CBSA Expands CARM RPP Contingency Plan to Cover All Goods in Sufferance Warehouses
The CBSA expands CARM RPP Contingency Plan to all goods in sufferance warehouses from July 10 to August 9, 2025, easing import delays during transition.
CBSA’s 2025 (July) Trade Verification Priorities
Will the updated July 2025 CBSA Trade Verification Priorities affect your business? What should you do if you've imported targeted goods? Find out the answers to these, and all the details you need to know here.
50% Surtax on Certain Steel Imports into Canada Effective June 27, 2025 (Updated)
Guidance now available - covers tariff-rate quotas, including detailed information on the purpose, coverage, quota volumes, duration, and method of administration. Effective June 27, 2025, the Government of Canada has imposed a 50% surtax on certain steel imports in response to unfair trade practices and global overcapacity. This punitive measure applies to designated steel products originating from specific countries identified as contributing to market distortions. Importers should review affected tariff classifications and prepare for immediate cost implications on impacted shipments.
Canada’s Export Control List Guide Available and Updated
The May 2025 edition of A Guide to Canada's Export Control List introduces new controls on emerging technologies including quantum computing, advanced semiconductors, and military sub-orbital craft, while removing select items such as certain unmanned submersible vehicles. Exporters in high-tech and defense sectors should review the changes closely. A full list of tracked amendments is available by request from the Export Controls Policy Division.
Webinar: Help Shape the Guide to Reporting to the Federal Plastics Registry
Have Your Say: Federal Plastics Registry – Phase 2. Environment and Climate Change Canada is developing a guidance document to support Phase 2 reporting to the Federal Plastics Registry. A summary of the proposed content is now available for review, and we welcome your feedback by July 24, 2025. To support your review, join one of our upcoming webinars (in English or French) on June 26 or July 10 for an overview and Q&A session. Get the meeting links.
Canada’s New Measures to Defend Steel and Aluminum Industry Against U.S. Tariffs
The Government of Canada announced a robust set of measures to defend the country’s steel and aluminum industries in response to new U.S. tariffs. These include adjusted counter-tariffs, reciprocal procurement rules, import quotas on non-FTA steel, and new origin-based tariff rules. The federal government is also launching industry task forces and continuing financial support for large businesses impacted by trade instability. As negotiations for a new Canada-U.S. economic partnership continue, Ottawa is making it clear: protecting Canadian workers and industrial resilience is non-negotiable.
Resources to Support Canadian Exporters Facing U.S. Tariffs
Global Affairs Canada has launched new Trade Commissioner Service tools to help exporters navigate U.S. tariffs and benefit from CUSMA exemptions. Since March 7, 2025, CUSMA-compliant goods have been exempt from the 25% tariff on general goods and 10% on energy products. New resources include a compliance guide, self-serve tools, and links to support programs.
U.S. Surtax Remission Order Updated
The CBSA has updated the United States Surtax Remission Order (Customs Notice 25-19) to expand eligibility and clarify conditions for relief from surtaxes imposed under recent U.S. trade measures. The updates introduce new guidance for goods imported under the Courier Low Value Shipment (CLVS) program and clarify eligibility for products used in Canadian manufacturing, food and beverage packaging, and public health or safety applications. Notably, only goods directly imported by or for eligible entities—and used for qualifying activities—may receive remission. Businesses that qualify may recover surtax already paid or apply for relief on future imports using the designated OIC code.
Recover Your Surtax
Canada has issued the United States Surtax Remission Order (2025) to provide targeted relief from 25% surtaxes on U.S. goods used in health care, public safety, manufacturing, and essential supply chains. The Order includes a detailed schedule of eligible products and applies to imports made before October 16, 2025.
U.S. Surtax Remission Order – Critical Imports
Canada has issued the United States Surtax Remission Order (2025) to provide targeted relief from 25% surtaxes on U.S. goods used in health care, public safety, manufacturing, and essential supply chains. The Order includes a detailed schedule of eligible products and applies to imports made before October 16, 2025.
