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The Canadian Food Inspection Agency’s (CFIA) Automated Import Reference System (AIRS) is temporarily unavailable. We are actively working on restoring service, and we will update you with the latest information. Thank you for your cooperation Hors service – SYSTÈME de l’ACIA Le Système automatisé de…

D) Chapter 20 Chapter 20 was published to change the release recommendation from “Refer to CFIA-NISC” to “Refuse entry” for the following HS codes with the end uses “In transit through Canada” and “Other end uses” originating from: i) Cyprus, Estonia, Luxembourg, Puerto Rico, Slovakia, Slovenia and…

A) Chapter 08 Chapter 08 was published to add a registration type and modify the import conditions of the following HS codes with the end use “Other end uses” originating from all countries except Iran: 08.02.51.4081.01 – Pistachios – In shell – fresh 08.02.51.4081.02 – Pistachios – In shell – fresh…

The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) announces that the seasonal Four Falls, New Brunswick (NB) port of entry, which has been out of service since 2020, will now be permanently closed. The following two ports of entry are located within 15 km of Four Falls: Andover: 6 Route 190, Carlingford, NB…

Hello: Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) administers the Marine Spark-Ignition Engine, Vessel and Off-Road Recreational Vehicle Emission Regulations (Regulations). These Regulations came into force in April 2011, introduced standards to reduce smog-forming emissions from and reporting…

When an adjustment request is rejected, the reason for the rejection can be found as follows: Single CAD Adjustments rejected within legislative time limits: On the Statement of Adjustment (SoAdj) and on the rejected version of the Commercial Accounting Declaration (CAD) under the Commodity Remarks…

Please be advised that China will implement changes to the CIFER registration system as of June 1, 2026. For more information, consult Changes to China's requirements for registration of food establishments in CIFER as of June 1, 2026 . Modifications apportées aux exigences chinoises d…

Link: https://gazette.gc.ca/rp-pr/p1/2026/2026-05-09/html/index-eng.html Commissions Canadian International Trade Tribunal Inquiry NQ-2025-007 — Notice of findings Oil country tubular goods

The Government of Canada is committed to appointing highly qualified candidates who are able to best serve the interests of Canadians, through open, competency-based selection processes for all Governor-in-Council appointments. In keeping with this commitment, the Honourable François-Philippe…

Global Affairs Canada (GAC) has advised the Canada Border Services Agency that a new item (#195) has come into force on March 1st, 2026. For additional information, importers are encouraged to consult the Import of Electric Vehicles from the People’s Republic of China – Serial No. 1162. . The…

(Le français suit) Please be advised that Denmark and Germany do not accept industry issued certificates (Heat treatment certificates (HT)) for heat treated cedar ( Thuja spp.) wood products. This is based on their interpretation of EU derogations for conifers (93/365/EEC: Commission Decision of 2…

On May 6, 2026, Parliament approved Bill C-18, An Act to implement the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement between Canada and Indonesia . The Act provides the legislative authority to implement the Canada-Indonesia agreement, which aims to: establish a free trade area in accordance with the…

On May 6, 2026, Parliament approved Bill C-13 , An Act to implement the Protocol on the Accession of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland to the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership . Once in force, the Act will implement the Protocol on the…

As of March 30, 2026 the General Administration of Customs of the People’s Republic of China (GACC) has implemented revised registration requirements for the export of Canadian origin plant-derived fertilizers to China. Those who produce, process or store plant-derived fertilizer that will be…

eManifest Portal Maintenance Start Date / Time End Date / Time Clients Affected 2026-05-09 06:00 (ET) 2026-05-10 06:00 (ET) 2026-05-09 07:00 (ET) 2026-05-10 07:00 (ET) All clients and service providers who transmit trade data using the eManifest Portal. Description Saturday, May 9, 2026 from 06:00…

Start Date / Time End Date / Time Clients Affected 2026-04-25 08:00 (ET) All clients and service providers who transmit trade data using EDI and eManifest portal. Description UPDATE 52: While the system is currently functioning well, some users may still experience residual delays on inbound and…