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CFIA-AIRS Updates April 29th 2020

Chapter 01 was published to change the release recommendation from “Refuse entry” to “Refer to CFIA - Veterinary inspection” for the following HS code originating from Ukraine. 01.06.41.2104 - Honeybee queens. This created a requirement version change for the following HS codes originating from all…

From our IATA friends

Canada’s customs brokers have contact with air carriers and air cargo every day. The airline industry has been hard hit by the COVID-19 pandemic, and is doing all it can to support economic recovery. We thought you might enjoy this short and hopeful video from our friends at IATA. Watch now
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Updated LPCO (Licenses, Permits, Certificates, Other) Spreadsheet

CBSA has provided an updated spreadsheet that includes information on which LPCOs (Licenses, Permits, Certificates, Other) must be submitted with an IID, according to PGA (Participating Government Agency). The spreadsheet now includes formats for various data elements as well as the Code Tag…
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LCPO (License, Certificate, Permit, Other) File Size Limit

There is a 4MB file size limit for the submission of LCPOs and the CSCB has asked CBSA when this limit will be increased. CBSA’s response is below; the CSCB will continue to follow up. … we were looking at this before COVID-19 began and at that time it was determined that this may not work for the…

Interest rates for the second calendar quarter

The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) has announced the prescribed annual interest rates that will apply to any amounts owed to the CRA and to any amounts owed by the CRA to individuals and corporations. These rates will be in effect from April 1, 2020 to June 30, 2020. Details are available on the CRA…

Recording of the third CSCB Member Forum now available

The recording and presentation from the third CSCB Member Forum on What COVID-19 means for your business, held on April 24, is now available on the CSCB website. The focus of this forum was risk migitation for customs brokers, specifically GST direct payment option and importer bonds.

New USMCA trade pact to go into effect on July 1

U.S. Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer on Friday said he has notified Congress that the new U.S.-Mexico-Canada trade agreement will take effect on July 1, a month later than initially proposed. In a statement, Lighthizer said both Mexico and Canada had taken measures necessary to comply with…

April 24: COVID-19 CBSA Commercial Update to Industry Stakeholders

Key Issues Enhanced guidance on Primary Inspection Line booth interaction for truck drivers from a health and safety perspective. Information on safety measures the CBSA has taken, as well as initiatives that are being developed and information for carriers and drivers are provided in Annex A. COVID…

ARL Bulletin #56b - Guidance on changes to the Importer Statement of Account

Guidance on changes to the Importer Statement of Account (April 2020 – June 2020) Statement of Account Due Date Related debt due on the Statement of Account (SOA) dated March, April and May 25, 2020, is now deferred to June 30, 2020. Information will appear differently on the Importer SOA because of…
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Reminder: Member Survey

In today’s public policy environment, moving issues forward requires collaboration among interested stakeholders. To help us better understand the network of associations to which CSCB members belong to seek out their support, it would be appreciated if you would provide us with information about…

Canadian Trade Controls Compliance - COVID-19 Considerations

In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, many businesses in Canada are experiencing an increase in demand to import or export COVID-19 related products or technology. Although the pandemic is causing companies to operate on limited funds, compliance with Canada's import and export controls is still…

April 22: COVID-19 CBSA Commercial Update to Industry Stakeholders

Key Issues Modification to be noted from yesterday’s Bulletin In the April 21 edition of our Bulletin, an error was made with the Port of Vancouver – Cargo’s email address in the table of Current ports participating Electronic Longrooms. Please note the correct email address in red. COVID-19…