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Update to the Potential Canadian Rail Strike

On August 14, 2024 CSCB staff had the opportunity to participate in a webinar conducted by the National Supply Chain Office (NSCO) where over 90 industry members and associations were able to hear from representatives of the two major rail lines. The rail representatives provided a broad overview of…

CSCB 2024 National Conference – register now!

There are only 15 days left to take advantage of preferred room rates for the 2024 CSCB Annual Conference, scheduled for September 22-24, 2024, in Calgary, Alberta. Register for the conference and book by August 30, 2024, to secure your room at the stunning Westin Calgary and get ready for two days…

CFIA-AIRS Updates August 15th, 2024

A) Chapter 08 Chapter 08 was published to change the release recommendation from “Refuse Entry” to “Approved” for the following HS codes with the end uses “Human Consumption”, “Other end uses, “Samples for testing” and “Show and Exhibition” originating from Guatemala: 08.10.20.4013.01 – Raspberries…

CARM Road Maps

We are happy to advise you that we have added some new road maps and they are now available on our website. We know that these maps will help guide you on your Road to CARM as we approach R3 implementation on October 21st, 2024. The new road maps namely, Release Prior to Payment during the 180 day…
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Public Safety Canada seeks input on Supply Chains Act annual report process

Was your firm identified as a reporting entity for the purposes of the Supply Chains Act (formerly Bill S-211) in 2024? Were you directly involved in completing and submitting your firm’s submission to Public Safety Canada before the May 31, 2024, deadline? Public Safety Canada is consulting with…
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CARM: Sharing what we know - Register today!

As we reported last week ( CARM: Sharing what we know | CSCB National Office ), the CSCB will be holding 30-minute briefing sessions for our customs broker members to share whatever information we have available to help you and your clients prepare for the CARM implementation. The sessions will be…

National railways stop some shipments ahead of possible lockout

The country's two main railways are starting to block shipments ahead of a possible strike or lockout next week. Canadian National Railway says in an internal memo the company has started to embargo some hazardous goods from the U.S. in anticipation of a work stoppage. CN says it plans to bar more…

CFIA-AIRS Updates August 14th, 2024

A) Chapter 01 Chapter 01 was published to modify the import conditions and modify the registration type list of the following HS codes with the end use “Canadian animals returning to Canada” originating from the United States: 01.02.21.1007.01 – Bulls 01.02.21.1007.02 – Cows 01.02.29.1007.01 – Bulls…

U.S. nearly doubles duty on Canadian softwood lumber

The U.S. is dramatically increasing the duty it charges on softwood lumber imports from Canada, setting the rate at 14.54 per cent. The previous duty was 8.05 per cent. The new rate was shared with trade groups and government officials on Tuesday, but was not immediately posted to the U.S. Federal…

Notice of initiation of expiry review investigation: Copper Tube (CT 2024 ER)

On August 12, 2024, the Canadian International Trade Tribunal (CITT), pursuant to subsection 76.03(1) of the Special Import Measures Act (SIMA), initiated an expiry review of its order made on September 25, 2019, in Expiry Review No. RR-2018-005, concerning the dumping of certain copper tube…
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Have your say – CBSA examination timelines and frequency

The CSCB is collecting data to better understand concerns raised by some members around longer timelines and increased frequency of shipment examinations by the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA). Your input will help us understand where these impacts are being felt so that we can engage the CBSA…

Notice of export price review: Aluminum extrusions (AE 2024 UP1)

The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) has today initiated a review of the export prices of certain aluminum extrusions originating in or exported from China by Guangdong Luoxiang Aluminium Co., Ltd. The review is part of the CBSA’s enforcement of the Canadian International Trade Tribunal’s (CITT)…

Export requirements for ash veneer sheets to the European Union

As of August 15, 2024, ash ( Fraxinus spp) veneer sheets that are 1 mm or less in thickness will be exempt from phytosanitary requirements. No phytosanitary certificate will be required for ash veneer sheets of a thickness not exceeding 1 mm exported under HS code 44089085 to the European Union (EU)…
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CARM: Sharing what we know - Register today!

As we reported last week ( CARM: Sharing what we know | CSCB National Office ), the CSCB will be holding 30-minute briefing sessions for our customs broker members to share whatever information we have available to help you and your clients prepare for the CARM implementation. The sessions will be…

CFIA-AIRS Updates August 12th, 2024

A) Chapter 02 Chapter 02 was published to modify the import conditions and the registration type list of the following HS codes with the end uses “Human consumption”, “In transit through Canada” and “Other end uses” and with the miscellaneous codes “Fully marked” and “Unstamped” originating from…