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The Carney government's first budget marks a significant shift in Canada's international strategy, redirecting funds from diplomacy to trade. Global Affairs Canada faces substantial budget cuts, including $2.7 billion from foreign aid and a projected $1.1 billion in annual savings within two years…

A) Chapter 10 Chapter 10 was published to: i) change the release recommendation from “Approved” to “Refer to CFIA-NISC” for the following HS codes with the end use “Other end uses” originating from Taiwan: 10.05.90.0040 – Grain corn (dried) – Organic 10.05.90.0050 – Grain corn (dried). (Zea mays) 10…

Please be advised that the information for importers to understand feed controls to prevent African swine fever has been updated: The addition of the reference to the Order for: “Order Amending the Order Imposing Conditions in Relation to Secondary Control Zones in Respect of African Swine Fever –…

Please note that the CFIA directive D-17-04 : Canadian Sawn Wood Certification Program has been revised as follows: The wording was revised throughout the document to align the terminology with other forestry policy directives. Shingles and shakes have been added to the list of regulated articles…

The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) is announcing a significant seizure of cocaine and methamphetamine in Vancouver, British Columbia. On September 3, 2025, CBSA Border Services Officers at the Vancouver International Airport intercepted a combined total of 560 kilograms of narcotics. In total…

Canada and Pakistan have reaffirmed their mutual commitment to strengthening bilateral ties, expressing strong interest in expanding cooperation on energy security and critical minerals, with recognition of Canadian companies’ growing role in supporting Pakistan’s mineral development and clean…

In recognition of ongoing dialogue with the bulk fertilizer sector, the CFIA has further extended the compliance promotion period for bulk fertilizers until July 31, 2026. This extension allows additional time for discussion with industry on developing a path to compliant labelling (e.g. bilingual…

Effective on the date(s) listed below, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) is updating its list of zones in Canada that are subject to restrictions on the importation of certain avian commodities. Newly restricted zone(s) October 16, 2025 -…

Commissions Canada Border Services Agency Special Import Measures Act Truck bodies — Decision Proposed Regulations Fisheries and Oceans, Dept. of Fisheries Act Regulations Amending the Aquatic Invasive Species Regulations Link: https://gazette.gc.ca/rp-pr/p1/2025/2025-11-01/html/index-eng.html

The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) has today initiated an administrative review to update the normal values and export prices of certain whole potatoes originating in or exported from the United States of America by Allied Potato Inc. for use or consumption in the province of British Columbia…

The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) has concluded an administrative review concerning the normal values and export prices of certain stainless steel sinks (sinks) originating in or exported from China. The administrative review is part of the CBSA’s enforcement of the Canadian International…

CARM Routine Maintenance Start Date / Time End Date / Time Clients Affected 2025-11-05 10:00 (ET) 2025-11-05 11:00 (ET) All CARM Portal Clients Description CBSA will be updating internal security certificates for its system application integrations with CARM. This is routine maintenance with no…

Chapter 06 Chapter 06 was published to: i) add the following OGD extensions: 06.02.10.0030.13 Avocado (Persea americana) – Unrooted plants 06.02.20.0021.18 Avocado (Persea americana) – Rooted plants 06.02.90.0100.26 Avocado (Persea americana) – In vitro plants 06.02.90.0100.27 Persea spp. (Other…

If you are an existing CCS or CTCS Designate this is for you! Every two years we allow access to our CCS course for current CCS and CTCS designates. Starting on November 3, 2025, you’ll have the opportunity to audit the course, which means you’ll be able to renew your knowledge at your own pace and…

The world is more dangerous and divided. The scale and speed of recent trade shifts and technological developments mean that Canada’s economic strategy must change dramatically. Canada’s new government is focused on transforming our economy from one that is reliant on a single trade partner to one…

Canadian yellow pea producers will now face tariffs in both of their major export markets after India announced a new 30 per cent levy on all imported yellow peas beginning Nov. 1. China imposed a 100 per cent tariff on Canadian yellow peas in March. It was seen as an act of retaliation for Canada's…