Are you a US company planning on doing business in Canada?Are you a Canadian company planning on doing business in the US?
If so, then the Border Research Catalog is designed to assist you in identifying the rules, regulations and assistance available to you.
The set of laws governing the movement of goods and/or people between Canada and the United States is confusing. Even simply trying to determine the appropriate governmental entity, or more often, entities, that must be consulted regarding a particular import or export can be a headache. And once the relevant authorities are discovered, the process of wading through endless regulations means that applicable information is difficult, if not impossible to find. Finally, because the legal regime governing import-export requirements is constantly in flux, it is likely that one’s hard work might be spent finding information that is outdated because of changes in the law.
Further, for those still determined to scour the internet for import-export requirements on their own, the resources available on the web are often designed to provide highly technical information for those already familiar with import-export requirements.
As a result, although the governments of the United States and Canada have instituted programs to try to facilitate the movement of goods across our shared border, many remain unaware of the most basic information about these programs.
The Great Lakes Manufacturing Council’s Border Research Catalog is designed specifically for those who are interested in learning about Canadian and United States border programs. It provides an interactive online tool that helps the user to access only the information that is most relevant to their specific needs and interests.
After directing the user through a series of simple questions, the catalogue presents the user with a brief overview of relevant programs. The user then decides which program(s) they wish to learn more about, and then clicks on a link taking them to a more detailed description of the program they have selected. The more detailed description includes valuable information on compliance requirements, legislative history, links to begin further research, and recent updates to the law. And because the website is updated regularly, the user can be more confident that the information they have is reliable.
Whether you are an importer, exporter, commercial carrier, or citizen of one country interested in visiting the other, the Great Lakes Manufacturing Council’s Border Research Catalog is a perfect place to begin learning about Canadian and United States border programs.
The U.S.-Canadian Border Research Catalog is a collection of publicly available information that is intended as a general resource guide for any entities and persons interested in issues along the Canada-U.S. border. It is not intended to convey legal advice, and receipt and, or use of the catalog does not constitute or create an attorney-client relationship. Before you act on any information provided in the catalog, you should seek professional advice regarding its applicability to your specific circumstances.
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