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The Canada customs clearance process, explained from the dock
Customs & Regulations

The Canada customs clearance process, explained from the dock

Container's on the water heading to Port of Montreal. Before it docks, the broker submits paperwork to CBSA through PARS. We're watching for one thing: the release memo. Anything that delays it—an exam call, a missing document, a tariff dispute—means detention charges pile up and dock-to-stock slips.

Bonded warehouse vs free trade zone: Canada ops differences
Customs & Regulations

Bonded warehouse vs free trade zone: Canada ops differences

Bonded warehouse and free trade zone sound interchangeable, but they're separate regulatory paths with distinct duty deferral, handling, and documentation requirements. The choice affects your dock operations, release timing, and cost structure in concrete ways.