OTTAWA -- The Canadian Kitchen Cabinet Association (CKCA) through its website and member communications, is offering guidance for manufacturers seeking to produce personal protection equipment (PPE) on the front lines in the COVID-19 crisis.  According to Sandra Wood, CKCA executive director, medical equipment must meet Canadian standards.  "It is very important that you first seek approvals of your design and manufacturing process before you start advertising and producing your product in quantity," said Wood.

"Supply chains are strained and plastics used for protective gear will be in high demand. Please do not stockpile face shield type plastics unless you have been approved as a seller of your product to the healthcare community," said Wood.

The CKCA pointed to the NGen Supercluster as a place to start if you'd like to manufacture PPE:

• Overview of NGen program
• Financial guide document
• Government of Ontario