Latest Border News
A recap of the latest news releases from the Media Room of the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA)
*Important! CARM: Assess and pay duties and taxes on imported commercial goods
2025-01-01 | The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) assesses and collects duties and taxes on commercial goods imported into Canada using the CBSA Assessment and Revenue Management (CARM) system. If you have not already registered, you cannot import! Learn more.
Government of Canada expands plan to strengthen border security
2025-02-04 | Today, the Honourable David McGuinty, Minister of Public Safety, highlighted measures to further strengthen security at the border, expanding on the $1.3 billion Border Plan the Government of Canada announced in December. The new measures include (click to continue).
CARM Transition Measure – Late Payment Penalties and Interest
2025-01-23 | Ottawa, Ontario | Customs Notice 25-02: 1. In order to further support the transition to the CBSA Assessment and Revenue Management (CARM) system, effective January 20, 2025, and up to the March billing period due date of March 31, 2025, the Canada Border Services Agency will not be issuing late payment penalties and late payment interest. Read More.
The CBSA reaffirms its commitment to efficiency, security and prosperity on International Customs Day
2025-01-23 | Each year on January 26, the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) joins the World Customs Organization (WCO) and customs agencies around the world to mark International Customs Day. In 2025, the theme is: “Customs delivering on its commitment to efficiency, security and prosperity,” and the CBSA is proud of its work towards these objectives over the last year.