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Canada Removes U.S. Fish and Seafood from September 8 Counter-Tariffs
Removing fish and seafood does not change the planned value or timing of the broader counter-tariff measures. Tariffs covering $27.6 billion in U.S. imports remain scheduled to take effect on September 8.
Canada’s CPTPP Tariff Treatment for UK Goods Takes Effect September 1
The CUKTCA will remain in force, while the CPTPP will provide Canadian importers with an additional route to preferential tariff treatment.
Canada Announces Counter-Tariffs on $27.6 Billion in U.S. Imports Effective September 8
The new tariffs significantly expand the country’s response to U.S. trade measures, applying rates of up to 50% to American goods across hundreds of tariff items.
49 Blank Sailings Expected Across Major Ocean Trade Routes Through September
Businesses with ocean shipments planned over the coming weeks may face tighter space, schedule changes, or longer lead times if cargo is moved to a later sailing.
CBSA Clarifies Shipment-Specific Import Permits for TRQ Goods in Bonded Warehouses
Importers using customs bonded warehouses need to make sure the correct shipment-specific permit is valid when TRQ goods are released.
U.S. Pauses 50% Tariffs on Canadian Goods for Three Days
The temporary suspension moves the effective date to August 22 while Canada and the U.S. work toward finalizing an agreement.
Canada Launches 50% Steel Freight Rebate for Interprovincial Shipments
The program forms part of a broader series of federal measures aimed at supporting Canada’s steel industry and increasing the use of Canadian steel in the domestic market.
New CPTPP and CUSMA Dairy TRQs Take Effect for 2026–2027
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In certain circumstances, available quantities may be allocated or offered on a first-come, first-served basis.
Canada imposes a 25% provisional surtax on certain imported wood cabinets and vanities
Importers should review the tariff classification, product description, and manufacturing origin of wood shipments and account for the potential 25% additional cost.
Canada-Ecuador Free Trade Agreement signed
Once the agreement takes effect, Canada will have free trade agreements with every country along South America’s Pacific coast.
