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Blanket B2s

Members have asked for clarification of the number of transactions that can be included on a blanket B2. CBSA has provided the following. Please note that the policy surrounding the issue of blanket B2s is under review and we hope to see an updated policy this year. At present, a request for…

Inflation Awakens

The weather may be heating up, but with the Stanley Cup finals in full swing, hockey’s the hot item in Canada. The link to the economy? Well, there are many, but what comes to mind is the hockey stick. It strikes fear, not as a lethal weapon, but because of its shape. Lay it horizontally, and it’s a…

CFIA Import Information Session for Brokers and Importers

CFIA has provided an invitation to participate in an information session geared towards milk and milk products regulated under the Health of Animals Act and Regulations. The session will take place in Burnaby, BC. Details are available here.

EICS Bulletin SCEI - EICS Interruption, 12 June

EICS will not be available on Sunday, June 12, 2016 between 6:00 AM to 3:00 PM ET due to maintenance. The system will be unavailable during this period, and any active sessions will be terminated.

Second Designate Quiz for 2016 starts tomorrow!

Designates are reminded the second free quiz of 2016 starts tomorrow. Available Due Quiz 2 June 9 June 30 Quiz 3 October 6 October 27 As always, each quiz is worth ten professional development points towards maintenance of the CCS designation, and is free of charge. Details will be provided by email…

Bank of Canada Exchange Rates are Changing

Effective 1 March 2017, the Bank of Canada will be changing how it publishes foreign exchange rate data. The number of currencies published will be reduced to roughly 25, and the Bank will no longer publish a daily noon and closing rate. Instead, a single rate reflecting the daily average exchange…
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ARL Working Group Meeting Presentation

Further to our ARL Update dated May 11, the ARL Working Group Meeting Presentation has now been posted on the ARL Implementation page, under Meeting Summaries & Presentation Materials. As always, questions and feedback should be directed to [email protected] To access, please log into your CSCB account…

You’re invited! CSCB Toronto/Ontario Regions Annual Conference Social Event

Delegates attending this year’s CSCB Toronto/Ontario Regions Annual Conference are invited to join us for a special reception on Thursday, June 16 th from 7:00 – 9:00 pm in the Firestarter Lounge at Casino Rama. Come mingle with industry partners, catch-up with old friends and meet the CSCB Staff…

Annex 1 List of Establishments Approved to Export to Mexico

Please be advised that the List of Establishments approved to export meat to Mexico in Chapter 11 of the Meat Hygiene Manual of Procedures (MHMP), has been revised with the following information: Establishment 402: removed (2016-03-29), as per operator’s request. Establishment 430: removed (2016-03…

D19-4-1, Export and Import of Cultural Property

The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) has specific responsibilities to administer and enforce the Cultural Property Export and Import Act in collaboration with the Department of Canadian Heritage. This memorandum explains the legislation, how exporters may obtain a cultural property export permit…

CN 16-13, Arctic Shipping Electronic Commercial Clearances Program

1. The purpose of this notice is to provide a risk-based, alternative approach for clearing commercial cargo and conveyances, in the marine mode, for certain vessels destined to the Arctic. The Arctic Shipping Electronic Commercial Clearances Program (ASECC) is a pilot program now in its second year…

Second Designate Quiz for 2016 starts June 9th

Designates are reminded the second free quiz of 2016 starts this Thursday. Available Due Quiz 2 June 9 June 30 Quiz 3 October 6 October 27 As always, each quiz is worth ten professional development points towards maintenance of the CCS designation, and is free of charge. Details will be provided by…

Update to the Meat Hygiene Manual of Procedures - United States

Please be advised that export requirements under section 11.7.3, Annex W – United States of the Chapter 11 of the Meat Hygiene Manual of Procedures (MHMP), have been updated with the following information: Est. 678: add code 03B (raw product - not intact) for chicken, pork and turkey. http://www

Canadian international merchandise trade, April 2016

Canada's exports increased 1.5% to $41.8 billion in April. Export prices were up 1.1% and volumes rose 0.5%. Imports increased 0.9% to $44.7 billion, as volumes were up 0.8% and prices edged up 0.1%. As a result, Canada's merchandise trade deficit with the world narrowed from $3.2 billion in March…

Challenging the CCS Examination | Examen de SCD

Le texte français suit le texte anglais. Registration to challenge the Certified Customs Specialist (CCS) examination on September 24, 2016 is now open. The registration deadline is Friday, July 15. An individual may apply to challenge the CCS exam if the following criteria are met: is currently…

Atlantic Region Annual Conference - Last Chance to Register!

CSCB welcomes CBSA at the Atlantic Region Annual Conference June 10 th in Fredericton The Canadian Society of Customs Brokers (CSCB) is pleased to announce a joint program initiative with the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) that will take place at its upcoming Atlantic Region Annual Conference…

Proposed Transport Canada Webinar

Transport Canada has generously offered to present a webinar on the temporary importation of vehicles. We would like to hear from members if there are other Transport Canada topics that they would like to know more about and we will see if additional topics can be included. A date and time has not…