Author: Clint Curtis

Does Canada Have Trade Restrictions?

Trade Policy Canada maintains a liberal trade regime. There are no foreign exchange restrictions, and import licenses are only required for a limited number of goods. Imports are generally subject to import duties. Import licenses are required for items regulated under the Export and Import Permits Act. What are the Canada’s barriers to trade? Barriers […]

Do We Have A Trade Agreement With Canada?

Overview. Canada is a founding member of the World Trade Organization (WTO) since 1 January 1995. The North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA), which is held with Canada by the United States and Mexico, came into force on 1 January 1994, creating the largest free-trade region in the world by GDP. What is the current […]

What Agreements Exist Between The Us And Canada?

Canada–United States Free Trade Agreement Free Trade Agreement between Canada and the United States of America Accord de libre-échange entre le Canada et les États-Unis d’Amérique (French) Member states Canada United States Establishment • Effective January 1, 1989 • NAFTA in force January 1, 1994 What did the agreement the US and Canada signed in […]

Is Costco Canada Same As Us?

Costco.com is for United States members; costco.ca is for Canadian members, and other countries, such as Mexico, South Korea, Taiwan and the UK, each have their own online Costco shopping website. Can Canadian Costco membership be used in the US? Membership Cards and Fees Your membership card is valid at any Costco warehouse worldwide and […]

Can U.S. Residents Order From Costco Canada?

website, when shipping orders to a U.S. address. Costco.com accepts Canadian credit cards and Canadian billing addresses, too. Likewise, members residing within the U.S. can order from Costco’s Canadian site (www.costco.ca) using their U.S. billing information. Can I shop Costco Canada with U.S. membership? Membership Cards and Fees Your membership card is valid at any […]

What Is High Value Shipment To Canada?

High Value Shipment Program (HVS) – Formal clearance Shipments of regulated goods, or goods with a value above CAD $3,300, are processed through the High Value Shipment Program (HVS). This formal clearance procedure requires additional shipping documentation. What is a high value shipment? High-Value Shipment (HVS) refers to the shipment of valuable and special cargo. […]

How Long Do Security Clearances Last Canada?

It is valid for 10 years. Security screening for reliability status requires a 5-year background check. As part of this check, the company security officer (CSO) or alternate company security officer (ACSO) is responsible for conducting background checks of their own. How long is a secret clearance valid in Canada? Treasury Board Secretariat – Standard […]