Keeping you informed

There have been significant updates ahead of the CARM transition in October (CN-24-27). These include revised procedures for submitting Duties Relief Program applications, drawback claims, and commercial temporary importations (CN-24-28). Additionally, a new 25% surtax on steel and aluminum products from China has been introduced. Stakeholders are also reminded of the upcoming regulatory changes for steel imports, specifically the requirement for Country of Melt and Pour (COM) information, which will be mandatory for clearance starting November 5, 2024.

Due to the labour disruption at both Canadian railways, Intermodal Rail shipments will be delayed. Read more.

The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) has announced an update on its plans for the launch of the CBSA Assessment and Revenue Management (CARM) digital initiative, aimed at modernizing the collection of duties and taxes for goods imported into Canada.

Summit Customs Brokers proudly announces its sponsorship of Sgt. Dayne Campbell for the upcoming Cops For Cancer bike ride across Canada.

The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) has announced an update on its plans for the launch of the CBSA Assessment and Revenue Management (CARM) digital initiative, aimed at modernizing the collection of duties and taxes for goods imported into Canada.

The Government of Canada is committed to transparency in the collection and publication of data related to steel imports.

The Supply Chains Act comes into force on January 1, 2024. Further details about the reporting process and guidance for reporting entities are now available.

In a recent notice released on November 1, 2023, the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has highlighted the mandatory requirement for most food importers to possess a valid Safe Food for Canadians licence (SFC licence).

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