How Trusted Trader Readiness Can Help Canadian Importers Reduce Costs and Simplify Customs Procedures Dear Trade Chain Partners, As Canada’s trade environment continues to modernize, many importers are not only preparing for the upcoming external launch of CARM in October 2024, but also revisiting how they manage duties and customs procedures in the long term. […]

Understanding Canada’s 25% Surtax on U.S. Goods: What You Need to Know Dear Trade Partners, As part of ongoing trade measures, the Government of Canada has introduced a 25% surtax on selected goods imported from the United States, including items such as steel, aluminum, and certain automotive products. These tariffs, collected at the border by the Canada Border Services […]

Maska International Customs Broker has some exciting news to share: CBSA launches CARM internally Dear Trade Chain Partners, Maska International Customs Broker is thrilled to announce a significant milestone in the evolution of trade operations in Canada. In today’s email, the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) announced that it has officially launched the CBSA Assessment […]

Important Update Maska International Customs Broker is pleased to inform our valued clients about the upcoming implementation of the Canada Border Services Agency’s (CBSA) new Customs Assessment and Revenue Management (CARM) system. As of May 13th, 2024, CARM will be launched internally at the CBSA, with a full rollout for trade chain partners, including importers […]

Click here if you want us to help you set up your CARM portal account CARM: The new way to assess and pay duties and taxes on imported commercial goods The CBSA Assessment and Revenue Management (CARM) digital initiative is changing how CBSA assesses and collects duties and taxes on commercial goods imported into Canada. On May 13, […]