CBSA Advisory:
High EDI and eManifest volumes are causing 1-3 hour processing delays. Outbound messages and portal data may be affected, including “Updating” status issues. GHY continues to process the movement of goods.
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Blending Legacies with Care: How GHY International and W.G. McKay Unite Around People and Service
GHY International’s acquisition of W.G. McKay is about continuity, care, and collaboration, blending two legacies with 235 years of combined customs brokerage experience. Clients can expect the same trusted team and processes, now supported by broader resources, smarter tools, and a shared commitment to excellence. Together, we’re reinforcing a standard of service that keeps trade moving with precision and accountability.
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For North American Importers, GHY focuses on Customs Brokerage and Trade Compliance. Unlike other Customs Brokers, this is all that we do. We Free Trade™ so you can focus on running and growing your business.
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CBP Schedules Training Webinars for New Forced Labor Portal
CBP will hold three webinars in January 2026 to train importers on using the Forced Labor Portal. The Portal handles Withhold Release Orders, Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act reviews, UFLPA exception requests, and CAATSA exception requests. Importers must submit detained or excluded shipments through the Portal for review.
CBSA Announces Changes to U.S. Surtax Remission Order (Updated)
Canada has updated the U.S. Surtax Remission Order, expanding relief for steel, aluminum, motor vehicle, and aerospace goods. As of Dec. 24, 2025, remission applies only to goods for eligible entities, covering manufacturing, processing, packaging, agriculture, health care, public safety, and national security, with updated authorization codes. The Department of Finance issued guidance on steel derivative surtax remission requests.
Canada Releases List of Steel Derivative Products Subject to 25% Tariff (Updated)
Canada will impose a 25% surtax on steel derivative products starting December 26, 2025. The list includes structural components, wires, fencing, chains, fasteners, springs, furniture, lighting, and prefabricated buildings. The CBSA confirmed the surtax applies to all goods under these tariff codes, even without steel, with exemptions and remission considered case by case.
