International Trade
The Canadian jewellery industry relies on trade with many countries around the world for the materials, products and services required to do business.
Free Trade Agreements
Canada has secured Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) with 15 countries around the world, including the U.S., our largest trading partner. FTAs are developed to support trade by removing barriers for businesses.Â
Trade Commissioner Service
The Trade Commissioner Service provides expert trade advice to Canadian businesses of all sizes to help them expand and succeed on the world stage. They offer funding and accelerator programs, trade missions, and support at trade events worldwide.
Canada - U.S. Trade
CUSMA (Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement) governs the flow of goods, services and investments between Canada, the U.S. and Mexico.
Canada and the U.S. are engaged in a complex tariff and trade dispute, with both countries imposing sector-specific tariffs while maintaining exemptions for CUSMA-compliant goods.
Support and resources for businesses, workers and exporters affected by Canada – U.S. relations.
Tariff relief is available in specific circumstances for Canadian businesses importing goods from the U.S.
Customs Support - CBSA
The CBSA facilitates the flow of legitimate trade through CBSA Assessment and Revenue Management (CARM) System.
Assess and pay duties and taxes on commercial goods using the CARM Portal.Â
Contact CBSA for Canada Customs Information at 1-800-461-9999 or login to the CARM Portal.
Customs Support - Courier
Your customs broker should be able to assist you with tariff-related questions for your shipments.
If your customs broker is FedEx, contact FedEx using the information below.
Clearance Helpline
clearancehelpline@corp.ds.fedex.com
FedEx Canada Clearance Helpline
1-800-561-0268
Canadian Importers Impacted by Tariffs
Remission programs have been developed for Canadian importers impacted by tariffs and are administered by Canadian Border Services Agency (CBSA).Â
