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Le texte français suit le texte anglais. CORRECTION : Please note that Slovak Republic is taken out from the message in the list of countries approved to use the new EU TRACES certificate for raw poultry meat. Be advised that Canada and the European Union (EU) have negotiated a new TRACES…

Clients Affected: All clients and service providers who transmit trade data using EDI and Portal. The annual interest rate for the first quarter of 2022 (January 1st to March 31st, 2022) will be 0.1475. Taux d'intérêt du premier trimestre 2022 Les clients affectés : Tous les clients et fournisseurs…

(Le français suit) * A notice regarding the changes to the regulated area for the LDD moth was distributed on January 18, 2021. This message is being sent as a reminder, given the start of the Christmas tree shipping season. Following a pest risk assessment, risk management considerations and…

(Le français suit) The CFIA would like to draw your attention to the following information related to detections of potato wart on Prince Edward Island in October. 1. On November 21, 2021, a Ministerial Order was made under the authority of the Plant Protection Act. The Order is designed to restrict…

On November 15, 2021, the Globe and Mail reported the first seizure under the Canadian prohibition on the importation of goods "mined, manufactured or produced wholly or in part by forced labour." According to the CBSA, customs officials seized a shipment of women's and children's clothing imported…

Le texte français suit le texte anglais. Due to extreme weather conditions in British Columbia, Canada that have caused flooding, landslides, road closures, and other supply chain disruptions, Canadian domestic truck carriers may need to transit through the U.S to reach destinations in Canada. Any…

In response to a request for guidance from CFIA for in-bond shipments of food commodities destined for British Columbia we have received the following message: CFIA processes and requirements for imports have not changed and the CFIA is working with external partners to clarify any other…

Le texte français suit le texte anglais. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has developed temporary measures and conditions to help the animal feed industry in British Columbia continue to maintain the supply of feed to livestock and protect animal health in light of the challenges created…

Le texte français suit le texte anglais. EDI/Portal Scheduled Maintenance Unavailability eManifest Portal Maintenance Start Date / Time End Date / Time Clients Affected 2021-11-20 / 05:00 ET 2021-11-20 / 06:00 ET 2021-11-21 / 05:00 ET 2021-11-21 / 06:00 ET 2021-11-20 / 05:30 ET 2021-11-20 / 07:00 ET…

A Message from CBSA As a result of the unfortunate flooding occurring in British Columbia, we have received numerous questions and requests for guidance. We want to assure you that we are aware of the various challenges that this situation has presented to all, and as a result, we are working…

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…

CFIA APOLOGIZE FOR THE DELAY IN SENDING THIS MESSAGE AS THEY WERE EXPERIENCING TECHNICAL DIFFICULTIES. Chapter 03 was published to add the end use “Culture” to the following HS codes originating from the United States. 03.01.93.1661.16 - Cirrhinus mrigala - TSN 163679 - Mrigal (live). 03.01.93.3229…

The EDI release requests received report for October 2021 is available on the CSCB website ( download). The national EDI percent was 98.35%. The following indicates the IID transactions:

Deepening trade and investment ties with large, fast-growing markets such as the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) will support Canada’s long-term growth, create good jobs, and ensure a strong, resilient economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic. Today, the Honourable Mary Ng…

(Le français suit) Join the discussion and share your ideas to help identify potential approaches for boat-to-plate traceability. You are invited to read and comment on the discussion paper that explores three key themes: Consumer protection and food safety (as it relates to fish and seafood)…

Railroad tracks that carry goods in and out of the busiest port in Canada have been shut down as a result of the record-setting floods in British Columbia, with at least one train partially derailing on a washed-out line. CN Rail and CP Rail both say their rail networks in B.C.'s Lower Mainland have…