CARM Delayed – New Timeline and Next Steps
Trade Update • April 20, 2024
innipeg, Manitoba – As we completed our final preparations for the CBSA Assessment and Revenue Management (CARM) system’s blackout period on April 26th, the government announced another delay in the implementation of CARM late on Friday.
Senior officials at CBSA have candidly described their technological infrastructure as ‘unbalanced’ and ‘patched together with bubble gum and duct tape’. While we recognize the inherent design issues in the CARM system, GHY is prepared and eager to advance with this new foundation.
As Canada’s longest-serving, independent Customs Broker, GHY has always prioritized the integrity of trade data and controls. It is disheartening to have invested months, years, and hundreds of thousands of dollars preparing for this pivotal change, only for it to be deferred once more to October 2024. Despite the delay, CBSA has not acknowledged their unpreparedness, instead attributing the postponement to potential strike actions.
We remain committed to collaborating with CBSA to address and resolve the design flaws before the rescheduled date. We will provide further updates soon and invite you to join our upcoming Q&A session this week. Please stay connected for more details.
Thank you for your continued dedication and resilience during these changing times.
Chris Bachinski
Co-Chief Executive Officer & President
GHY International | Geo. H. Young & Co. Ltd. | GHY USA Inc.
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