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Transport Canada enforcement of non-compliance AMPS regime
Transport Canada proposes to enforce Administrative Monetary Penalty (AMPs) on non-compliance issues under the Motor Vehicles Safety act. The proposed… Read more
CBSA and EU sign Mutual Recognition Agreement trusted trader program to enhance supply chain security and facilitate trade
Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) announced the signing of a Mutual Recognition Agreement with the European Union’s (EU) Taxation and… Read more
Zero-Rated Penalty Period Ending Soon for Mandatory Electronic House Bills
The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) announced that the zero-rated penalty period will end on January 30th, 2022. Customs Notice… Read more
5 myths about barge – the inland transport solution no one’s talking about
By David Schulingkamp, Vice President, Barge Services The word is out. Shoppers have been put on notice. The… Read more
Mandatory Electronic House Bills Monetary AMPS Penalties starts July 2021
Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) recently issued Customs Notice CN21-15, Mandatory Electronic House Bills – End of the… Read more
ACI (E-Manifest) Detailed Cargo Description Requirements for Commercial Shipments
CBSA Transporter and Cargo Control Programs Unit issued a reminder notice to the importing industry on the reporting… Read more
Lithium Battery Shipping Guidance Document
International Air Transport Association (IATA) has developed guidance information on the transportation of lithium batteries for shippers, freight… Read more
CBSA Notice to Freight Forwarders concerning Non-Compliance and Assessment of AMPS Penalties
CBSA issued a notice to advise freight forwarders who have a bonded or non-bonded carrier code issued by… Read more
Port of Montreal longshoremen in possible strike position
On March 21, the vast majority of Port of Montreal longshoremen rejected the final offer on a collective… Read more
Upcoming Air Transportation Security Requirements on Food Exports
Effective June 30, 2021, Transport Canada will require that all food for export being transported on passenger or… Read more