The “Trade War” era is here—bringing unprecedented tariff hikes, aggressive border-linked trade measures, and escalating compliance demands. This session breaks down the latest U.S. actions, including Section 232 increases and IEEPA based “Fentanyl & Migration” tariffs, and shows Canadian businesses how to protect their supply chains and margins in a high percentage duty world.

GHY will explore sector specific impacts—from steel and aluminum to energy, potash, and softwood lumber—while gaining a deep understanding of how CUSMA/USMCA “Safe Harbors” can keep more than 85% of Canadian-origin goods duty free. We’ll unpack Rules of Origin, substantial transformation audits, RVC testing, and the end of the U.S. $800 de minimis threshold.

The workshop concludes with practical mitigation strategies, including tariff engineering, supply chain retooling, duty drawback opportunities, diversification through CETA and CPTPP, and the growing risks of DDP Incoterms® in a hightariff climate.

Join us to learn how to safeguard your operations and stay competitive amidst the tariff surge.

Date: Wednesday, April 8th, 2026
Time: 8:30am – 12:00pm
Location: Richardson Conference Centre, Salons A&B
1 Lombard Place (concourse level).
Cost: Free to attend (discounted to $0 thanks to funding from PrairiesCan)

Please note that, depending on overall demand, we may restrict participation to one person per organization. In such cases, businesses will be prioritized.

Exporting to the U.S. requires more than arranging transportation.

This half-day workshop equips Canadian businesses with a technical roadmap for shipping goods south, ensuring compliance with both Canadian export laws and U.S. import regulations. 

Led by the customs and trade specialists at GHY International, we will break down the mandatory CERS (Canadian Export Reporting System) requirements, the nuances of U.S. Customs Brokerage, and the critical “Rules of Origin” that determine if your goods cross duty-free or get caught in the crossfire. 

In this workshop, you will also learn: 

• The Three Pillars of Export Compliance – HS Classification, Export Valuation and Rules of Origin 
• CERS & Canadian Regulatory Reporting – Legal obligation to Canadian Border Services Agency (CBSA) 
• The Documentation Package – Physical and digital paperwork requirements 
• Partner Government Agencies – Restricted Goods & Special Controls 

Date: Monday, March 30th, 2026
Time: 8:30am – 12:00pm
Location: Richardson Conference Centre, Salons A&B
1 Lombard Place (concourse level).
Cost: Free to attend (discounted to $0 thanks to funding from PrairiesCan) 

Please note that, depending on overall demand, we may restrict participation to one person per organization. In such cases, businesses will be prioritized