devices Operating in the 430-440 MHz Band

The Department Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada is seeking comments on the consultation of RSS-246, issue1, Ultra-Low Power (ULP) Wireless Medical Endoscopy Devices Operating in the 430-440 MHz Band, which establishes the certification requirements for licence-exempt ultra-low power wireless medical endoscopy devices operating in the 430-440 MHz frequency band.

SMSE-016-18 — Consultation on the Utilization of the Bands 18.8-19.3 GHz and 28.6-29.1 GHz, and the Bands 17.3-17.7 GHz, 19.3-19.7 GHz and 29.1-29.25 GHz by the Fixed-Satellite Service

This notice invites comments on proposals for a new spectrum utilization policy for the use of the frequency bands 18.8-19.3 GHz and 28.6-29.1 GHz by the fixed-satellite service (FSS), and on subsequent changes to licensing in the bands. Comments are also sought on changes to the spectrum utilization policy for the use of the frequency bands 17.3-17.7 GHz, 19.3-19.7 GHz and 29.1-29.25 GHz by the FSS.

ISED Standard Radio System Plan, SRSP-518, Issue 2 – Technical Requirements for Mobile Broadband Services (MBS) in the Bands 698 756 MHz and 777-787 MHz and for Bands 617-652 MHz and 663-698 MHz in the 600 MHz Band

The Department of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada is seeking comments on SRSP-518 Issue 2: Technical Requirements for Mobile Broadband Services (MBS) in the Bands 698 756 MHz and 777-787 MHz and for Bands 617-652 MHz and 663-698 MHz in the 600 MHz Band sets out the technical requirements for the operation of Mobile Broadband Services (MBS) in the bands 698-756 MHz and 777-787 MHz and for bands 617-652 MHz and 663-698 MHz in the 600 MHz Band.

ISED Radio Standards Specification, RSS-196, Issue 2 – Point-to-Multipoint Broadband Equipment Operating in the Bands 512-608 MHz for Rural Remote Broadband Systems (RRBS) (TV Channels 21 to 36)

The Department of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada is seeking comments on the following CONSULTATION:

RSS-196 Issue 2: Point-to-Multipoint Broadband Equipment Operating in the Bands 512-608 MHz for Rural Remote Broadband Systems (RRBS) (TV Channels 21 to 36) sets out the requirements for certification of equipment employed in Rural Remote Broadband Systems (RRBS) to provide point-to-multipoint fixed wireless access broadband radiocommunication in the bands 512-608 MHz (TV channels 21 to 36).