CBSA updates surtax and TRQ rules for certain steel goods under SOR/2026-0119

The Canada Border Services Agency states in Customs Notice 25-24 that the Order Imposing a Surtax on the Importation of Certain Steel Goods (SOR/2025-148), as amended by SOR/2025-155, SOR/2025-266 and SOR/2026-0119, applies a 50% surtax on the value for duty of certain steel goods originating outside Canada, the United States and Mexico, with the SOR/2026-0119 amendments effective June 27, 2026 extending the tariff rate quota surtax until June 27, 2027 and changing Schedules 1 and 2.

CBSA invites licence applications for public highway sufferance warehouse in Fort Erie, Ontario

The CBSA is inviting applications for a licence to operate a public "BW" type highway sufferance warehouse under the authority of the Fort Erie CBSA office. The successful applicant must provide a facility meeting the Customs Sufferance Warehouses Regulations and operate it as a public sufferance warehouse to store in-bond goods. Applications must be submitted through the CARM Client Portal and received no later than 14 calendar days after the publication date of this notice; further information is in Memorandum D4-1-4, Customs Sufferance Warehouses.

CBSA sets surtax refund claim rules for CREDITS Program participants

CBSA states in Customs Notice 25-26 that CREDITS Program participants may submit refund claims where surtax was paid at importation, provided the claims meet all other CREDITS requirements. Surtax claims must be sent in a separate batch, with the surtax and duty amounts combined in the Duty field, and a CREDITS Surtax Template must be emailed to the Revenue Assessment Unit by midnight of the same day the batches were transmitted, one template per batch. A batch received with surtax claims but without the template is treated as non-compliant, resulting in an Administrative Monetary Penalty and placement on upfront review.

CBSA advertises for new highway sufferance warehouse in Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan

CBSA states in Customs Notice 25-27 that, effective June 30, 2025, the company at 1109 Ominica St. E., Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan surrendered its "BW" type highway sufferance warehouse licence, and CBSA is advertising for a new public "BW" type highway sufferance warehouse under the authority of the Winnipeg CBSA office. Applicants must submit a complete application through the CARM Client Portal, and applications must be received or postmarked no later than 14 calendar days after the publication date of the notice. The successful applicant must provide a facility meeting the Customs Sufferance Warehouses Regulations and operate it as a public sufferance warehouse to store in-bond goods.

Steel Goods and Aluminum Goods Surtax Order

CITT initiates expiry review of small power transformers from Chinese Taipei and Korea

The Canadian International Trade Tribunal initiated an expiry review (RR-2026-007) of its December 24, 2021 finding in inquiry NQ-2021-003 on certain small power transformers from Chinese Taipei and Korea, to determine whether expiry of the finding is likely to lead to continued or resumed dumping and injury to the domestic industry. The Canada Border Services Agency will determine no later than February 26, 2027 whether there is a likelihood of resumed or continued dumping; if positive, the Tribunal will decide no later than August 5, 2027 whether that dumping is likely to injure the domestic industry. Interested persons, associations or governments may participate by filing Form I—Notice of Participation.

Alberta Recycling Management Authority: Phase II of Alberta EPR for packaging and paper products begins October 1, 2026

The Alberta Recycling Management Authority states that Phase II of Alberta's Extended Producer Responsibility system for single-use products, packaging and paper products (PPP) begins October 1, 2026, standardizing recycling province-wide and expanding collection to eligible multi-family buildings. Phase I began in April 2025 and covered PPP and hazardous and special products. ARMA says the 2025 PPP program contributed more than $160 million to GDP, $75 million in wages, $10.1 million in taxes and supported 1,230 full-time equivalent jobs.

CBSA charges Ontario man with firearm smuggling after Essex County seizure of 53 firearms

The Canada Border Services Agency states that its Ontario Firearms Smuggling Enforcement Team arrested Frank Charette of Cottam, Ontario and charged him with smuggling controlled goods, importing goods without a permit and multiple Criminal Code firearm offences after an investigation into the smuggling of firearm parts from the United States. Search warrants executed in Essex County on July 15, 2026 with the RCMP and Ontario Provincial Police resulted in the seizure of 53 firearms, including six unlawfully possessed handguns, two unregistered sub-machine guns, 116 cartridge magazines, 39 of them over capacity, and one auto-sear. He is scheduled to appear at the Windsor courthouse on November 16, 2026.

CITT finds threat of injury on forged grinding media from China in NQ-2026-002

The Canadian International Trade Tribunal found in inquiry NQ-2026-002 that dumping and subsidizing of forged grinding media originating in or exported from China have not caused injury to the domestic industry but are threatening to cause injury, and anti-dumping and countervailing duties will therefore be collected by the Canada Border Services Agency. The complainant was Moly-Cop Canada of Kamloops, British Columbia. The Tribunal will issue its reasons on October 7, 2026.

CITT rescinds order on photovoltaic modules and laminates from China

The Canadian International Trade Tribunal rescinded its order concerning photovoltaic modules and laminates originating in or exported from China under subsection 76.03(2) and subparagraph 76.03(12)(a)(iii) of the Special Import Measures Act, so anti-dumping and countervailing duties no longer apply to new releases of covered goods. The CBSA will automatically refund these duties on eligible goods released on or after March 25, 2026, and any outstanding re-determination process for those goods will be terminated. Goods released before March 25, 2026 are not eligible for a refund, and assessments and reassessments relating to those earlier releases will continue.

CITT initiates final injury inquiry NQ-2026-006 on dumped wheat gluten from Italy, Poland and the United Kingdom

The Canadian International Trade Tribunal initiated a final injury inquiry, NQ-2026-006, into whether dumping of wheat gluten originating in or exported from Italy, Poland and the United Kingdom has caused injury or retardation or threatens to cause injury. The inquiry follows a notice from the Canada Border Services Agency that a preliminary determination was made on the dumping. The Tribunal will determine on January 15, 2027 whether the dumping has caused injury or retardation or threatens to cause injury to the domestic industry. Interested persons, associations or governments may participate by filing Form I—Notice of Participation.

Canada's Department of Finance highlights $30-million LETL loan to Conifex Timber Inc.

Canada's Department of Finance states that Minister of Finance and National Revenue François-Philippe Champagne highlighted a $30-million loan to Conifex Timber Inc. through the Large Enterprise Tariff Loan (LETL) facility, announced September 18, 2026 in Mackenzie, British Columbia. The funding is intended to help the forest products company adapt to current conditions and support its workers. The department says recent improvements to the LETL program include greater liquidity support and longer repayment terms. Conifex operates a sawmill and bioenergy plant in Mackenzie, British Columbia, supports 260 direct jobs and exports most of its products to the United States.

CITT terminates expiry review and rescinds order on photovoltaic modules and laminates from China

The Canadian International Trade Tribunal terminated the expiry review of its March 25, 2021 order in expiry review RR-2020-001, concerning the dumping and subsidizing of certain photovoltaic modules and laminates from China, and rescinded that order. The Canada Border Services Agency will therefore not continue to impose anti-dumping and countervailing duties on these goods.

CBSA concludes expiry review investigation on concrete reinforcing bar from seven countries

CBSA has concluded its expiry review investigation and determined, under paragraph 76.03(7)(a) of SIMA, that the expiry of the June 4, 2021 finding in inquiry NQ-2020-004 is likely to result in the continuation or resumption of dumping of certain concrete reinforcing bar originating in or exported from Algeria, Egypt, Indonesia, Italy, Malaysia, Singapore and Vietnam. The CITT initiated the expiry review on April 20, 2026 and CBSA initiated its investigation on April 21, 2026; a Statement of Reasons will be issued within 15 days.

CBSA makes preliminary dumping determination on wheat gluten from Italy, Poland and the UK

CBSA states that on September 17, 2026, under subsection 38(1) of the Special Import Measures Act, it made a preliminary determination of dumping respecting wheat gluten originating in or exported from Italy, Poland and the United Kingdom, usually imported under tariff classification numbers 1109.00.10.00 and 1109.00.20.00.

CBSA concludes expiry review investigation on concrete reinforcing bar from Oman and Russia

The CBSA concluded its expiry review investigation and determined, under paragraph 76.03(7)(a) of SIMA, that the expiry of its June 4, 2021 finding in inquiry NQ-2020-005 is likely to result in the continuation or resumption of dumping of certain concrete reinforcing bar originating in or exported from Oman and Russia. The CITT initiated the expiry review on April 20, 2026 and will now conduct an inquiry into whether expiry is likely to result in injury to the domestic industry, issuing its decision no later than February 24, 2027. A Statement of Reasons with additional details will be issued within 15 days.

CBSA amends Customs Tariff to add CPUKT treatment for the United Kingdom, Channel Islands and Isle of Man

The Canada Border Services Agency states in Customs Notice 26-22 that the CPTPP enters into force for the United Kingdom on September 1, 2026, so eligible goods from the United Kingdom imported into Canada are entitled to the Comprehensive and Progressive United Kingdom Tariff (CPUKT) tariff treatment, Code 35, as of September 1, 2026. The T2026-2 Customs Tariff adds the United Kingdom, the Channel Islands and Isle of Man to the list of countries for CPUKT treatment and sets the applicable duty rates for tariff items in Chapters 1 to 99.

CBSA exempts third-party air carriers from PIP certification under CLVS Program

CBSA states in Customs Notice 26-24 that, effective immediately, authorized Courier Low Value Shipment (CLVS) Program participants may use third-party air carriers that are not PIP certified. The exception applies in the air mode because of air transportation capacity challenges and limited availability of PIP carriers in the air mode. Third-party air carriers must remain bonded and continue to present CLVS shipments at the designated sufferance warehouse, and authorized CLVS participants must continue to maintain an active PIP certification in the air mode.

Global Affairs Canada amends GIP No. 83 to require smelt and cast country reporting for aluminum imports

Global Affairs Canada states in Notice to Importers Serial No. 1170 that, effective October 1, 2026, importers of aluminum products under General Import Permit No. 83 must report and keep records of the country of largest smelt, country of second-largest smelt (if any) and country of most recent cast.

CBSA amends United States Surtax Remission Order (2025) for goods used in Canadian manufacturing, health care and security

The Canada Border Services Agency advises that the United States Surtax Remission Order (2025) has been amended to grant relief of surtaxes paid or payable under the United States Surtax Order (2025-1), the United States Surtax Order (2026), the United States Surtax Order (Steel and Aluminum 2025) and the United States Surtax Order (Motor Vehicles 2025) for eligible goods, including goods imported for use in Canadian manufacturing, processing and food and beverage packaging, and for public health, health care, public safety and national security uses.

Finance Canada reviews CITT safeguard report on global canned and frozen vegetable imports

Canada's Department of Finance states that the Canadian International Trade Tribunal issued its report in the safeguard inquiry into whether global imports of certain canned and frozen vegetables are causing or threatening serious injury to Canadian producers, and that the government will review it and announce its decision in due course. The 10 per cent surtax on global imports of canned vegetables announced on June 10, 2026, remains in place for its maximum duration of 200 days or until it is replaced by final safeguard measures. The inquiry was initiated on March 13, 2026, when the government directed the CITT to examine those imports.

CITT submits safeguard inquiry report on certain vegetable goods to Governor in Council

The Canadian International Trade Tribunal submitted to the Governor in Council its report on the importation of certain vegetable goods, including its determination, reasons and any recommendations. The inquiry examined whether the goods were being imported into Canada in such increased quantities and under such conditions as to be a principal cause of serious injury or threat of serious injury to domestic producers of like or directly competitive goods. Where the Tribunal made an affirmative finding for any applicable class of goods, it was directed to recommend the most appropriate remedy, considering the effect on consumer affordability of certain vegetable goods and on food security.

CBSA applies 15%, 25% or 50% surtax on certain U.S.-origin goods from September 8, 2026

CBSA states in Customs Notice 26-23 that, effective September 8, 2026, certain goods imported into Canada and originating in the United States are subject to a surtax of 15%, 25% or 50% of the value for duty under the United States Surtax Order (2026), with the Schedules to the Order listing the goods and applicable rates. The surtax applies only to goods that originate in the U.S. and does not apply to goods eligible to be marked as originating from Puerto Rico, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands, American Samoa or the U.S. Virgin Islands.

CBSA seizes over $13.8 million in tobacco and nicotine products across Southern Ontario in August

The Canada Border Services Agency states that its officers at land ports of entry across the Southern Ontario Region seized illicit tobacco and nicotine products valued at more than $13.8 million during August, with the majority of the seizures involving significant quantities in commercial shipments from the United States. Notable seizures included 14,964 kg of loose-leaf tobacco valued at $2,765,969 at the Blue Water Bridge on August 20, 1,781,000 cigarettes valued at $333,189 at the Ambassador Bridge on August 17, and 2,796 kg of nicotine pouches valued at $2,983,499 at the Blue Water Bridge on August 11.

CITT initiates final injury inquiry on certain steel racks from China

The Canadian International Trade Tribunal initiated a final injury inquiry, NQ-2026-005, into whether the dumping and subsidizing of certain steel racks originating in or exported from China have caused injury or retardation or threaten to cause injury. The inquiry follows a notice from the Canada Border Services Agency that preliminary determinations were made on the dumping and subsidizing of the goods. The Tribunal will determine on December 31, 2026, whether the dumping and subsidizing have caused injury or retardation or threaten to cause injury to the domestic industry. Interested persons, associations or governments may participate by filing Form I—Notice of Participation.

Temporary suspension of the federal fuel excise tax

CITT finds no injury in oil and gas well casing from Austria inquiry NQ-2026-001

The Canadian International Trade Tribunal found in inquiry NQ-2026-001 that dumping of certain oil and gas well casing originating in or exported from Austria has not caused injury and is not threatening to cause injury to the domestic industry, so anti-dumping duties will not be collected by the Canada Border Services Agency. The complainants were Algoma Tubes Inc., Tenaris Global Services (Canada) Inc. and Hydril Canadian Company LP, collectively Tenaris Canada. The Tribunal will issue its reasons on September 16, 2026.

CITT initiates preliminary injury inquiry into truck and bus tires from China

The Canadian International Trade Tribunal initiated a preliminary injury inquiry (PI-2026-005) into a complaint by the Canadian Retread Manufacturers Association and Michelin North America (Canada) Inc. that certain truck and bus tires from China are being dumped and subsidized, following the Canada Border Services Agency's initiation of dumping and subsidizing investigations under SIMA. The Tribunal will determine on October 30, 2026 whether there is a reasonable indication that the alleged dumping and subsidizing have caused injury, retardation or a threat of injury. If so, the CBSA will continue its investigations and make preliminary determinations by November 30, 2026.

Finance Canada schedules Minister Champagne announcement on lowering everyday costs

Canada's Department of Finance and National Revenue states that Minister François-Philippe Champagne will make an announcement on September 2, 2026 at 1:30 p.m. as part of the government's efforts to help Canadian families and businesses lower everyday costs. The notice does not state what measure will be announced. Media must register by contacting mediare@fin.gc.ca and arrive by 1:00 p.m.

CITT initiates expiry review of upholstered domestic seating from China and Vietnam

The Canadian International Trade Tribunal initiated an expiry review (RR-2026-006) of its September 2, 2021 finding in inquiry NQ-2021-002 on certain upholstered domestic seating from China and Vietnam, to determine whether expiry of the finding is likely to lead to continued or resumed dumping or subsidizing and injury to the domestic industry. The Canada Border Services Agency will determine no later than January 28, 2027 whether there is a likelihood of resumed or continued dumping or subsidizing; if positive, the Tribunal will decide no later than July 7, 2027 whether that is likely to result in injury. Interested persons, associations or governments may participate by filing Form I—Notice of Participation.

Global Affairs Canada sets EV import quota rules for China-origin vehicles under Serial No. 1168

Global Affairs Canada states in Notice to Importers Serial No. 1168 that imports of electric vehicles originating in China under Import Control List items 195(1) to (3), classified in tariff items 8702.20.10 through 8704.90.00 or a Chapter 99 tariff item, require a shipment-specific import permit and are administered under a first-come, first-served quota, with 24,500 vehicles available for the second period of Quota Year 1 from September 1, 2026 to February 28, 2027, plus unused volumes from the first period. Eligible EVs enter at a most-favoured-nation rate of 6.1%, and importers must be Canadian residents that are EV original equipment manufacturers or their appointed Canadian-resident agents.

The Government of Canada highlights targeted countermeasures and substantive support for workers and businesses in response to U.S. tariffs in Sarnia

Department of Finance meets with stakeholders on Canada’s response to U.S. tariffs

Tribunal Initiates Final Injury Inquiry—Decorative and Other Non-Structural Plywood from China

Canada announces targeted countermeasures and substantive support for workers and businesses in response to U.S. tariffs

Finance Canada announces $7.5 billion package of tariff support measures for workers and businesses

Canada's Department of Finance announced a $7.5 billion package of new and enhanced measures for workers and businesses affected by U.S. tariffs, on top of nearly $25 billion in supports implemented over the past 18 months. Effective September 2026, the Regional Tariff Response Initiative receives $1.5 billion more, with the cap on non-repayable contributions rising from $1 million to $3 million and liquidity support of up to $2 million. The package also adds a $500 million BDC liquidity stream, the Canada Strong Diversification Fund with $2 billion, $3.5 billion in Rapid Response Supports for Workers and Employers, and expanded terms for the $10 billion Large Enterprise Tariff Loan facility.

Finance Canada lists U.S. dairy, honey and molasses products subject to counter-tariffs from September 8, 2026

Finance Canada says dollar-for-dollar counter-tariffs on U.S. goods take effect September 8

Canada's Department of Finance says dollar-for-dollar counter-tariffs responding to newly imposed U.S. tariffs on Canadian goods will take effect on September 8, following a virtual meeting between Minister of Finance and National Revenue François-Philippe Champagne and provincial and territorial finance ministers. Minister Champagne said a major support package will soon be announced to help businesses maintain liquidity and support Canadian workers, and invited provincial and territorial ministers to provide input on proposed countermeasures, implicated products, and supports. The meeting also covered the suspension of trade negotiations with the United States, internal trade barriers, Buy Canadian initiatives and export market diversification.

CBSA amends description of tariff item 8507.60.20 in the Customs Tariff

The Canada Border Services Agency states in Customs Notice 26-21 that the 2026-1 amendment to the Customs Tariff 2026 changes the description of tariff item 8507.60.20, effective August 6, 2026, replacing "electrically-powered motorcycles" with "motorcycles or cycles with an electric motor". The change is marked by a change bar in the PDF version of the Tariff, by the number 1 in the change column of the Access files, and not at all in the HTML version. Importers holding a tariff classification advance ruling should review Tariff Amendment T2026-1 and, if the new description affects the ruling, submit a ruling request to the CBSA office that issued it for validation.

Finance Canada ministers to announce Canadian response to U.S. tariffs at August 25 press conference

Canada's Department of Finance states that the Minister of Finance and National Revenue, François-Philippe Champagne, along with Ministers Mélanie Joly, Patty Hajdu and Evan Solomon, will hold a joint press conference on Tuesday, August 25, 2026 to announce new measures to protect and support Canadian workers and businesses in response to U.S. tariffs. A background technical briefing for media is scheduled for 9:00 a.m. that day, with the site visit at 10:30 a.m. and the press conference at 11:00 a.m. in Ottawa. The announcement does not state which measures, products or tariff lines will be covered.