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Canadian and U.S. economies are converging but danger lurks: Don Pittis
July 11, 2019
On the face of it, Bank of Canada governor Stephen Poloz and his deputy Carolyn Wilkins had some excellent news about the Canadian economy in yesterday's Monetary Policy Report. The happy story included falling mortgage rates, continued employment strength and growing business investment that have…
CFIA-AIRS Updates, 11 July
July 11, 2019
A) Chapter 10 was published to: i) change the release recommendation from "Approved” to “Refer to CFIA-NISC" for the following HS codes with the end uses "Livestock feed” and “Further Processing”, originating from Lao Peoples Democratic Republic. 10.05.90 - Maize (corn): Other 10.06.10.0102 - Cereal…
Notice to industry – Authenticity of honey in the Canadian marketplace
July 10, 2019
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) launched a targeted surveillance strategy in 2018 to verify if honey samples were authentic and not adulterated with foreign sugars. A report summarizing the findings has been posted. Report: Enhanced honey authenticity surveillance (2018 to 2019) Of the…
Bank of Canada holds interest rate steady at 1.75%, citing trade tensions
July 10, 2019
The Bank of Canada is leaving its key interest rate unchanged in an announcement that balances domestic economic improvements with an expanding global slowdown caused by trade conflicts. The decision Wednesday kept the interest rate at 1.75 per cent for a sixth-straight meeting, as Canada rebounds…
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Thinking About Becoming A CSCB Director?
July 10, 2019
The CSCB has seven positions available on its Board of Directors. Six of these are for a two-year term, 2019-21, and fill vacancies created by the expiration of terms for directors elected for 2017-19. One position is for a one-year term (2019-20), filling the vacancy created when Melanie Bedard…
Customs Notice 18-16 (Revised) - United States Surtax Remission Order
July 9, 2019
CBSA has revised Customs Notice 18-16. This notice provides information on the introduction and application of the United States Surtax Remission Order, 2018-1272, which is intended to minimize the negative effects of the surtaxes on Canadian companies and the economy by providing relief in…
CFIA-AIRS Updates, 9 July
July 9, 2019
Chapter 08 was published to: i) streamline the requirements for the following HS codes. 08.08.30.4003.01 - Asian pears (other than Ya pears), Sand pear, Twentieth century pears, Chinese pears, Japanese pears, Nashi pears, Oriental pears, Korean pears, Golden pears and Shingo pears (fresh). 08.08.30…
African leaders to launch continent-wide free trade zone
July 8, 2019
Several African heads of state gathered in Niger's capital Sunday to launch a continent-wide free trade area that represents an estimated market of $3.4 trillion US. The African Continental Free Trade Area aims to create a single unified market for the continent's 1.3 billion people and to boost…
CN 19-14, Mandatory electronic reporting for exporters
July 8, 2019
1. The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) will eliminate the paper reporting process Export Declaration form (B13A) and implement mandatory electronic reporting for exporters. 2. As of June 30, 2020, the CBSA will no longer accept B13As. Exporters, or their customs service providers, will be…
D10-14-27, Tariff Classification of Front-mount Mowers
July 5, 2019
This memorandum outlines and explains the Canada Border Services Agency's classification of front-mount mowers. This memorandum has been updated to reflect changes made in the Customs Tariff. Other editing revisions made in this memorandum do not affect or change any of the existing policies or…
Canadian international merchandise trade, May 2019
July 5, 2019
Canada's merchandise trade balance with the world was in a surplus position in May for the second time since December 2016. The $762 million surplus in May followed a $1.1 billion deficit in April. Exports rose 4.6% in May, in part due to an increase in exports of motor vehicles. Imports were up 1.0…
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Register to Challenge the CCS Exam This Fall - Deadline July 12
July 5, 2019
The deadline to register to challenge the Certified Customs Specialist (CCS) examination on September 21, 2019 is Friday, July 12. An individual may apply to challenge the CCS exam if the following criteria are met: is currently employed by a CSCB member firm and has employer-certified two years of…
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Verification Audits for NAFTA
July 5, 2019
The CSCB would like to know if any members have experienced a CBSA NAFTA verification audit under the following circumstances: goods were consigned to individuals, goods were valued at $2500 or less, and goods were accounted for on either an AB or F-type entry. It would be appreciated if positive…
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Will you consider becoming a CSCB Director?
July 4, 2019
July 19, 2019 is the deadline for filing Expressions of Interest to be considered by the Nominating Committee. Each year, we look for volunteers to join our hard-working Board of Directors where they can have the opportunity to directly influence the work of the CSCB which for the coming year is…
Relocation of GAC Cashier's Office
July 4, 2019
Please note this message, originally sent on June 26th, refers to an office for payments made to Global Affairs Canada (not CBSA). As part of the GAC 125 Reno project, the Cashier's Office will be moving from 125 Sussex Drive to 200 Place du Portage this Friday, June 21. The new office will be…
[U.S.] Customs Brokers, Prior Disclosure, Duty-Free Goods Among Topics of Forthcoming CBP Rules
July 4, 2019
Updating [U.S.] customs broker requirements, encouraging the use of prior disclosures, and expanding the range of goods eligible for duty-free treatment are among the U.S. Customs and Border Protection regulations newly listed in the semiannual regulatory agendas of the departments of Homeland…
CFIA-AIRS Updates, 4 July
July 4, 2019
AIRS was published to correct the following Registration Type to reflect “ AIRS Registration”. NO VERSION CHANGE. 639 - Proof of destination Please verify your version numbers before submitting through EDI. If you have any questions, please contact your National Import Service Centre.
CBSA Message (TCC19-066) - TCCU Client Service Survey – eMail Communications
July 3, 2019
Clients Affected: All clients who transmit data electronically and/or using the eManifest portal. In response to concerns about wait times expressed in the Client Service Survey last fall, bulletin TCC19-050 highlighted the TCCU web pages as a way to save a call while TCC19-054 offered tips to…
Second Designate Quiz due tomorrow
July 3, 2019
The second Designate Quiz of 2019 is now available. You have until 2 p.m. ET tomorrow (July 4, 2019) to submit your answers online. All designates who obtain 20 CCS points or 10 CTCS credits by July 15, 2019 AND register for the draw are eligible to win one of two trips to the CSCB National…
Canada posts rare trade surplus as exports to U.S. hit record high
July 3, 2019
Canada’s trade balance unexpectedly swung into surplus for the first time in 10 months on a broad-based jump in exports, adding to evidence the economy has returned to a more solid footing. The country ran a rare trade surplus on $762 million in May. It’s only the fourth surplus for the country…