Canada Border Services Agency

Clock ticking on border strike as union representing CBSA personnel receives Public Interest Commission recommendations

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星期四, 五月 30, 2024
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OTTAWA, May 30, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- A potential strike looms at border crossings across the country for more than 9,000 workers at Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) following the release of the Public Interest Commission (PIC) report.

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  • OTTAWA, May 30, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- A potential strike looms at border crossings across the country for more than 9,000 workers at Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) following the release of the Public Interest Commission (PIC) report.
  • The release of the report – outlining the Commission’s recommendations to reach a settlement – starts the clock on job action and puts workers in a legal strike position as of Thursday, June 6.
  • CBSA personnel represented by the Public Service Alliance of Canada and the Customs and Immigration Union (PSAC-CIU) voted 96% in favour of taking strike action earlier this month.
  • CBSA personnel are calling for fair wages in line with other law enforcement agencies across the country and equitable retirement benefits.

Travelling for Victoria Day or U.S. Memorial Day? The CBSA gives tips for a smoother trip

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星期二, 五月 14, 2024
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Every day, the CBSA works hard to protect Canadians, support the economy and ensure the safe and efficient movement of people and goods across our borders.

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  • Every day, the CBSA works hard to protect Canadians, support the economy and ensure the safe and efficient movement of people and goods across our borders.
  • The CBSA dedicates significant efforts to planning and preparing for peak periods, including long weekends and summer months.
  • Here are some tips to help you plan for your trip:
    Plan ahead, expect delays and check border wait times .
  • The best thing you can do to save time is to be open and honest with the CBSA officer.

Indefensible: Department of National Defence earns top honour for Outstanding Achievements in Government Secrecy

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星期三, 五月 8, 2024
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"Misleading journalists and returning 1,700 pages of censored documents to a researcher asking a simple question is both Kafkaesque and indefensible.

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  • "Misleading journalists and returning 1,700 pages of censored documents to a researcher asking a simple question is both Kafkaesque and indefensible.
  • It was an ill-conceived decision then and one that continues to undermine our collective right to know every single day."
  • The CAJ is Canada's largest national professional organization for journalists from all media, representing members across the country.
  • The CAJ's primary roles are to provide high-quality professional development for its members and public-interest advocacy.

The CBSA launches an investigation into the alleged dumping of certain concrete reinforcing bar from Bulgaria, Thailand, and the United Arab Emirates

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星期五, 五月 3, 2024
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The CBSA announced today that it is launching an investigation to determine whether certain concrete reinforcing bar from Bulgaria, Thailand, and the United Arab Emirates is being sold at unfair prices in Canada.

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  • The CBSA announced today that it is launching an investigation to determine whether certain concrete reinforcing bar from Bulgaria, Thailand, and the United Arab Emirates is being sold at unfair prices in Canada.
  • The investigation is the result of a complaint filed with the CBSA by AltaSteel Inc. (Edmonton, AB), ArcelorMittal Long Products Canada, G.P.
  • The CBSA and the Canadian International Trade Tribunal (CITT) both play a role in the investigation.
  • The Canadian market for concrete reinforcing bar has been estimated to be over $1 billion annually.

YVR and Pacific Autism Family Network Reimagine Travel for Neurodiverse Families

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星期二, 四月 30, 2024
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MUSQUEAM TERRITORY/RICHMOND, BC, April 30, 2024 /CNW/ - Today, Vancouver International Airport (YVR) and Pacific Autism Family Network (PAFN) wrapped up April – Autism Acceptance Month – by unveiling two key initiatives in support of the neurodiverse community.

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  • MUSQUEAM TERRITORY/RICHMOND, BC, April 30, 2024 /CNW/ - Today, Vancouver International Airport (YVR) and Pacific Autism Family Network (PAFN) wrapped up April – Autism Acceptance Month – by unveiling two key initiatives in support of the neurodiverse community.
  • The first was the launch of a series of interactive travel training videos, created through a partnership with YVR, PAFN and AIDE Canada.
  • These on-demand videos enable individuals to familiarize themselves with various travel processes, empowering them to approach real travel situations with confidence.
  • "We are delighted to support neurodiverse communities by introducing the wonder of travel and what they can expect through these interactive travel training videos.

Alberta resident sentenced to $35,000 fine and prohibition order for illegally importing and possessing protected turtles and turtle eggs

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星期一, 四月 22, 2024
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In addition to the fine, Zheng was issued a prohibition order which prohibits the possession of any live animal for a period of two years.

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  • In addition to the fine, Zheng was issued a prohibition order which prohibits the possession of any live animal for a period of two years.
  • Although the package contents had been declared as "childrens building blocks", it contained live turtles and turtle eggs.
  • All live turtles were forfeited and have been moved to professional care facilities in Ontario and Alberta.
  • Created in 1995, the Environmental Damages Fund is a Government of Canada program administered by Environment and Climate Change Canada.

Travel tips for snowbirds returning to Canada

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星期五, 四月 12, 2024
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These are the top travel tips to know before arriving at the border:

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  • These are the top travel tips to know before arriving at the border:
    Have your travel documents handy.
  • Whether travelling by land, air or water, you can help speed up processing times by coming prepared with your travel documents.
  • Gather your receipts for goods purchased or received while away before you travel and keep them readily available.
  • Visit I Declare: A guide for residents returning to Canada and use the CBSA duty and taxes estimator to help calculate your monies owed.

Statement from President of Treasury Board on Public Interest Commission Hearings for the Border Services Group

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星期三, 四月 10, 2024
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OTTAWA, ON, April 10, 2024 /CNW/ - This week, as part of the conciliation process, the Government of Canada and the Public Service Alliance of Canada (PSAC) are entering into Public Interest Commission (PIC) hearings for the Border Services (FB) group.

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  • OTTAWA, ON, April 10, 2024 /CNW/ - This week, as part of the conciliation process, the Government of Canada and the Public Service Alliance of Canada (PSAC) are entering into Public Interest Commission (PIC) hearings for the Border Services (FB) group.
  • This will allow for both parties to provide their information and arguments about the matters in dispute.
  • The government is committed to reaching agreements with public service unions that are fair to employees and reasonable to taxpayers.
  • The FB Group is comprised of approximately 9,000 positions at the Canada Border Services Agency that are primarily involved in the planning, development, delivery, or management of the inspection and control of people and goods entering Canada.

Statement - Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat Statement in response to Public Service Alliance of Canada Strike Vote

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星期五, 四月 5, 2024
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OTTAWA, ON, April 5, 2024 /CNW/ - The government is committed to reaching an agreement with the Public Service Alliance of Canada (PSAC) that is fair for employees and reasonable for Canadians.

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  • OTTAWA, ON, April 5, 2024 /CNW/ - The government is committed to reaching an agreement with the Public Service Alliance of Canada (PSAC) that is fair for employees and reasonable for Canadians.
  • As we move into an important stage of the bargaining process, it is disappointing to see that PSAC has chosen to call a strike vote for employees from the Canada Border Services Agency (Border Services FB group).
  • There is ample room to reach a fair and reasonable agreement with PSAC for members of the FB group.
  • To assist in this, on April 10 and 22, 2024, the employer and PSAC are attending Public Interest Commission (PIC) hearings at the Federal Public Sector Labour Relations and Employment Board.

CBSA firearms investigation leads to prison time for Keswick man

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星期三, 四月 3, 2024
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MISSISSAUGA, ON, April 3, 2024 /CNW/ - The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) is committed to keeping prohibited firearms and firearms parts from entering Canada and ensuring anyone who breaks Canada's laws is held accountable.

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  • MISSISSAUGA, ON, April 3, 2024 /CNW/ - The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) is committed to keeping prohibited firearms and firearms parts from entering Canada and ensuring anyone who breaks Canada's laws is held accountable.
  • On March 15, Michael Vukmanovic of Keswick, Ontario was sentenced to 11 years in prison after pleading guilty to 16 charges under the Criminal Code for firearms manufacturing and possession.
  • This sentence is the result of an investigation led by the CBSA's Intelligence and Investigations Operations Divisions in Toronto following a firearm seizure in Southern Ontario.
  • The CBSA launched its investigation in January 2022 when Border Services Officers in Windsor, Ontario intercepted firearm parts in courier parcels destined for Vukmanovic's residence in Keswick.