Canadian Importers and Shippers Brace for China’s Golden Week 2024
With a pre-Golden Week rush pushing up freight rates, Canadian importers and shippers are looking at backlogs, higher costs, and capacity constraints.
U.S. Port Strike on the East and Gulf Coasts Likely by October 1
Unless a last-minute deal is reached, the strike could freeze operations at up to 14 key ports and significantly affect the U.S. economy.
The USDA Tightens Regulations on Organic Imports into the U.S.
The new regulations help maintain the highest standards in organic trade and guarantee all U.S. organic imports meet the criteria set by the National Organic Program.
CBP Reschedules ACE Automation of the $800 De Minimis Threshold to January 2025
By postponing deployment, CBP will be able to implement the automated rejection of de minimis shipments above $800 without disrupting the flow of trade.
Last-Minute Deal Between Air Canada and ALPA Stops Pilot Strike
The tentative four-year agreement has not been publicized yet and is awaiting a ratification vote by the union’s 5,400 members.
Air Canada Pilot Strike Anticipated on September 15 with Negotiations Stalled
With no sign of reaching a deal yet, the looming strike by 5,400 pilots would potentially ground 1,000 flights and impact 120,000 passengers each day.
The U.S. Adds 5 More Chinese Companies to the Uyghur Forced Labour List
The latest expansion of the UFLPA list is a sign of America’s ongoing dedication to making forced labour an economically unsustainable practice.
China Initiates Anti-Dumping Investigation on Canadian Canola Imports in Response to EV Tariffs
The announcement of the investigation is heightening tensions between Canada and China and raising concerns about Canada’s agriculture industry.
Foremen at B.C. Ports Vote to Strike Amid Ongoing Disputes with Employers
Despite the ongoing disputes and a vote for strike action, cargo and passenger operations at British Columbia's ports remain unaffected.
Importers Advised Not to Submit Declarations and Claims During the CARM R3 Cutoff Period
The transition to CARM Release 3 (R3) will affect key trade programs and change how importers submit and process their declarations and payments.
