Federal court rules CFIA doe no have to compensate producers’ losses for restricting imports of honey bees
The Federal Court of Canada issued it’s decision in a national class action lawsuit regarding the importation of honey bee packages from the United States.
Reminder: Modifications to GPT, LDCT, and CCCT preferential tariffs to be implemented in 2025
Canada maintains non-reciprocal tariff preference programs for goods imported from developing countries under the Customs Tariff, including the General Preferential Tariff (GPT) and Least Developed Country Tariff (LDCT), the new General Preferential Tariff Plus (GPTP) and the Commonwealth Caribbean Country Tariff (CCCT).
CBSA is initiating an investigation into concerns regarding dumping of certain corrosion-resistant steel sheet from Türkiye
The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) announced that it is initiating an investigation to determine whether corrosion-resistant steel sheet originating in or exported from Türkiye by Borçelik Çelik Sanayi Ticaret A.S. (Borçelik) is being sold at unfair prices in Canada. This practice can harm Canadian industries by undercutting Canadian prices, which undermines fair competition.
Consultations on a potential Canada-Philippines free trade agreement
On December 5, 2024, Canada and the Philippines announced the launch of exploratory discussions for a potential bilateral free trade agreement (FTA).
Goods and Services Tax/Harmonized Sales Tax break on certain imported items
The Government of Canada announced plans to provide a Goods and Services Tax/Harmonized Sales Tax (GST/HST) tax break on certain items beginning December 14, 2024, and ending February 15, 2025.
GST/HST Holiday Tax Break for Canadian Families
The Government of Canada has proposed introducing a new GST/HST holiday tax break. This initiative provides a temporary tax exemption on certain essential items, such as diapers, children’s clothing, and feminine hygiene products. Imported goods would qualify for temporary GST/HST relief as long as they meet the other qualifying conditions. The tax relief would be […]
Selected Government Memorandums, Notices and Decisions
Here is a selection of relevant memorandums, notices, and decisions published this week. If you have any questions, be sure to contact your Axxess specialist.
Reminder: Blanket certificates of origin need to be renewed for 2025
Blanket certificates of origin, whether for CUSMA or for other free trade agreements, are usually set to begin on January 1 and to expire, twelve months later, on December 31.
Global air cargo demand was up 9.8% in October 2024
According to data for the month of October released by the International Air Transport Association (IATA), global air cargo markets are still showing a strong annual growth in demand.
Canada’s merchandise trade deficit narrows to $924 million in October
Statistics Canada announced that Canada’s merchandise exports increased 1.1% in October, while imports rose 0.5%.