Canada's forced labour policy: Are your imports at risk?

It’s easy to feel like the landscape of policies and procedures when it comes to trade between nations is always shifting beneath us. It can be difficult to stay on top of every change, so knowing which changes apply directly to you as a company is always a good first step. Whether you import from the U.S. or other.
Freight updates November 29, 2022: latest news and updates on the worldwide supply chain

The worldwide supply chain is constantly changing. Now, as we continue dealing with the fallout of pandemic-related supply chain issues, fluctuations in prices, labour disruptions, delays, and port congestion persist. These updates will share some of the latest freight news, so we can keep you abreast of the dynamic.
Customs Roundup November 23, 2022: news and views from the world of Customs

Customs, compliance and trade regulations are dynamic and always on the move, just like your goods. These roundups intend to bring you the latest in news from the worlds of Canadian and U.S. Customs so you can get the information you need to keep your goods moving seamlessly.
Freight updates November 16, 2022: latest news and updates on the worldwide supply chain

The worldwide supply chain is constantly changing. Now, as we continue dealing with the fallout of pandemic-related supply chain issues, fluctuations in prices, labour disruptions, delays, and port congestion persist. These updates will share some of the latest freight news, so we can keep you abreast of the dynamic.
Valuation of goods: know what's included to ensure accurate reporting

The reality of being audited as an importer is not one to dismiss or think only happens to “other importers.” In the event you are audited by CBSA, are you aware of everything that is included in the valuation of your goods? If not, you may not be reporting additional costs accurately.
Use Incoterms? Avoid these common problems

A common issue seen by our freight team is importers not knowing their terms of sale, and therefore not using the correct Incoterm. Knowing where your responsibility lies, along with proper training on Incoterms, will help make your goods move that much more smoothly, something especially helpful when space issues are.
Single Window Initiative (SWI): Survival Guide for Health Canada (HC) Donor Semen

The new SWI landscape The Single Window Initiative means several changes for importers:
Supply chain and your FTA: do your goods qualify?

It's always a good idea to regularly check in with your vendors to make sure your goods still qualify for the applicable Free Trade Agreement (FTA).
Considering nearshoring? Here's what you need to know.

If your supply chain operations have been impacted over the past two and a half years, you may be contemplating shifting your operations to nearshoring. But is this the right step for your company?

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