With few exceptions, importers of food into Canada require an import license issued under the Safe Foods for Canadians Regulations. The Canada Food Inspection Agency has recently issued the following reminder that failure to secure and appropriately enter your valid
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LexSage is a Canadian boutique law firm specializing in international trade and sales tax law. Operating from Toronto, it provides legal counsel on matters such as customs law, anti-dumping and countervailing duties, export controls, economic sanctions, trade restrictions, and various sales taxes including GST and HST. The firm also addresses issues related to free trade agreements, government procurement challenges, and international investment disputes. LexSage serves domestic and international clients, offering expertise that complements larger firms lacking in-house specialization in these areas. Its publications include blogs and articles focused on practical legal developments and regulatory compliance in trade and tax law.
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How We Got Port Congestion and How We Can Get Out
By Su Ross
This article was deemed too hot to publish by the Journal of Commerce and so ended our relationship.
As we move into the new year and things start to settle into more of a routine, one issue that simply will…
The CBSA May Take Away NEXUS If Non-Essential Travel During COVID-19 Restrictions
We have seen cases where the Canada Border Services Agency (“CBSA”) has taken away a Canadian citizen’s NEXUS card due to non-essential travel by the individual. In particular, where the Canadian citizen traveled by car to the United States for…
CUSMA/USMCA and the Automotive Industry: Rising Regional Value Content Requirements for Vehicles and Auto Parts
CUSMA/USMCA will come into force on July 1, 2020, at which time increased and more complex Regional Value Content (RVC) requirements for both vehicles and automotive parts will be effective. The RVC for passenger vehicles and…
CUSMA/USMCA : U.S. issues Updated Interim Implementing Instructions: Automotive
The Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA or USMCA) will introduce new and complex requirements for the automotive industry. Not only will vehicle producers face increased Regional Value Content requirements starting July 1, 2020, but they will be required to meet the…
Are you ready for the July 1 implementation of the CANADA-UNITED STATES-MEXICO AGREEMENT (CUSMA/USMCA)?
The Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA), also referred to as the United States-Canada-Mexico Agreement (USMCA), comes into effect on July 1, 2020. Are you ready?
The full CUSMA Agreement was signed in November of 2018, and later amended in December 2019. …
Seasonal Residents Entering Canada Must Prepare a List of Personal Effects Prior to Crossing
By Anumeet Toor
On May 20, 2020, Prince Edward Island’s Premier, Dennis King, announced that the province will begin the approval process for seasonal residents starting on June 1, 2020. In order to be approved, seasonal residents must show that they are the…
CBSA Extends Trade Compliance Suspension Until Further Notice
On March 26, 2020, the Canada Border Services Agency (“CBSA”) notified certain importers under verification that the CBSA was temporarily suspending trade compliance activities due to COVID-19 – see The CBSA Temporarily Suspends Trade Compliance Activities due to COVID-19.…
Canada-U.S. Border to remain closed to non-essential travel until June 21, 2020
Canada has indicated that the Canada-U.S. border will remain closed to non-essential travel until June 21, 2020. “Non-essential” travel includes travel that is considered as tourism or recreational in nature.
The restrictions may be extended again. On March 21, the…
Unnamed Persons Requirement May Be Used To Obtain Names of Potential Tax Cheats
The Canadian Minister of National Revenue (“Minister”) may, under subsection 231.2(3) of the Income Tax Act, R.S.C. 1985, c. 1 (5th Supp.) and subsection 289(3) of the Excise Tax Act, R.S.C. 1985, c. E-15, seek information from third parties in…