Advocacy

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Issues That Matter

The Canadian Society of Customs Brokers (CSCB) represents Canada's customs brokers and their business interests on various government fora. Here are issues that we're focusing most of our energy on to bring your perspective into the discussions.

CBSA Assessment and Revenue Management (CARM)

All you need to know about CARM.

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Importer of Record

Information about the potential liability to customs brokers if proposed amendments to Section 17 of the Customs Act come into force.

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CSCB Position Papers and Submissions

Part of the CSCB mandate is to present the customs brokers' perspective to the Government of Canada.

CSCB Position Papers and Submissions

The CSCB makes representations to the Government of Canada on behalf of our members presenting the business perspective to changes in law, policy and technology. This page lists our position papers and submissions to various government departments.

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Participation in the Government of Canada Consultative Mechanisms

The Government of Canada uses a number of mechanisms to consult the industry stakeholders on various issues.

Participation in Consultations

The CSCB represents customs brokers on a number of fora.

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What Our Community Says

“Thank you for the information!... CSCB is a great organization!”

– Margaret, an importer and a CSCB Preferred Business Client

“Thank you so much for your prompt reply... Your consistent willingness to help is truly appreciated.”

– Emma, a long standing member

“Just a brief note to say thank you for all the work that you and your team is putting in to keep all of us (Importers, Exporters, Customs Brokers) up to date with the new regulations and changes that are coming with CARM.”

– Patricia, CSCB member

“I appreciate your guidance on this issue... Your support is deeply appreciated! We are also thrilled to be a member of the CSCB community...”

– Romnick, CSCB member

“The CCS course was interesting and very informative. When working on course modules, quizzes and tests, I developed good knowledge of the customs rules and procedures and also have created excellent collection of materials, resources and legal documents..”

– Alexandre, CCS course graduate

“Many thanks for your response, for what you do and what the CSCB does for the import community.”

– Shawn, CSCB member

“I have utmost respect for the CSCB staff and the work they do on behalf of brokers and importers.”

– Mark, an importer and a CSCB Preferred Business Client

“The CSCB has been the single most important organization for the Customs brokerage industry for as many years as I have worked in the industry and I started in 1969.”

– Larry, a long standing member

“I have used the TwoGreySuits website for the past several years and have found it to be very helpful. There is significant HR information there... Thank-you to CSCB for providing this valuable service year after year for the members.”

– Kim, a long standing member

“Re: COVID-19: "Good luck with the battle!!.. Your advocacy is so important to our industry."”

– Lizanne, a CSCB member