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Best practices for U.S. exports – Leveraging CUSMA & working with a U.S. customs broker

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Best practices for U.S. exports – Leveraging CUSMA & working with a U.S. customs broker

Event Type: Webinar

Date: June 24, 2025

Location: Webex

Venue: Online

Industry(ies): Multiple industries

Export Theme(s): CUSMA – Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement

Registration deadline: June 20, 2025

Who should apply: Canadian exporters looking to better understand the United States (U.S.) customs process and navigate the current tariff situation

Event description

Join the Trade Commissioner Service for a one-hour webinar designed to help you:

  • navigate U.S. customs requirements
  • work effectively with customs brokers
  • determine CUSMA compliance

Whether you're new to exporting or want to fine-tune your approach, this session offers practical guidance to help protect your bottom line.

Why this matters

On March 4, 2025, the U.S. imposed tariffs of 25% on goods imported from Canada, and 10% on energy products imported from Canada. Starting March 7, 2025, goods that meet the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA) rules are exempt from tariffs. This means you can still ship your goods to the U.S. without paying tariffs — as long as they qualify. Understanding how to leverage CUSMA and work with a customs broker is essential to avoid costly mistakes and ensure smooth border crossings.

What you’ll learn

  • What CUSMA covers and how to determine if your goods qualify 
  • How to work with a U.S. customs broker and what to expect 
  • Common documentation and classification issues — and how to get them right 
  • What to do if something goes wrong at the border 
  • How to prepare for audits by U.S. Customs & Border Protection
  • Key trends to watch

Speakers

Moderator:

  • Linda Soltis, Trade Commissioner, Trade Commissioner Service

Panelists:

  • Jim Trubits, Vice President, Mohawk Global
  • Damon Piatek, President, Piatek Customs
  • Brian Barber, President, Northern Border Customs Brokers Association & Vice President U.S. Brokerage and Government Affairs, Willson International (Commentary – Key Takeaways & Trends at the Canada-U.S. Border)

The panel will share real-life examples and practical tips from their work with Canadian exporters across sectors.

Stay informed. Stay compliant. Join us to boost your confidence in navigating the U.S. customs landscape — and ensure you’re making the most of the CUSMA benefits.

 

Please note that the webinar will be offered in English only.

Register now

Benefits of participating

  • Gain insights and market intelligence
  • Develop a first-hand understanding of the opportunities and challenges of doing business in foreign markets
  • Receive mentoring and coaching

Contact us

Linda Soltis

Trade Commissioner
Buffalo, United States
linda.soltis@international.gc.ca

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