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Memorandum D21-1-1: Customs Privileges for Diplomatic Missions, Consular Posts and International Organizations (Tariff Item No. 9808.00.00) has been updated and can be found here: https://www.cbsa-asfc.gc.ca/publications/dm-md/d21/d21-1-1-eng.html Some important updates to this D memo are as follows…

(Le français suit) Starting December 4, 2024, all shipments of live poultry and birds (including hatching eggs and pet birds) from the United States (US) must present a Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) control zone routing addendum issued by a USDA-APHIS Accredited Veterinarian at the time…

On October 21, 2024, pursuant to paragraph 41(1)(a) of the Special Import Measures Act (SIMA), the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA), terminated the dumping investigation in respect of pea protein exported from China by Shandong Jianyuan Bioengineering Co., Ltd., Yantai Shuangta Food Co., Ltd…

In response to the 72-hour strike notice issued by the International Longshore and Warehouse Union (ILWU) Local 514, the The B.C. Maritime Employers Association (BCMEA) has locked out members of that Union, as of this morning. https://www.reuters.com/world/americas/vancouver-port-shuts-out-foremen…

Are you passionate about trade and supply chains? Do you want to have a positive and lasting impact on the direction of the customs brokerage industry in Canada? The Canadian Society of Customs Brokers (CSCB) is seeking a Vice-president to assist in advancing the strategy and goals of the CSCB and…

Please be advised that The Pre-Authorized Debit program was executed accidentally October 30, 2024 (1 day ahead of schedule): No funds were withdrawn from the TCPs account as this was caught before the PAD file was sent to the Financial Institution. The impact of this was incorrect payment appearing…

(Le français suit) Following successful negotiations with the Republic of Moldova, the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) is pleased to announce that two new health certificates have been finalized for the export of fish and seafood to Moldova: Health Certificate for Export of Fishery Products…

(Le français suit) On February 4, 2025, the Automated Import Reference System (AIRS) will be updated with new animal health import requirements for milk replacers from countries other than the United States (US). The changes will apply to milk replacers for use in livestock (as defined in Section 1…

In response to the 72-hour strike notice issued by the International Longshore and Warehouse Union (ILWU) Local 514, the The B.C. Maritime Employers Association (BCMEA) has issued a formal notice that it will "defensively" lock out members of that Union starting Monday at 9 a.m. PT. The BCMEA has…

The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) has today initiated undertaking reviews, pursuant to paragraph 53(1) of the Special Import Measures Act (SIMA), in relation to certain sucker rods from exporting parties Metalmecanica S.A. from Argentina, Confab Industrial S.A. from Brazil, and Tubos de Acero…

CFIB’s Business Barometer® long-term index, which is based on 12-month forward expectations for business performance, remained unchanged in October at 55.8. The short-term optimism index, based on a 3-month outlook, dropped about two points to 48.3. Long-term confidence has remained in the mid-50s…

A) Chapter 05 Chapter 05 was published to: i) modify the registration type list and import conditions of the following HS codes with the end use “To be fed to sled dogs for competitions taking place north of the 60th parallel”: 05.11.99.1297.01 – Avian (bird) 05.11.99.1297.02 – Bovine (cattle). 05…

La version française suit Start Date / Time End Date / Time Clients Affected 2024-11-03 01:30 (EDT) 2024-11-03 02:30 (EST) All clients submitting trade data using the eManifest, CERS and CARM Client portals. Description In order to complete the time change from Eastern Daylight Time to Standard Time…

La version française suit 2024-11-03 01:30 (EDT) 2024-11-03 02:30 (EST) All clients and service providers who transmit trade data using EDI, CERS and eManifest portals Description In order to complete the time change from Eastern Daylight Time to Standard Time, all EDI applications will be…

"Montreal, October 31, 2024 – This morning at 11 a.m., an indefinite strike began at the Viau and Maisonneuve terminals, in accordance with the strike notice filed by CUPE Local 375, the longshore workers’ union. As a result, these two Termont-operated terminals are closed, and no rail, truck or…