Wheat and barley tariff rate quotas reopen on August 1, 2023

Global Affairs Canada advises that the 2023-2024 tariff rate quotas (TRQs) for wheat, barley and their products will become accessible August 1, 2023.
The Canada Border Services Agency updates its verification targets

The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) posted on its website an updated page with the list of goods which are currently subject to its verification priorities.
Canada’s merchandise trade balance returns to a deficit position

Statistics Canada announced that the country’s merchandise imports rose 3%, in May while exports were down 3.8%.
Tentative agreement reached between BCMEA and ILWU at Canada’s Pacific ports

The British Columbia Maritime Employers Association (BCMEA) and the International Longshore and Warehouse Union (ILWU) Canada reached a tentative agreement on a new 4-year deal.
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.
Trans-Pacific Partnership enters into force for Brunei on July 12

The Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) will enter into force for Brunei on July 12.
Blue Water Bridge U.S.-bound span will be closed to traffic until October

The Blue Water Bridge links the border ports of entry of Point Edward, Ontario and Port Huron, Michigan.
Upgrades at St. Stephen Ferry Point Bridge, NB port of entry are now complete

The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) announced the completion of essential infrastructure upgrades that began last July at the Ferry Point Bridge port of entry, in St. Stephen, New Brunswick.
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. Government of Canada: Notice to industry: Fall 2023 import requirements for romaine lettuce from the United States Government of Canada: Changes to the Canadian Grade Compendium: Volume 9 – Import […]
ICC and WCO celebrate the 60th anniversary of the ATA Carnet

The International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) held its 13th World Chambers Congress from June 21-23, 2023 in Geneva, Switzerland.