Canada has updated poultry import rules after a highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) outbreak in Chile. Poultry, birds, and certain products from restricted zones are banned, while items from unaffected regions remain eligible. Importers should consult Canada’s official HPAI status list to ensure compliance.
Bill C-12 is now law in Canada, introducing updates to immigration processing, border enforcement, and agency coordination. The law expands export inspection powers, strengthens action against organized crime and illegal drugs, and improves data sharing. It also supports more efficient asylum processing.
The CBSA completed its administrative review of carbon steel welded pipe imports from Pakistan, the Philippines, Türkiye, and Vietnam. Normal values and export prices were assessed under SIMA, with Turkish exporters found not affected by market distortions. Importers and exporters must comply to avoid retroactive duties.
CBSA is seeking stakeholder feedback on proposed updates to Memorandum D4‑1‑4, including clarified policy language and the new BSF897 warehouse enrolment form. Trade and logistics stakeholders can submit comments by April 23, 2026, to help refine the sufferance warehouse program under CARM.
Canada’s Customs Notice 26‑08 requires CFIA import permits for all bat (Chiroptera) specimens, parts, and derivatives. Permits must be issued before the shipment arrives in Canada, and accurate scientific declarations are mandatory. Non‑compliant shipments will be destroyed or removed from the country.
Canadian entities and government institutions must submit their annual forced labour supply chain reports by May 31, 2026. Reports should cover the previous fiscal year, outline steps taken to address forced or child labour risks, and be published on the organization’s website and in Public Safety Canada’s catalogue.
The Canadian International Trade Tribunal continued orders on carbon steel screws, opened inquiries on truck bodies and government-procured software, amended its order on photovoltaic modules, and confirmed a preliminary injury finding on forged grinding media from China. Stakeholders should monitor these actions closely.
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) extended the compliance promotion period for bulk fertilizers to July 31, 2027. This extension allows the industry more time to work with CFIA on practical labeling solutions while inspectors monitor compliance and address non-safety issues. Serious safety concerns are still acted on immediately.
The Canada Border Services Agency is consulting on updates to Memorandum D10-14-35, which governs classification of sauces, mixed condiments, and seasonings under tariff heading 21.03. Stakeholders must review draft guidance and submit feedback by March 27, 2026 to ensure accurate and consistent tariff classifications.
Canada updated Customs Notice 25-05 under the China Surtax Remission Order (2024), covering eligible steel and aluminum goods, Schedule 1 and 2 import rules, special authorization codes, and procedures for claiming remission or filing corrections via CARM. Compliance with CBSA documentation and reporting requirements is required.
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