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Brokers are advised that the correction period for August 2014 Softwood Lumber permits ends September 9, 2014 at 17:00 ET. We remind you of the importance of submitting correct information on permits as this is imperative to the operation of the Softwood Lumber Agreement. Please submit permit…

The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) has today concluded a re-investigation, in accordance with the Special Import Measures Act (SIMA), of the normal values and export prices of refined sugar, refined from sugar cane or sugar beets, in granulated, liquid and powdered form (refined sugar)…

Section 9.2 of the Notice to Importers Serial no. 838, dated November 15, 2013 (Notice 838) has been amended. Currently, Section 9.2 states that: Processors considered to be related to foodservice companies are not normally eligible for an allocation under the non-ICL portion of the chicken TRQ…

Chapter 01 was published to add two registration types to the following HS codes originating from the state of Colorado and Texas for the end use of "Canadian animals returning" staying in the USA 30 days or less. NO VERSION CHANGE. 01.02.21 - Cattle: Pure-bred breeding animals 01.02.29 - Cattle…

The following has been updated and is now available on the CFIA website: The Code of Practice for the Harvest, Transport, Processing, and Export of Seal Products Intended for Human Consumption has been updated. Appendix II: Assessing Suitability of Seals has been added: http://www.inspection.gc.ca…

The following meat hygiene directives are now available on the CFIA website: http://www.inspection.gc.ca/food/meat-and-poultry-products/manual-of-pr… MHD 2014-18 Chapters 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 17 (2014-07-03)

a) Chapter 02 was published to remove a registration type from the following HS codes originating from Mexico. NO VERSION CHANGE. 02.01 - Meat of bovine animals, fresh or chilled. 02.02 - Meat of bovine animals, frozen. 02.06.10 - Of bovine animals, fresh or chilled 02.06.29 - Of bovine animals…

Only a few days left until this year’s annual conference! If you are planning on attending and haven’t already registered, there is no time like the present! Check out the conference program now. Several service providers and suppliers have indicated their support for the customs brokerage community…

Registration is open for the 2014-15 Certified Customs Specialist (CCS) course. The online CCS course offers flexible and interactive professional training for adult learners. Available in both English and French, the CCS course covers the entire CCS curriculum, including web-based tests and…

The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) has today initiated a re-investigation, in accordance with the Special Import Measures Act (SIMA), of the normal values and export prices of certain copper tube originating in or exported from the Federative Republic of Brazil, the Hellenic Republic, the…

The Canada Border Services Agency processes goods for import, collects duties and taxes and enforces Canadian laws and regulations. Goods not in compliance with laws, acts or regulations may be seized or detained. Seizures are executed for serious infractions and/or on undeclared goods under section…

CN is implementing changes to CN 9000, our Optional Services tariff, for the handling of Western Canada Grain. These changes will take effect on September 14, 2014. A summary of the upcoming changes is included here for your reference. The entire copy of CN 9000 is available here. This notice is…

The RCC Joint Forward Plan, discusses what has been accomplished with the initial 29 initiatives as well as reflect on lessons learned by regulators and stakeholders who have worked on this effort. An approach to deepen and broaden our regulatory cooperation partnership moving forward is also…

IN THE MATTER OF a preliminary injury inquiry, pursuant to subsection 34(2) of the Special Import Measures Act, respecting: Concrete reinforcing bar originating in or exported from the People’s Republic of China, the Republic of Korea and the Republic of Turkey. The Preliminary Determination of…

a) Chapter 05 was published to add the following OGD extension. 05.11.99.1298.15 - Chiroptera (bats) b) Chapter 07 was published to change the release recommendation from "Approved" to "Refuse entry" for the following HS codes originating from Poland. 07.09.60.0001 - Pepper (fresh or chilled) 07.09…

The following outlines a change to the RIV program, including the availability of online vehicle import forms. Please note that webinars will be available in September, 2014 to outline tips and features of the online vehicle import form application and answer any questions you may have. http://cscb…