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In response to increasing concerns about the cross-border movement of restricted and prohibited goods, the Government of Canada is taking action to strengthen its border security measures.

On April 4, 2020, the CBSA published Customs Notice 20-15 "Increase to the Low Value Shipment Threshold for Goods Imported into Canada" in which it confirmed that the LVS threshold would increase to CDN $3,300 ...

Although Canada is bordered by three oceans, the majority of trade moves by rail, and not by sea.

Presenting a broad overview of Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) for all modes of transport in Canada, Graham Walker, provides a review of applicable legislation and practical examples for shippers, carriers, insurers and brokers.

The port strike in Canada, particularly affecting British Columbia's ports, has escalated with a lockout announced by the BC Maritime Employers Association (BCMEA) starting at 4:30 p.m. PT...

The legal aspects of putting a lien on cargo are discussed alongside some practical advice about when a lien may be recognized (or not) by the courts.

On March 18, 2013 the Federal government announced proposed amendments to the Canada Shipping Act, 2001 and introduced eight new tanker-safety measures.

On July 6, 2016, the DFO accepted the Ministerial Advisory Panel recommendation in the fate of the "last-in, first-out" policy (LIFO) for the Northern shrimp fishery: after 20 years, LIFO's out.

Autonomous Vessels

Atlantic Canada is at a turning point. The region's history and economic development have historically been inextricably linked to the ocean.

The COVID-19-fuelled spending spree by locked-down consumers in North America and Europe, particularly on goods imported from Asia, revealed the fragility of the global supply chain.

Effect Of Canada/EU Free Trade Agreement On The Cabotage Trade (Maritime Law Seminar)

On February 28, 2019, Canada enacted the Wrecked, Abandoned or Hazardous Vessels Act (the Act). The new legislation prohibits vessel abandonment and enacts within Canadian law the International Convention on the Removal of Wrecks, 2007.

With brick-and-mortar stores closed by COVID-19 and folks trapped at home with nothing to do but shop online, the purchase of goods from overseas has exploded.

The Supreme Court of Canada recently issued a decision with far reaching consequences for Canadian maritime personal injury claims.

The Supreme Court of Canada has recently issued a decision with far reaching consequences for Canadian maritime personal injury claims.

McInnes Cooper lawyers are internationally recognized for their experience and knowledge in many areas, including the extraction of resources from international waters.