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In an effort to ensure the integrity of the AIRS database, updates resulting from the World Customs Organization (WCO) HS structure changes are published outside of the regular publication window. Chapter 30 was published to add the following OGD extensions. 30.02.13.1689 - Human blood, human…

Clients Affected: All importers, brokers and service providers who use EDI to transmit their data Please be advised that the Overdue Release Report has not been generated since December 30, 2016 and will not be available until further notice. We apologize for any inconvenience caused by this delay…

The following message is to advise that Version 3.0 of the Single Window Initiative (SWI) Integrated Import Declaration (IID) Electronic Commerce Client Requirements Document has been finalized and is available upon request. This version incorporates changes from Version 2.1 including Addendums 1, 2…

CORRECTION: Please see the correction in bold iii) change the release recommendation from "Approved" to "Refer to CFIA-NISC" for the following HS code with the end use "Other end uses - imported without bark" originating from the states of Alabama, Delaware, Nebraska, Oklahoma and Texas.

Clients Affected: All importers and brokers who submit their B3s and AO notification of release queries using the CCS/CADEX system. All Low Value Shipment (LVS) releases for the period of December 1, 2016 to December 31, 2016 should be consolidated and must be transmitted to the CBSA by Tuesday…

Please be advised that the following is additional information pertaining to this morning's publication of chapter 44. Chapter 44 was published to: i) modify the import conditions for the following HS codes originating from the states of Alabama and Oklahoma. 44.01.22.0122.09 - Ash - wood chips 44…

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency is making it possible for you to complete some of your business transactions with them online. Sign up for a My CFIA account and start the enrolment process. Over the course of 2017, the CFIA will gradually add a suite of services online, including the ability to…

Chapter 44 was published to add the end use "In Transit through Canada to a third country" to the following HS codes originating from the United States. 44.01.21.0121 - Wood chips, wood particles, coniferous, forestry products (not manufactured) 44.01.22.0122 - Wood chips, wood particles, non…

Please be advised that the Web page for “Canadian Certified Shellfish Dealers and List of Leases Approved to Export Raw Oyster Products to Japan” has been updated and is available at the following address: http://inspection.gc.ca/food/fish-and-seafood/exports/by-jurisdiction/j……

1. The purpose of this customs notice is to provide clarification on the required timeframes for the submission of ACI for ferry operators and highway carriers when transporting commercial goods onboard a ferry. 2. Ferries are required to transmit pre-arrival cargo and conveyance information as well…

1. The purpose of this customs notice is to clarify and communicate the CBSA’s policy on the issuance of Risk Assessment Notices in the marine mode. 2. The CBSA is currently updating its marine Electronic Commerce Client Requirements Document and the Advance Commercial Information webpage to align…

As we are gripped by icy winter weather across Canada (yes, even you, Vancouver!), we’d like you to think ahead to summer and beyond – to the next CSCB Annual Conference! We are delighted to announce that the 2017 CSCB conference will be taking place from September 24 th – 26 th at the Algonquin…

The Statement of Reasons was issued Monday, December 12, 2016: http://www.tcce-citt.gc.ca/en/node/7905#_Toc471399033

As a reminder, manufacturers and importers of products that are exempted or products that are allowed through permits are required to report to Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) every three years. A first report is to be submitted by March 31, 2017, on data from the calendar year 2016…

Canada's merchandise trade balance with the world recorded its first trade surplus since September 2014, moving from a $1.0 billion deficit in October to a $526 million surplus in November. Exports were up 4.3%, on the strength of increased exports of metal and non-metallic mineral products as well…

In an effort to ensure the integrity of the AIRS database, updates resulting from the World Customs Organization (WCO) HS structure changes will be published outside of the regular publication window for the week of January 2nd, 2017. Chapter 03 was published to add the end uses; "Ceremonial or…

The winter edition of the CBSA Today bulletin is available on the CBSA website. It covers the following topics: Modernizing to prepare for the future eManifest requirements New eManifest notices Outreach to freight forwarders Single Window Initiative update Reporting conveyances arriving in Canada…

Normal operations resume at the St-Bernard-de-Lacolle port of entry The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) is pleased to report normal operations have now resumed at the St-Bernard-de-Lacolle port of entry, which recently experienced a service disruption. We thank you for your patience and for…