Category Archives: Compliance

The Essential Guide to Canadian Customs Declarations for New Importers

Navigating the world of importing can be overwhelming, especially for new importers. Understanding Canadian customs declarations is crucial for ensuring a smooth and successful import...

The Crucial Role Trade Consulting Firms Play to Mitigate Trade Compliance Risks

Navigating the complexities of international trade regulations is a significant challenge for businesses engaged in importing and exporting goods between the US and Canada. Understanding...

Trade Compliance Verifications – January 2017

Random verifications are designed to measure compliance rates and revenue loss and the results may be used for many purposes, including: Risk assessment; Revenue assessment;...

Consulting Bulletin

Tariff Changes 2017 Jan 1 2017 there were many tariff changes.  The 2017 Tariff reflects changes to the Harmonized System (HS) from the World Customs...

Notice of Preliminary Determination: Gypsum Board from United States of America

On September 6, 2016, the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA), pursuant to subsection 38(1) of the Special Import Measures Act (SIMA), made a preliminary determination...

21 Steps to a Completed Canada Customs Invoice

We’ve made it incredibly easy for you to complete the Canada Customs Invoice in 21 steps. Here is a screenshot of a sample completed invoice:...

Notice to Industry – Importation of Fresh Fruit and Vegetables with Sulphites

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) is reminding importers that fresh fruit and vegetables intended to be consumed raw and that are treated with sulphites...

Customs Brokerage 101: Everything You Need to Know

If you want to succeed in today’s global market, you have to master the art of International trade. That includes knowing your way around the complexities of...