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President Trump issued an Executive Order July 7th postponing the effective date of higher country-specific rates until 12:01am on August 1, 2025

Extending the Modification of the Reciprocal Tariff Rates – The White House



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CBSA Trade Verification Priorities & Compliance Tools – 2025

What is the CBSA Trade Verification Program?The CBSA conducts trade compliance verifications to:• Confirm the accuracy of tariff classification, valuation, and origin declarations• Ensure proper application of trade agreements and …



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New Steel Import Rules: What Canadian Importers Must Know – Surtax on the Importation of Certain Steel Goods

Effective June 27, 2025, certain steel goods imported into Canada are subject to a surtax in the amount of 50% of the value for duty in accordance with the Order …



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Port of Buffalo- FDA Bridge Coverage for Independence Day Holiday

The FDA bridge coverage at the Port of Buffalo for 4th of July Day holiday is as follows: • Friday, July 4th – FDA office at Peace Bridge will be …



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484(f) Committee Changes to HTS and Schedule B for July 1 Posted

Please be advised that the Harmonized tariff schedule (HTS) was updated effective July 1st , and includes new or revised tariff classifications. We encourage you to review these changes, particularly …



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Federal government strengthens the Canadian Free Trade Agreement

On June 30, 2025, the Honourable Chrystia Freeland, Minister of Transport and Internal Trade, announced a historic step towards freer trade within Canada. As part of the Government’s efforts to …



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Canada Drops Digital Tax! What This Means for Cross-Border Trade with the U.S. – Game-Changing Deal Incoming?

Department of Canada – News release



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UK Tariff deal begins JUN 30 & Canada rescinds DST to continue Trade talks

UK Tariff Deal Special Tariff Provisions Begin June 30 GUIDANCE: 2025 United Kingdom Automobile Tariff Rate Quota CSMS # 65475228 – GUIDANCE: 2025 United Kingdom Automobile Tariff Rate Quota QB …



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Restrictions on dairy products and hides and skins from Italy due to Lumpy Skin Disease

Due to an outbreak of Lumpy Skin Disease (LSD) in Italy, the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has imposed restrictions on import of the following commodities originating from cattle or …



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Updates to the CFIA Fish List

Please be advised that the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has added the common names for the following fish species within the CFIA Fish List: Scientific name – English / …



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Canada bolsters its measures to protect Canadian steel and aluminum workers and industries

The Minister of Finance and National Revenue, the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, announced a series of measures to protect Canadian steel and aluminum producers and workers, some of these are listed …



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Urgent Notice – U.S. Customs increasing Scrutiny on Trade Remedy Compliance

Willson International Ltd. would like to bring to your attention critical development in US Customs enforcement that may significantly impact your import operations. US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has …



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Updated – Customs Notice 22-12: Ukraine Goods Remission Order

CBSA has updated Customs Notice 22-12: Ukraine Goods Remission Order with the new end date of June 9, 2026. Remission is granted of the customs duties paid or payable in …



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Department of Finance briefs industry stakeholders on Canada’s response to U.S. tariffs

Yesterday, the Deputy Minister of Finance, Chris Forbes, hosted a briefing with Canadian industry and labour stakeholders on Canada-United States (U.S.) economic issues.  The Deputy Minister outlined the measures announced …



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Canada announces new, strengthened partnership with the European Union

On June 23, 2025, the Prime Minister, Mark Carney, announced an historic step forward for Canada’s relationship with the European Union (EU). Together with President Costa and President von der Leyen, the …



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