TRQ Permit Requirements: Potential Repeal June 2026

The scheduled repeal date for the Order Imposing a Surtax on the Importation of Certain Steel Goods appears to be June 27, 2026. The Government of Canada is still reviewing whether the TRQ measures will be extended beyond that date with further updates expected as discussions and market assessments continue. Find out more.

CARM: Late Accounting Penalties

The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) has advised that late accounting penalties may be issued in error during the week of May 20, 2026. CBSA is working to cancel the erroneous penalties and has asked that you not submit appeals at this time. Learn more.

CBSA’s Non-Resident Importer Guide for CARM

The Canada Border Services Agency has released a new Non-Resident Importer Guide with tips, helpful links, and step-by-step instructions for registering in the CARM Client Portal. The guide is available through the CARM homepage and online resource links. See more.

Government Passes Legislation to Include UK in the CPTPP

Bill C-13 was passed on May 6, 2026, putting the United Kingdom’s accession to The Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership into Canadian Law. It amends several Acts and updates the Customs Tariff to reflect the Comprehensive and Progressive United Kingdom Tariff, aligning Canada’s laws with the agreement’s requirements. Learn more.

CAPE Refund Planning

The U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has published resources and frequently asked questions related to IEEPA duty refunds. Businesses interested in developing a CAPE refund strategy are encouraged to contact Willson’s U.S.. Regulatory Team for support and additional guidance. Find out more.

FDA Centralizes Import Educational Resources

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) offers an Import Educational Resources webpage to help brokers, importers, and other stakeholders navigate import requirements and compliance. The page includes instructional videos, guidance documents, and other helpful tools related to FDA import processes. Learn more.

CPSC: Electronic Filing of Certificate Data



Starting July 8, 2026, U.S. imports of Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)-regulated products will require electronic certificate data submission to CBP at the time of entry. Importers remain responsible for providing certificate information to their customs broker, while tools like the Regulatory Robot can help identify product safety requirements and support compliance. Find out more.