This three-day intensive course is a practical tool providing importers and exporters with up-to-date knowledge to navigate and succeed in the global trade arena.  Our team of top trade and customs experts will outline the main rules that govern the international trade of goods and services and what you need to do to ensure your business is compliant, as well as address the key programs used by importers and exporters.

Why attend?

• experience a comprehensive program that combines examination, analysis and interpretation of legislation and compliance rules
• learn practical applications – tested and illustrated processes to effectively deal with everyday trade logistics issues
• obtain valuable insight and practical advice on organizational processes and administrative issues relating to CRA and CBSA
• develop the capability to assess the risks and exploit the opportunities in international trade agreements, including NAFTA and the WTO, thus strengthening your organization’s strategic decision making processes
• extend your own in-house or in-firm training initiatives
• network with other customs and international trade professionals from across North America
• leave with comprehensive course reference materials, including technical notations, cross references to legislation and publications, and many practical examples

Meet the Facilitators:

Candace Sider, CCS, Director, Regulatory Affairs - Canada, Livingston International Inc.

Jaime Seidner, CCS, Sr. Consultant, Fraser Milner Casgrain LLP

John W. Boscariol, Partner, McCarthy Tetrault LLP

Topics covered:

• Canada Customs Act, Customs Tariff and Regulations
• Tariff Classification
• Value for Duty
• Rules of Origin (focus on NAFTA)
• Exports
• Role of Other Government Departments (OGDs)
• eManifest, Customs Self Assessment (CSA), Free and Secure Trade (FAST)
• Accounting and Recordkeeping
• Adjustments, Corrections and Audits
• Customs Enforcement, Audits, Penalties and Appeals
• Trade Remedies, e.g. anti-dumping and countervailing duties
• Export Regulations and Documentation
• Import and Export Controls and Trade Embargos
• U.S. Customs Basics
• International Trade and Investment Agreements

Register today. Nowhere else can you get this timely and comprehensive update in only three days!