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Le texte français suit le texte anglais. Invasive Zebra (and/or possibly Quagga) Mussels have been found in aquarium and water garden moss ball products sold in pet stores across the United States. These mussels are highly invasive and their import into Canada is prohibited under the Aquatic…

Please be advised that as of December 6, 2021, the hours of operation for the CARM Client Support Helpdesk (CCSH) will be changed from 7:00 to 20:00 to 7:00 to 17:00 ET. The CCSH hours of operation will be re-evaluated as call volumes increase. The Client support contact form: Canada Border Services…

(Le français suit) The Canadian Food Inspection Agency has updated the 2021 Notice to Registered Seed Establishments to reflect the implementation of new policies and add new references. If you have any questions, please contact [email protected]. L'Agence canadienne d'inspection des…

Le texte français suit le texte anglais. This notice is to advise trade chain partners (TCPs) (i.e. importers and brokers) that the Canada Border Services Agency’s (CBSA’s) policy pertaining to the importation and release of regulated Canadian Goods Returning using tariff codes 9813 and 9814, cannot…

(Le français suit) Canada and the United States have agreed to use the emergency transit provisions of a joint policy that was in the final stage of finalization and the Health of Animals Regulations, which were amended in June 2021. The policy was specifically designed to support animal welfare and…

International Trade Minister Mary Ng and B.C.’s lumber producers say they are disappointed that the U.S. Department of Commerce has decided to increase duties on Canada’s softwood lumber producers. The U.S. government said Wednesday that its final combined anti-dumping and countervailing duty rate…

Le texte français suit le texte anglais. The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) has now closed the record of the export price review of certain liquid dielectric transformers (transformers) having a top power handling capacity equal to or exceeding 60,000 kilovolt amperes (60 megavolt amperes)…

Four FAQs to better understand the Canada-U.S. spat over electric vehicle subsidies It might be difficult to imagine Prime Minister Justin Trudeau arguing against a climate-friendly tax credit. But that’s exactly what happened last week in Washington, D.C. during the so-called “Three Amigos” summit…

Le texte français suit le texte anglais The Commercial and Trade Branch’s Licensing Unit is seeking your assistance in considering the impacts of a policy change that would allow for the consolidation/deconsolidation of goods in SH and SF type sufferance warehouses. It has been brought to our…

Le texte français suit le texte anglais. Reference: Message to Industry: Barley Products Tariff Rate Quota (TRQ) Prepared and Distributed by: Global Affairs Canada Please be advised that it was estimated that the barley products tariff rate quota (TRQ) would be filled on November 22, 2021…

The text of Tuesday’s Speech from the Throne is available. Highlights that might interest members include: the Government is moving to more targeted support, while prudently managing spending. To ensure no one is left behind, support will be extended or added for industries that continue to struggle…

The most recent CBSA CARM webinar and/or Open Mic, material and recording are now available on the CARM Google Drive (in the folder: Preparing for CARM Release 1 / Preparation pour la version 1 de la GCRA and then Release 1 webinars / webinaires de la version 1).

Version 2.1 of the ECCRD Chapter 26, Commercial Accounting Declaration (CAD) is now available. If you are interested in receiving it please send an email to CARM Engagement requesting it: [email protected] The French version will be available shortly as…

For the first time ever, the CSCB is offering access to our CCS course for current CCS and CTCS designates. You’ll have the opportunity to audit the course, which means you’ll be able to renew your knowledge at your own pace and without the pressure of part tests and a final examination. As an…

Le texte français suit le texte anglais. This message pertains to imports of barley products classified under Customs Tariff headings: 11.02, 11.03, 11.04, 11.07, 11.08, 19.01, 19.04 and 23.02. The purpose of this message is to inform you that the 2021-2022 Barley Products Tariff Rate Quota (TRQ)…

Le texte français suit le texte anglais. The Abbotsford-Huntingdon port of entry is open. The Abbotsford-Huntingdon port of entry resumed operational service on November 22, 2021, 1 pm Pacific Time (4 pm Eastern Time). There is limited accessibility to the Abbotsford-Huntingdon port of entry as…

(Le français suit) Labelling and packaging requirements for pre-packaged foods due to flooding in BC Due to the extreme flooding in British Columbia (BC), the Canadian Food Inspection Agency is providing information to food businesses regarding labelling and packaging requirements for certain foods…