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Pre-Budget Consultations in Advance of the 2020 Budget
The Standing Committee on Finance has launched its Pre-Budget Consultations in advance of the 2020 budget. Written submissions of no more than 2,000 words, based on the following template, can be submitted to the Committee until Friday, August 2, 2019,...
Pest fact sheet on Tomato Brown Rugose Fruit Virus
CFIA has released a new pest fact sheet on tomato brown rugose fruit virus. If you think you have found tomato brown rugose fruit virus, or if you have questions about the virus, contact your local CFIA office. Learn more: Tomato brown rugose fruit virus.
Tsawwassen’s New Container Examination Facility Now Operational
As of June 17th, 2019, the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) Tsawwassen Container Examination Facility (TCEF) is now open. Historically, the most vital marine port in all of Canada is the Vancouver port, accounting for 57% of the marine containers...