Trade News

18 March 2008 Analysts predict major economic impact from Internet ‘doomsday’ scenario The following news release was issued on 17 March 2008 by the International Chamber of Commerce. Economists worldwide say that a one day “blackout” of the Internet would have a major impact on the global economy…

18 March 2008 U.S. Federal Reserve primed for a deep cut This article is extracted from the 18 March 2008 edition of the “Toronto Star”. All eyes will be on the U.S. Federal Reserve Board today, and all hopes are firmly pinned on a big interest rate cut to soothe panicky investors after the stunning…

18 March 2008 Produce companies prepare for origin labeling This article is excerpted from the 17 March 2008 edition of “American Shipper”. United Fresh Produce Association, the Washington-based trade group for fruit and vegetable growers, has published a guide to help the industry prepare for…

17 March 2008 EICS: Easter Holiday, 21-24 March 2008 Friday, 21 March and Monday, 24 March are designated government holidays, and the Bureau's offices will be closed (no officers or Help Desk staff will be available). The EICS system will be available Friday 04:00 - 24:00; Saturday from 04:00 to 20…

17 March 2008 Excise Tax Act Change Effective April 1, 2008, excise tax exemptions for renewable fuels will be eliminated. Bill C- 28, An Act to implement certain provisions of the budget tabled in Parliament on March 19, 2007 and to implement certain provisions of the economic statement tabled in…

17 March 2008 The sabre-rattling on NAFTA is worrying, but take it as an opportunity The following was reported on in the 14 March 2008 edition of “globeandmail.com”. It was written by Michael Hart and William Dymond. Michael Hart is Simon Reisman professor of trade policy at Carleton University's…

17 March 2008 CBSA message: Easter Holiday 2008 The Electronic Commerce Unit will be closed for the Easter holiday from Thursday March 20, 2008 at 5:00 pm (ET) until Monday March 24, 2008 at 8:00 am. On Monday, March 24, between 8:00 am and 4:00 pm, three officers will be available at 1-888-957-7224…

17 March 2008 Revisions to "Phytosanitary Requirements to Prevent the Entry and Spread of Phytophthora ramorum" Directive Members are advised that Directive D-01-01 "Phytosanitary Requirements to Prevent the Entry and Spread of Phytophthora ramorum" has been revised and is available on the web at…

17 March 2008 Release Request Stats for February 2008 The CBSA has provided release requests statistics for February 2008. They are available on the CSCB website at: http://www.cscb.ca/listinfo/Feb08.xls.

17 March 2008 CSCB/CBSA Port Standing Committee Meeting Minutes, Quebec Region Minutes of the meeting of the CSCB/CBSA Port Standing Committee held on 20 February 2008 are available on the CSCB Members site under Regions > Quebec Region > Minutes (login is required). Please note: The acronym CDL…

The following messages were sent out on 17 March 2008: 1. CANADA BORDER SERVICES AGENCY - TARIFF, ORIGIN AND VALUATION Excise Tax Act Change 2. CANADA BORDER SERVICES AGENCY - ELECTRONIC COMMERCE CBSA message: Easter Holiday 2008 3. CANADIAN CUSTOMS ARTICLES McGuinty seeks amendments to Michigan…

17 March 2008 Update to AIRS website (3) A) Chapter 01 was published to change the recommendation from "CBSA Inspection - Inspectors designated and trained in FPA inspection" to "CBSA Inspection" for the following HS codes from the USA: 01.06.20.2085.01 Turtles 01.06.20.2085.03 Tortoises This…

17 March 2008 Update to AIRS website Chapter 08 was published to change the release recommendation from "Approved" to "Refuse entry" for Guatemala. 08.10.20.4010.01 - Blackberry - cultivated (fresh) 08.10.20.4013.00 - Raspberry (fresh)

17 March 2008 Update to AIRS website (2) Chapter 06 was published to modify the requirements for Phytophthora ramorum (Sudden Oak Death) for the State of Washington for the following HS codes: 06.01.10 Bulbs, tubers, tuberous roots, corms, crowns and rhizomes, dormant 06.01.20 Bulbs, tubers…

17 March 2007 McGuinty seeks amendments to Michigan Business Tax The following is excerpted from the 14 March 2008 edition of “Canadian Transportation & Logistics”. Ontario premier Dalton McGuinty is encouraging Michigan Governor Jennifer Granholm to amend the Michigan Business Tax Act (MBT) and…

17 March 2008 Imports of copper magnet wire for use in the manufacture of transformers or motors The Department of Finance is currently reviewing a request for the removal of the customs duties on imports of copper magnet wire for use in the manufacture of transformers or motors. This wire is…

14 March 2008 Customs duties on some parts for use in the manufacture of light rail vehicles or streetcars The Department of Finance is currently reviewing a request for the removal of the customs duties on vehicle batteries, switchgear assemblies and pantograph containers, all parts for use in the…

14 March 2008 CN08-010, Highway Sufferance Warehouse Closure (New Glasgow, Nova Scotia) The purpose of this notice is to advise that, effective March 31, 2008, Hoyt's Moving and Storage Ltd., located at 6264 South Foord Street, Stellarton, Nova Scotia, will be surrendering their highway sufferance…

14 March 2008 McGuinty pens article in praise of free trade The following was reported on in the 14 March 2008 edition of “Toronto Star”. Premier Dalton McGuinty has injected himself into the NAFTA controversy in the U.S. with an opinion piece in the Financial Times, a prestigious international…

14 March 2008 Carbon Steel Pipe Fittings - Statement of Reasons Concerning a determination under paragraph 76.03(7)(a) of the Special Import Measures Act regarding certain carbon steel pipe nipples and adaptor fittings originating in or exported from the People’s Republic of China. Decision On…