CBSA: Updates to CARM Release 2 Timeline

CBSA: Updates to CARM Release 2 Timeline

In May 2024, CARM will become the official system of record for the collection of duties and taxes for commercial goods imported into Canada. Release 2 soft launch is planned for October 2023 to allow selected industry partners to test their own internal systems and allow time for software service providers to continue to certify their software with CARM.
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