Many importers first hear about the CLVS Program after a courier shipment to Canada is delayed, assessed for duties and taxes, or flagged for more customs information. The Courier Low Value Shipment Program Canada is a CBSA process for eligible low-value goods imported by authorized couriers. For qualifying courier shipments, CLVS can help streamline reporting, […]
Customs Notice 26-14: Certain Canned Vegetable Goods Surtax.
This notice provides information on the application of the Certain Canned Vegetable Goods Surtax Order, effective June 19, 2026, specifically regarding the provisional safeguard measure (via a 10% surtax), on certain canned vegetable goods imported into Canada. Effective June 19, 2026, certain canned vegetable goods imported into Canada are subject to a surtax in the […]
Customs Clearance in Canada: Step-by-Step Process for First-Time Importers
Customs clearance in Canada is the process of declaring imported goods to the Canada Border Services Agency, submitting required shipment and accounting details, meeting any government agency requirements, and paying applicable duties and taxes before goods can move into the Canadian market. For first-time importers, working with a Canadian customs broker can make the process […]
Commercial and Personal Mango Imports into Canada
Importing mangoes into Canada requires strict adherence to both Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) and Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) regulations. All mango imports must be declared at the border and meet phytosanitary requirements to ensure they are free of soil, pests, and plant debris. Personal Use vs. Commercial Import Personal Use: You can bring […]
Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) Actively Protects Domestic Industries by Launching Trade Investigations
The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) is actively protecting domestic industries by launching trade investigations into unfairly priced and subsidized steel racks, forged grinding media, and plywood imported from China. CBSA Actions & Investigations Steel Racks & Plywood: On April 20, 2026, the CBSA launched investigations into whether steel racks and certain plywood products from […]
Canada tells U.S., Mexico it wants CUSMA renewed.
Canada has given the U.S. and Mexico official notice that it wants the free trade deal between the three countries to be renewed. In a letter to his American and Mexican counterparts, Canada-U.S. Trade Minister Dominic LeBlanc said the country is seeking renewal of the Canada-U.S.-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA) when it comes up for review on […]
Canadian Customs Guide for Importing Packaging Materials
What Importers Must Get Right Before Shipment Arrives Packaging materials imported into Canada are treated as standalone goods under customs law. Each shipment must be classified, valued, and documented based on material, use, and regulatory requirements. Errors in classification or documentation can delay customs clearance, increase duties, or trigger compliance reviews. This applies across a […]
Canada and Brazil Are Currently Negotiating a Comprehensive Free Trade Agreement (FTA)
Canada and Brazil are currently in negotiations for a comprehensive Free Trade Agreement (FTA) through the Canada-Mercosur Free Trade Agreement talks, which are expected to be signed by late 2026. While no bilateral FTA currently exists, the agreement aims to deepen economic ties with South America’s largest market, focusing on key sectors such as agriculture, […]
Government passes legislation to implement Canada-Indonesia Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement
On May 6, 2026, Parliament approved Bill C-18, An Act to implement the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement between Canada and Indonesia. The Act provides the legislative authority to implement the Canada-Indonesia agreement, which aims to: establish a free trade area in accordance with the Agreement; promote, through the expansion of reciprocal trade, the harmonious development […]
China – Approval and Registration of Canadian Establishments Producing Pet Food
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has received updated information and revised documentation from China regarding the approval and registration of Canadian establishments producing pet food. Establishments that are currently exporting to China, as well as those planning to begin exporting to the Chinese market, must complete the new Checklist and Registration Table. These documents […]