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The following is a CBSA message (EDI12-014) Family Day – Monday, February 20, 2012 in the provinces of Ontario, Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba; For the purposes of calculating the accounting period, February 20, 2012 will be considered a holiday for these provinces and any late accounting penalties will be waived without the client having to submit an application. This applies to transactions that were accounted for in the affected provinces and released between February 13, 2012 and February 20, 2012.

Members may be interested in the following, published on 15 February 2012 in Part II of the Canada Gazette. 1. Under the Domestic Substances List, Order 2011-87-11-01 Amending Canadian Environmental Protection Act, 1999 http://www.gazette.gc.ca/rp-pr/p2/2012/2012-02-15/html/sor-dors5-eng.ht… 2. Under the Special Economic Measures (Iran) Regulations, Regulations Amending Special Economic Measures Act

The following is excerpted from a 16 February 2012 release by Statistics Canada. Manufacturing sales advanced 0.6% to $49.9 billion in December, the fifth increase in six months. The transportation equipment industry led the gain. Sales increased in 12 of 21 industries representing about two-thirds of Canadian manufacturing. The gains occurred primarily in durable goods industries, where sales rose 2.1%. Sales of non-durable goods fell 0.9%.

Export allocations may be issued to eligible applicants. Export allocation eligibility criteria have been established after consultation with the respective provinces. This Notice is available in its entirety on the Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada website at: http://www.international.gc.ca/controls-controles/softwood-bois_oeuvre/…

We have been advised by CFIA of processing delays, in part due to filing of previous version forms, and asked to remind members of the “new form” availability at the link below. Also, because of delays, some users are filing duplicates inadvertently adding to the processing workload. Please see our message below for original instructions for the filing of the “Request for Documentation Review” form.

Chapter 12 was published to add a registration type to the following HS codes originating from the continental United-States. 12.09.99.0074.04 - Pine (seed) 12.09.99.0074.14 - Siberian ginseng (seed) 12.09.99.0074.99 - Other trees, shrubs and bushes (seed) Please check your version number before submitting through EDI. If you have any questions, please contact your Import Service Centre. _________________________________________________

The following message is from CFIA. In an effort to modernize operations at the National Import Service Centre (NISC) and the NISC Satellite Office (NSO), effective February 15, 2012, all importers are to electronically complete the ‘Request for Documentation Review’ form (CFIA/ACIA 5272) available on the CFIA website at: http://www.inspection.gc.ca/english/for/pdf/c5272e.pdf Guidelines to follow when submitting a faxed package to NISC:

IN THE MATTER OF an application made by Volpak Inc., pursuant to section 60.2 of the Customs Act, for an order extending the time to file a request for a further re-determination of tariff classification pursuant to section 60 of the Customs Act. ORDER The Canadian International Trade Tribunal denies the application for an extension of time to file a request for a further re-determination under section 60 of the Customs Act.

Are you an expert in international trade compliance in Canada? The CTCS designation

The following message is from CBSA on behalf of CFIA (EDI12-013). Industry Notice to Importers

Weakening construction market in Asian country blamed for 36 per cent decline in December Sales of British Columbia lumber to China have begun to plunge, a startling reversal from the boom forest products companies enjoyed through much of 2011. The lumber industry predicts additional growth in 2012 but the current situation is difficult. Inventories of wood are still piled up in China amid a weakening construction market there, sapping demand for B.C. lumber.

The following editorial was written by Jeffrey Simpson for today's Globe and Mail. Our national interests are being sacrificed to protect supply management His recent visit to China might be called The Education of Stephen Harper.

The Indo-Canada Chamber of Commerce (ICCC) and the Town of Markham, Ont., led a trade mission to India and the UAE in January, providing a unique opportunity for delegates to explore emerging markets and, in some cases, clinch deals. More than 60 small and medium-sized Canadian businesses visited Delhi, Jaipur, Mumbai and Pune in India, and Dubai in the UAE.

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) and Fruiticana Produce Inc. are warning the public not to consume certain bunches of Fenugreek leaves because they may be contaminated with a toxic weed Senecio vulgaris. The bunches of Fenugreek leaves were sold exclusively through Fruiticana stores in British Columbia and Alberta from February 5, 2012 to February 11, 2012 inclusive... The importer, Fruiticana Produce Inc., Surrey, British Columbia is voluntarily recalling the affected product from the marketplace. The CFIA is monitoring the effectiveness of the recall.

Starting [today], NEXUS members flying to the United States will be able to use NEXUS cards in designated security lines for pre-board screening at airports for faster service...

Appeal No. Appeal Name Act AP-2009-014 Transport Desgagnés Inc. - Customs Act AP-2010-006 Komatsu International (Canada) Inc. - Customs Act AP-2010-033 Contech Holdings Canada Inc. - Customs Act AP-2010-042 AP-2010-066 CE Franklin Ltd. - Customs Act AP-2010-068 6572243 Canada Ltd. o/a Kwality Imports - Customs Act AP-2011-008 Jockey Canada Company - Customs Act AP-2011-010 Commonwealth Wholesale Corp. - Customs Act AP-2011-019

Chapter 03 was published to add the following OGD extension. 03.03.90.9074.22 - Tridentiger obscurus - TSN 638143 - Hodge-podge goby (frozen) livers and roes This created a requirement version change for the following HS code. 03.03.90 - Livers and roes

CAED 2012 version 12.10 was released the week of January 16th, 2012 to rectify omissions in CAED 2012 version 12.00. It is important to note that as of Feb 1st, 2012 version 12.10 is the only acceptable version of CAED. Further information is available at: http://www.statcan.gc.ca/exp/index-eng.htm _________________________________________________

The Export Controls Division of Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada is organizing an Export Controls Seminar in Montréal March 6, 2012. This seminar will review the responsibilities of Canadian industry with regards to export controls of military, strategic, and sensitive commercial goods and technology. Details are available on the DFAIT website at: