Design, Implementation and Evaluation of Regulatory Sandboxes

Designation Number:
CAN/DGSI 123
Standard Type:
National Standard of Canada - Domestic
Standard Development Activity:
New Standard
ICS code(s):
03.100.01; 03.100.02
Status:
Proceeding to development
SDO Comment Period Start Date:
SDO Comment Period End Date:
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Scope:

Scope

Note: The title for this NOI (originally published on May 16, 2023) was updated by the responsible SDO on December 17, 2024.

 

This proposed standard aims to specify guidance for the design, use and evaluation of a regulatory sandbox. NOTE: This standard is not intended for conformity assessment.

Project need:

Project Need

Policymakers are increasingly relying on regulatory sandboxes for supervised testing of innovative technologies or processes in a live environment to enable their full entry into the marketplace. Although implemented in over 60 jurisdictions internationally, regulatory sandboxes lack a consistent definition and framework for measuring their success. Stakeholders have identified a strategic need for policymakers to quickly assess whether a sandbox is a viable path to mitigating the risks of new innovations. To date, some jurisdictions have developed handbooks and frameworks for sandbox design, but no standards exist. A national standard will establish a consistent definition and approach to designing regulatory sandboxes for use in Canada. The proposed standard for developing regulatory sandboxes will provide policymakers with a:  Clear definition of regulatory sandboxes  Decision-tree for determining when a sandbox is appropriate  Elements required to establish a sandbox  Considerations for determining eligibility requirements  Performance Indicators for measuring success The benefits to stakeholders include:  Regulators - Greater market and innovation insight - Gain evidence on how innovation interacts with people, markets, and regulations in a live environment - Informed policymaking and regulatory development  Industry - Reduced barriers to adoption of innovation in products and services - Quicker entry to market - Reduced regulatory uncertainty - Greater investor confidence  Consumers - Assurance that appropriate safeguards are in place when adopting new technologies or participating in new business models - Provide an avenue for early intervention in consumer, public and environmental protection.

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