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 Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) sets the policies and regulations for these importations and they are enforced by the 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
  • Documentation Procedures

Plant Commodities

• Food and Horticultural Products Import Guide for Trade Fairs and Shows in Canada
• Plant and Plant Products Import Primer

Canada Border Services Agency

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