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Keeping you informed
*For all resources, updates, and answers to Frequently Asked Questions on CARM (CBSA Assessment and Revenue Management), please visit our CARM page: preferredservice.ca/carm. All important CARM news will continue to be posted here in News as well. The CARM Client Portal is now open and CARM Release 2 is scheduled for October 2023.
Q1 2026 Customs Update: Steel Derivative Surtaxes, Remission Extensions, and 2026 CBSA Trade Verification Priorities
Q1 2026 brings important customs changes, including new steel derivative surtaxes, updates to remission orders, and CBSA’s trade compliance verification priorities.
Update on the Canada & U.S. Tariff Environment
The Canadian government has repealed the United States Surtax Order, removing tariffs on most affected goods. However, certain commodities under the Steel & Aluminum Surtax Order remain subject to duties.
CBSA Service Delays Continue to Impact Cross-Border Shipments
CBSA service delays continue with no recovery timeline, causing significant border wait times. Preferred Service Customs Brokers is monitoring shipments and keeping clients updated.
Canada Imposes New Tariff-Rate Quotas on Steel Imports
Starting June 27, 2025, Canada will implement new tariff-rate quotas on steel imports from non-FTA countries, including a 50% surtax on shipments without permits. Learn how these changes may impact your supply chain.
Important Reminder: RPP Security Deadline – May 20, 2025 | Act Now to Avoid Delays
As the May 20, 2025, deadline for posting Release Prior to Payment (RPP) security approaches, we want to ensure your imports continue to move smoothly through the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) system.
Update on Tariffs and Remission Application for Importers
As the international trade landscape continues to evolve, it’s important for Canadian importers to stay updated. While the U.S. government recently announced a 90-day pause on reciprocal tariffs, Canada was not included in this suspension. The 25% retaliatory tariffs imposed by Canada on select U.S. goods remain in effect.
CARM Update: RPP Transition Period Coming to a Close
The CARM RPP (release prior to payment) transition period provided by CBSA when CARM launched on October 21, 2024 is coming to a close on April 19, 2025. It’s imperative that all importers currently utilizing RPP through the grace period provided by CBSA start the process of posting the required security to continue on the RPP program.
Canada Imposes 25% Surtax on U.S. Goods: What Importers Need to Know
Effective February 4, 2025, Canada is imposing a 25% surtax on select U.S. imports. Learn how this affects importers, which products are impacted, and how to stay compliant.
Customs Notice 24-43: Goods and Services Tax/Harmonized Sales Tax (GST/HST) Break
This notice provides information on legislative changes being made to the Excise Tax Act, regarding the Goods and Services Tax/Harmonized Sales Tax (GST/HST) that will be in effect from December 14, 2024, to February 15, 2025.
CARM Release 3: What You Need to Know About Changes to Import Duty and Tax Payments
CARM Release 3 went live on October 21, 2024. This release will change the way many of you pay the duties and taxes for your imports. As such we are reaching out to provide guidance on how to handle the next Statement of Account (SOA) that will be issued on October 25, 2024.
