In the session, you will learn about the basics of importing into Canada as well as the main regulation for all food products: Safe Food For Canadian’s. Our expert trade advisors will provide an overview of the regulations, which food products they apply to, and if your business will require a license. Licensing requirements, preventative control plans, and traceability plans. Our shipping experts will review best practices that mitigate delays in delivery. You will gain an understanding of how you can import into Canada as a non-resident as well as best practices to ensure compliance. Sign up now for this informative session that will help your import goals.

  • Live Webinar

  • Next Date TBA

  • Online From Any Computer/Mobile Device

  • Free

Who Should Attend?

The material in this course is relevant to ...

Anyone who is a US manufacturer, supplier, or distributor of food and beverage goods wanting to export to Canada. Or are a Canadian buyer of US perishables goods wanting to ship into Canada or needing study material for your professional designation then this is for you!

Are You A Professional Designate?

Whether you’re a CCS, CES, CTCS, MCS, MES, a legal, accounting, trade or logistics professional we’ve got your study material here.

Topics Include

By taking this course you will walk away with a better understanding of the Canadian Food Inspection Agency’s Safe Food For Canadians Regulations and non-resident importer implications. You will learn which companies the regulation applies to, licensing requirements, and how to apply.

  • Which Companies Require A License

  • Which Food Products Are Regulated

  • Overview Of The Basic Requirements

  • How To Apply For A SFCR License

  • Importing As A Non-Resident Of Canada

Speakers

  • Gloria Terhaar

    Canadian Regulatory Analyst

    Gloria Terhaar

    Gloria Terhaar, CCS (CA/US), CTCS, LCB Trade Compliance Supervisor | Regulatory Analyst Gloria Terhaar began her customs brokerage career in 2002 and soon after joined PCB Global Trade Management. Since her start date in 2007, Gloria Terhaar has forged an impeccable reputation working progressively from an operations role to her current responsibilities as Trade Compliance Supervisor and a Regulatory Analyst. In these roles her in-depth knowledge of regulatory requirements relating to imports into Canada ensures that our company’s practices are developed and updated to operate within government regulations. She is a dependable, approachable problem-solver and critical thinker with the resilience to tackle and handle many job responsibilities in an agile manner. Gloria enjoys educating others about Importing and has spoken at talks for MNP, the Surrey Board of Trade, TFO Canada, the BC Produce Marketing Association and various importers. She also represents PCB on the Canadian Produce Marketing Association Government Issue Management Committee and participates in annual advocacy events, where she advocates to Government officials for the Canadian produce industry. Recently, she was also accepted to participate on the CSCB task force related to the CBSA Assessment and Revenue Management (CARM) initiative. Gloria's passion for customs brokerage is shown in her commitment to educating trade chain partners about the industry and keeping abreast of the ever changing landscape of Acts, Regulations and policies that affect trade.
  • Alexandra Haukaas

    General Manager, Freight Operations

    Alexandra Haukaas

    Alex Haukaas is a logistics professional who has been in the freight forwarding, NVOCC, and brokerage industries for over 18 years. Alex has worked in all transportation modes, including air, ocean, truck, rail, and project cargo, with a strong background in project management and business development. Her successful management style is a hands-on approach in identifying her team's strengths, which results in a positive and cohesive work environment. Alex currently holds the Canadian International Freight Forwarding Association (CIFFA) and Forum For International Trade Training (FITT) designations.
  • Stefanie Tokarchuk

    Marketing Coordinator

    Stefanie Tokarchuk

    Green to the international trade industry, Stefanie is the newest member of the Marketing team at PCB Customs Brokers. A Kwantlen Polytechnic University Alumni with a bachelors in Graphic Design for Marketing, Stefanie is a born creative, up for any challenge, and learning about trade right along side you.