On April 1, 2026, the Canadian International Trade Tribunal (CITT), pursuant to subsection 76.03(1) of the Special Import Measures Act (SIMA), initiated an expiry review of its order issued on June 2, 2021 (Expiry Review No. RR-2020-002), concerning the dumping of certain whole potatoes exported from the United States of America for use or consumption […]
New procedure for registering pet food establishments.
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has received updated information and revised documents from China regarding the approval and registration of Canadian establishments that produce pet food. Establishments that are already exporting to China, as well as those wishing to begin exporting to that market, must complete the new Checklist and the Registration Table. These […]
EV Import Quota from China – Canada Policy Update
As part of the preliminary joint arrangement between Canada and the People’s Republic of China, Canada has committed to establishing an annual import quota for electric vehicles (EVs) originating from China. The quota volume for the first year is 49,000 vehicles, and this volume will increase by 6.5% annually. The portion of the quota reserved […]
Using Necessary SIMA Fields in CARM
While the CARM system will automatically calculate the amount of SIMA duties payable based on the information provided, you are still responsible for verifying that the assessed amounts are correct and, if necessary, self-declaring the correct amounts. Note that self-assessments can only be made for higher amounts. Required SIMA Fields in CARM In addition to […]
Notice of Preliminary Determinations – Truck Bodies (TB 2025 IN)
On March 6, 2026, the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA), pursuant to subsection 38(1) of the Special Import Measures Act (SIMA), made preliminary determinations of dumping and subsidizing with respect to truck bodies originating in or exported from the People’s Republic of China. The subject goods are usually imported under the following tariff classification numbers: […]
Steel Derivative Goods Surtax Remission Order.
Application: Remission relating to health care, public health, public safety, national defence or national security, per section 1 and section 5 of the Remission Order, is granted of surtaxes paid or payable under the Steel Derivative Goods Surtax Order in respect of goods imported for use by any of the following entities for the purpose […]
U.S. legislative proposal would change requirements for non-resident importers.
A new legislative proposal would impose new requirements on non-resident businesses that wish to serve as the importer of record (IOR) for imports to the United States. The Securing Accountability in Foreign Entries Act would require foreign companies that act as IORs to become resident importers, by requiring them to be: – a U.S. citizen […]
Modify Your Import-Export Program (RM) Account
You can use the CARM Client Portal to make RM account modifications, including: Changing your program account’s name or address Cancelling enrollment in the CBSA program To reactivate a closed CBSA program account, submit your request to the CARM Client Support and Helpdesk. Support Link: https://www.cbsa-asfc.gc.ca/services/carm-gcra/support-eng.html Client Support Contact Form (Online): https://contact.cbsa-asfc.cloud-nuage.canada.ca/csform-formulaire?lang=en_CA Commercial importing – […]
CARM: Reconciling Your Accounts Through Offsetting
“Offsetting” is the process of clearing debits and credits across accounts within the CARM system (also known as “cross-clearing”). You can view all credits and debits and find out if they have cleared by consulting your “Transaction History” in the CARM Client Portal. Credits appear on your business account when you make a payment or […]
How to Get Duty Refunds via the CARM Client Portal
You can request duty refunds via the CARM Client Portal (CBSA Assessment and Revenue Management) for various reasons such as drawback programs, adjustments, appeals (re-determinations), or duplicate payments. This is done by submitting claims or appeals for specific transactions, ensuring you have a valid BN15 account and required documentation, and using features like statements of […]