Prep for CARM R2 with this helpful webinar series
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The second release (R2) of the Canada Border Service Agency's (CBSA) Assessment and Revenue Management (CARM) project is now mere months away. Keep the momentum up by participating in these free webinars from the CBSA.
Attention Canadian importers! Drop this assumption and make shipping from Canada into the U.S. easier
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As a Canadian importer moving goods into the U.S. and working with Cole International customs brokers, it's easy to assume if we clear it in Canada, we clear it in the U.S. too. Learn how dropping this one flawed assumption can keep your goods moving seamlessly.
3 ways to reduce your company's carbon footprint
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As the climate change conversation continues to pick up steam, the expansion of mandatory carbon footprint reporting has been growing alongside it. Many large companies have been reporting their greenhouse gas emissions to the Canadian and U.S. government for well over a decade now. If you are among the many companies.
Reduce your duty via these Canadian trade incentive programs
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Canada’s many trade incentive programs are designed to encourage Canadian companies and keep them competitive by offering relief from duties under certain circumstances. Let’s take a look at some of these opportunities.
Freight updates April 11, 2023: latest news and updates on the worldwide supply chain
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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.
3 tips for managing cargo insurance claims
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As an importer, you are likely aware of the kind of insurance you need. But in recent years, claims instances have been on the rise. What kinds of scenarios can lead to a claim—and more importantly, how can your freight forwarder help?
Case study: out-of-the-box thinking leads to duty recovery
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When it comes to customs compliance, there is no shortage of opportunities to overpay on duty, delay the release of your goods or receive a surprise verification request. This is why partnering with a quality team who knows customs like the back of their hands is essential. Here’s one story out of thousands.
Customs roundup March 22, 2023: news and views from the world of Customs
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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.
Anti-dumping and countervailing: understanding the CBSA complaint process
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Last month, the Special import Measures Act (SIMA) handbook was updated and in light of this we are sharing a refresher on what SIMA is, along with a deep dive into the process of filing a complaint.
Freight updates March 14, 2023: latest news and updates on the worldwide supply chain
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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.