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100% Surtax on China-Origin EV Imports Ends as Permit and Quota Controls Begin
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Canadian importers will need a shipment-specific import permit from Global Affairs Canada (GAC) for EVs originating in China, and permits will be issued only until the quota limit is reached.
Canada Updates China Surtax Remission List and Extends Eligibility to 2026
If you import steel or aluminum goods subject to the China surtaxes, confirm your HS classification against the updated schedules to see if surtax remission may apply.
CBSA Adjusts Service Fees to Reflect Inflation, Effective April 1, 2026
The CBSA will increase certain fees that have not been adjusted for inflation since 2019 and will begin applying GST/HST to specific traveller clearance charges under cost recovery agreements.
CFIA Updates Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Import Grade Requirements
Most fresh fruit and vegetable grade requirements are now maintained by the DRC, and mandatory grading no longer applies for imports destined for manufacturing, processing, or preserving.
CBSA Announces Changes to Mass Adjustment Submissions Under CARM
The update standardizes mass adjustment submissions in the CCP, including a mandatory BSF987 form and required reason code orders when multiple issues apply.
Final Tentative Collective Agreement Reached Between Canada Post and CUPW
Tentative five-year agreements have now been finalized, and the next step is a national ratification vote, with no strike or lockout expected during the process.
CBSA Publishes Guidance on How to Claim Steel Surtax Remission for Eligible Imports
Steel surtax remission is available only in specific scenarios, and the claim depends on supporting documentation and CAD reporting using the designated authorization codes.
Late Payment Penalties and Interest Under CARM To Resume Starting January 31
If your account has an overdue balance by the end of January, late payment interest will begin accruing and will be reflected on the February 25, 2026, SOA.
Canada Delays Plastic Reporting Requirements for Phases 2 and 3
While Phases 2 and 3 have been delayed, existing Phase 1 plastic reporting requirements continue to apply.
CBSA Publishes Updated Trade Compliance Verification Priorities for January 2026
These priorities are risk-based and evergreen, and targets can be added throughout the year as trade risks evolve.
