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The Automated Import Reference System (AIRS) is a user friendly, searchable database of CFIA import requirements. Through a series of questions and answers the system leads users through the applicable regulations and policies to information on all CFIA import requirements for specific commodities…

The following is excerpted from a 2 July 2013 news release by Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development Canada. Foreign Affairs Minister John Baird today concluded participation at the annual Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN)-Canada Post Ministerial Conference and ASEAN Regional Forum. On…

Order and reasons issued Monday, June 17, 2013 The Order and Statement of Reasons are available on the CITT website at: http://www.citt.gc.ca/appeals/procedures/ap2m66a_e.asp

The following is excerpted from a 3 July 2013 release by Statistics Canada. Canada's merchandise imports fell 3.2% and exports declined 1.6%. As a result, Canada's trade deficit with the world decreased from $951 million in April to $303 million in May. This release is available in its entirety at…

CCS designates are reminded that the second quiz for CCS designates is due this Thursday, July 4th at 2pm EDT. As always, the quiz is worth ten professional development points toward maintenance of the CCS designation, and is FREE of charge. Don't miss this opportunity to obtain ten points! The…

Brokers are advised that the correction period for JUNE 2013 Softwood Lumber permits ends July 10, 2013, 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 corrections…

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) is asking consumers and food industry stakeholders to express their opinions on three elements of the Safe Food for Canadians Action Plan, which aims to strengthen and modernize Canada's food safety system. The three elements are: - CFIA's compliance…

The following is a message from Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA), Border Commercial Consultative Committee (BCCC) Secretariat, for the Vice-President, Programs Branch. I am happy to announce that the Customs Controlled Areas (CCA) Regulations were published last Wednesday, June 19 in the Canada…

The following is excerpted from a 28 June 2013 news release by CBSA. The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) announced today that it will begin implementing Phase II of the Entry/Exit Initiative with the United States (U.S.) Department of Homeland Security (DHS) on June 30, 2013, as outlined in the…

The following is excerpted from the 2 July 2013 edition of Canadian Transportation & Logistics. US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has begun Phase I of a truck cargo pre-inspection pilot. The project, which got underway at the Pacific Highway crossing adjacent to Surrey, B.C. June 17, is a…

Members might be interested in a new Customs Notice related to record keeping requirements for goods imported duty free under tariff item 9948.00.00. Previous information on issues associated with this tariff classification, used for iPods and televisions, has been provided to members. According to…

Further to the June 28 message, CBSA have issued the following Customs Notice: Customs Notice 13-016, Relief for Businesses Directly Impacted by the Floods in Alberta http://cbsa-asfc.gc.ca/publications/cn-ad/cn13-016-eng.html The CSCB contacted CBSA on the 25th of June requesting that members…

The following is excerpted from a 28 June 2013 release by Statistics Canada. Real gross domestic product grew 0.1% in April, a fourth consecutive monthly increase. Service industries led the gain in April. The output of service industries expanded 0.3% in April, with almost all major industrial…

The following is excerpted from a 28 June 2013 release by Statistics Canada. The Industrial Product Price Index (IPPI) was unchanged from April. Higher prices for petroleum and coal products offset declines for primary metal products and lumber and other wood products. The Raw Materials Price Index…

Starting Date Appeal No. Appellant Act Type of Hearing 2013-07-09 AP-2012-023 J. Hains Customs Act File Hearing 2013-07-30 AP-2012-067 Hudson’s Bay Company Customs Act Public Hearing 2013-08-01 AP-2012-060 Cycles Lambert Inc. Customs Act File Hearing 2013-08-06 AP-2012-055 L. Lavoie Customs Act File…

The following is excerpted from a 28 June 2013 news release by Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development Canada. The Honourable Ed Fast, Minister of International Trade and Minister for the Asia-Pacific Gateway, today marked the conclusion of a round of negotiations for a trade in services agreement…

Please note this advisory will be re-released as a Customs Notice shortly. The content will be the same. In February 2013, the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) sent a notice advising clients that although payment for the June K84 will be due as usual on the last business day of the month (June…

The following is a CBSA Message (EDI13-048) - (Amendment to 2nd paragraph) The following is a message to all Electronic Commerce clients. The Electronic Commerce Unit of the Canada Border Services Agency will be closed on the statutory holiday of Monday, July 1, 2013. For client service outside…

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) National Import Operations Division will be closed for the Canada Day holiday on Monday July 1, 2013 from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM (EST). If you require assistance please contact the National Import Service Centre (NISC) at: 1-289-247-4099 /1-800-835-4486 We…