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What The New CARM Release Date Means For Canadian Importers

On August 14th, 2023, the Canada Border Services Agency announced that the import-altering aspects of CARM (CBSA’s Assessment and Revenue Management) Release 2 are now expected in May of 2024. Release 2 remains on schedule, releasing in October of 2023, but as a test environment for industry and software partners.

Value For Duty 'Last Sale' Proposed Changes

In May 2023, Canada Border Services Agency published a proposed amendment to the value for duty regulations. The intent of their proposal is to remove, in CBSA’s view, the unfair advantage to Non-Resident Importers (NRIs) by basing Value for Duty (VFD) on the last sale price in a series of sales, regardless of when that sale took place (either before or after importation). However, the proposed amendment does not limit the changes to NRIs but is an overall change to the regulations that therefore have a broader application leading to potentially unintended consequences for resident Canadian importers.

Importing Agricultural Equipment Into Canada

If you're searching for agricultural equipment in Canada, your best bet is to explore the vast US marketplace. With more manufacturers located there, you'll have access to a wider selection, better availability, and competitive pricing. Today we will guide you through the process of importing self-propelled or towable agricultural equipment into Canada, ensuring a smooth and hassle-free border crossing. 

Don’t Let Loose Threads Ruin Your Wedding Day

With wedding season fast approaching, Canadian event vendors are placing their orders. This year is forecasted to include the largest number of weddings worldwide, and many wedding dress shops will be looking for more inventory than ever before. With 80% of wedding dresses made in the US, many Canadian bridal shops will be importing these beautiful gowns. But did you know that a single cotton thread in the dress can impact rules of origin, and determine if a Free Trade Agreement can be used or not? This is an example of one of the many things to consider when importing textiles into Canada.