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Update on Tariff Changes for Steel & Aluminum

On June 4th, the White House issued an Executive Order to increase tariffs under Section 232 for Steel & Aluminum to 50%. Additionally, all steel and aluminum articles subject to Section …



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U.S. Trade Representative announces extension to Section 301 exclusions

The Office of US Trade Representative announced the extension of exclusions in Section 301.  The exclusions that were scheduled to expire on May 31, 2025, have now been extended to …



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What’s new with tariffs?

On June 4th, the White House issued a Proclamation to increase tariffs under Section 232 for Steel & Aluminum to 50%. In addition, there has been an update to Executive Order …



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Government of Canada strengthens border security

On June 3, 2025, the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Public Safety introduced the Bill, the Strong Borders Act.It’s reported that the Bill will • ensure law enforcement has the …



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Amendment to A Guide to Canada’s Export Control List

Incorporating international commitments made until May 2025 On May 30, 2025, the Government of Canada finalized the process to produce the latest version of (the Guide). The new version of …



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Pest Management Regulatory Agency (PMRA) – webinar

The Pest Management Regulatory Agency (PMRA) will be holding a webinar for stakeholders and the public on Friday, June 13, 2025, from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m., Eastern Time. The proposed amendment …



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Prime Minister Carney responds to U.S. Court ruling

This report by The Canadian Press was first published May 29, 2025. Prime Minister Mark Carney says he welcomes the decision by the U.S. Court of International Trade to strike …



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US Court of International Trade rules against Trump’s tariffs

The U.S. Court of International Trade (CIT) has issued a significant ruling invalidating certain tariffs imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA). The decision stems from two consolidated …



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CARM Scheduled Maintenance – May 31/Jun 01

The following is provided by the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA). Due to system maintenance activities, the CARM Client Portal, CAD EDI, CAD API, Tariff, Duty & Taxes Calculator, and …



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The US House of Representatives passed the “One, Big, Beautiful’ reconciliation bill on Thursday May 22, 2025. Language is included to repeal de minimis by July 1, 2027

PASSED: The One, Big, Beautiful Bill Moves One Step Closer to President Trump’s Desk – Ways and Means



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President Trump announced he will delay 50% tariff on European Union (EU) until July 9, 2025

Trump says he’ll delay threatened 50% tariff on EU until July | AP News



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Updated – Canada Organic Regime import requirements website

The following is provided by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA). The CFIA has updated their Canada Organic Regime import requirements website.  That site contains information related to:



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Updated: Customs Notice 25-19: United States Surtax Remission Order (2025)

Customs Notice 25-19: United States Surtax Remission Order (2025) (link ) has been updated with the following paragraphs: 8. Claims for relief of surtax upon importation or for refund of …



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Updated: Customs Notice 25-22: End of Release Prior to Payment (RPP) Transition Period

Please see below for the updates made to Customs Notice 25-22: End of Release Prior to Payment (RPP) Transition Period (link) 10. Importer program accounts (BN15) who wish to enrol …



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CARM – Release Prior to Payment transition period has ended – TIME’S UP

IF YOU HAVE NOT POSTED FINANCIAL SECURITY IN THE CARM CLIENT PORTAL EXPECT DELAYS! Importers who do not post financial security requirement by May 20, 2025, will no longer be …



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