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Feb 2, 2015

CBSA implements new seizure policy

Recently the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) announced the implementation of a new seizure policy for undervalued shipments… Read more 

Feb 2, 2015

CITT concludes expiry proceedings on steel plate types

On January 30, 2015, the Canadian International Trade Tribunal (CITT) concluded their expiry proceedings concerning the dumping of… Read more 

Feb 2, 2015

CFIA changes import requirements for root crops

As of February 2, 2015, the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) no longer requires an import permit for… Read more 

Jan 30, 2015

Drivers, union in driver’s seat with potential Port Metro Vancouver strike

When it comes to whether Port Metro Vancouver will experience a crippling drayage strike like it did last… Read more 

Jan 29, 2015

New export requirements for potatoes from PEI

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has advises that, effective January 26, 2015, new requirements are in place… Read more 

Jan 27, 2015

Industry guide on infant cribs, cradles, bassinets and related products

Health Canada has published an industry guide that provides information on cribs, cradles, bassinets and related products. The… Read more 

Jan 26, 2015

Government of Canada prohibits certain exports to Russia

The Government of Canada (Government) recently announced that it is prohibiting the export, sale, supply or shipment to… Read more 

Jan 26, 2015

US-COOL oral hearing appeal opens for public viewing

The Appellate Body Division of the World Trade Organization (WTO) has announced that they will open the oral… Read more 

Jan 26, 2015

Health Canada seeking input on synthetic colors labelling

Health Canada is proposing to amend the current labelling regulations so that food colors would be required to… Read more 

Jan 22, 2015

CITT clears way for possible refunds of downward price adjustments

In Canada, the basis for customs valuation affecting imported goods centers on the rules and methods included in… Read more