Ransomware – Privacy law, sanctions, and the pandemic
It is trite to say that no matter the sector, size, or location of an organization, cyberattacks can be devastating. As we have seen throughout 2020 and this year in Canada and elsewhere, data breaches and operational interruptions caused by […]
Notice to blueberry product exporters – U.S.
Recently, the International Trade Commission (“ITC”) began a global safeguard investigation under section 201 of the Trade Act of 1974 into whether the large amounts of blueberries being imported into the U.S. have harmed domestic blueberry farmers. The announcement of […]
Notice to exporters – Hong Kong
Canada has taken steps in response to the passage of national security legislation for Hong Kong. Exports and transfers of sensitive goods and technology to Hong Kong will now be treated in the same manner as those destined for mainland […]
The Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy: A welcome assistance for employers – a pitfall for the unprepared
Introduction Canadians have been blindsided by the COVID-19 health and economic crisis. The impact has been swift, painful, and enduring. In March 2020 alone, Canada lost a record one million jobs. In the face of this crisis, Parliament passed legislation […]
Importation of medical supplies
Introduction A surge in global demand for emergency health and safety related goods is one of the outcomes of the COVID-19 pandemic. The Government of Canada and its G20 partners are working to ensure the continued free flow of essential […]
Non-resident importers: Tips and traps – Part II
Goods and Services Tax / Harmonized Sales Tax Many imported goods are subject to import taxes such as GST which is levied on many imported goods pursuant to the Excise Tax Act at the rate of 5%. Many non-resident importers […]
