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What is SFCR?

What is SFCR? Safe Food for Canadians Regulations The Safe Food for Canadians Regulations (SFCR) came into force on January 15, 2019. Since that date, there is a requirement for a SFC licence to conduct certain food business activities. Its vital to understand these new regulations, especially for importers in

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The Importance of Proper Textile Labelling

The Importance of Proper Textile Labelling When importing textile goods into Canada, it is vital to pay close attention to the labelling. The requirements for proper labelling are detailed in the Textile Labelling Act . The Act is in place to protect consumers from false labelling/advertising of textile fiber products. Importers that

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5 Things to Know about USMCA

5 Things You Should Know about USMCA With Canada finally joining an agreement in place between the United States of America and Mexico, NAFTA has been replaced by USMCA. For the most part the 2 agreements are very similar, however there are some important differences of note that require further

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What are the Benefits of NAFTA?

The Benefits of NAFTA In light of the ongoing NAFTA renegotiation between Canada, the US and Mexico, it is important to look at what the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) is, how it came to be, and what benefits it serves. History of NAFTA The North American Free Trade

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Importing Fresh Fruits and Vegetables into Canada

Importing Fresh Fruits and Vegetables into Canada With the Safe Food for Canadians Act coming into effect on January 15, 2019, it would be pertinent to take a look at how this will affect importers of fresh fruits and vegetables into Canada.Canada is recognized as having one of the stronger

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Trade War

Trade War Trade War The term trade war has been thrown around a lot recently. With US President Donald Trump enacting tariffs against steel imported from around the world and with Canada reacting with tariffs of their own, its safe to say that Canada and the US are currently embroiled

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What To Expect from the NAFTA Negotiations

What To Expect from the NAFTA Negotiations The negotiations for the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) have commenced, with an extravagant dinner for cabinet members of all three nations followed by a seven round match. The U.S. is the first to host the three nations in Washington D.C. In

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It’s All in the Details for Commercial Shipments

It’s All in the Details for Commercial Shipments Customs clearance can be complex, especially if you’re not used to the process.  With so many rules, regulations and restrictions in place, it can be difficult knowing what exactly is required when it comes to shipping your commercial products. Getting together the

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Trader or Traitor: The Importance of International Free Trade to Canada and the World

Trader or Traitor: The Importance of International Free Trade to Canada and the World With Canada’s largest trading partner just a day away from a new administration, the importance of having a solid negotiation team, especially in the midst of talks involving tearing up NAFTA, is imperative to the success

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