Programs and Services for Commercial Importers

The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) is responsible for the initial import inspection of food, agricultural inputs and agricultural products. The CFIA sets the policies and regulations for these importations and they are enforced by CBSA at Canadian entry points.

CFIA programs and services

• Automated Import Reference System (AIRS)
• Info Kit for Brokers - Available on request
  
• National Import Service Centre
  • Document Procedures

Food Commodities

• Automated Shipment Inspection Status Search Tool (ASISST)
• Food and Horticultural Products Import Guide for Trade Fairs and Shows in Canada
• Good Importing Practices For Food (GIP)
• Guide to Importing Food Products Commercially

CBSA programs and services

• Importing Goods into Canada
• Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises - A Step-by-Step Guide to Importing
• Border wait times