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CBSA delays implementation of CARM - RPP provisions

March 27th, 2025

CBSA delays implementation of CARM - RPP provisions

CBSA has instituted a one-month delay in the implementation of the importer security provisions of CARM - the Release Prior to Payment (RPP) program.  This delay will push back the day of reckoning to after the federal election.  A number of associations, including CAF, have warned the government that many smaller importers are not and will not be able to navigate new security requirements for imports.  Treasury Board has approved a regulatory package for a 30-day extension to the period …

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Canadian Apparel Monthly Digest - March 2025

March 24th, 2025

Canadian Apparel Monthly Digest - March 2025

Canadian Apparel Monthly Digest  March 2025 Canadian Apparel Insights Retail Apparel Update Canada’s apparel sales during 2024 decreased by 2.8% according to Statistics Canada to C$36.5 billion. The decrease was the apparel category’s first sales decline since Canadian retail apparel sales fell 23.6% in 2020 because of Covid. Driving the 2024 decrease in apparel sales was the 3.8% decline in women’s apparel which accounted for 55.1% of total apparel sales. The 1.6% decrease in mens sales was less than the …

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Blue Cherry Report on technology priorities - tenth annual edition

March 18th, 2025

Blue Cherry Report on technology priorities - tenth annual edition

Computer Generated Solutions, Inc. (CGS), a leading global provider of supply chain management software solutions for fashion businesses through its BlueCherry® platform, today released its 10th annual BlueCherry State of Supply Chain & Technology Report. It provides a decade-long analysis of trends, challenges, and opportunities in the fashion supply chain landscape and reveals two top technology priorities in 2025: cultivating AI-driven insights and optimizing merchandise demand planning.   Over 300 executives across the global apparel, footwear, accessories, consumer lifestyle goods, retail, …

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Export Development Canada receives $5 billion to support exports

March 10th, 2025

Export Development Canada receives $5 billion to support exports

  Across Canada, businesses are feeling the impact of market uncertainty. The Export Development Canada (EDC) Trade Impact Program will facilitate an additional $5 billion over two years in support for eligible companies across a range of products to help you navigate economic challenges. If you’re an eligible Canadian exporter, or a company that supplies exporters, here’s how we can help:  Export confidently: EDC trade credit insurance protects against losses in the event of non-payment from your foreign buyer. Manage currency fluctuations: We offer solutions …

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CBSA reminds importers to submit financial security before CARM transition measure ends in April

February 28th, 2025

CBSA reminds importers to submit financial security before CARM transition measure ends in April

CBSA reminds importers to submit financial security before CARM transition measure ends in April From: Canada Border Services Agency The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) Assessment and Revenue Management (CARM) system has been operational since October 21, 2024. Since then, a new financial security model exists whereby all commercial importers must post their financial security in CARM to benefit from the Release Prior to Payment (RPP) program. They can no longer use the financial security posted by their customs brokers. The RPP …

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Canadian Apparel Monthly Digest - February 2025

February 27th, 2025

Canadian Apparel Monthly Digest - February 2025

Canadian Apparel Insights - February 2025 Prepared by Trendex North America.   Retail Apparel Update Marks, Canada’s second-largest apparel specialty retailer, with 383 stores, reported that its sales decreased 0.6% during 2024, despite a 2.4% sales increase in Q4. Gains in men's casualwear and children’s apparel/footwear were offset by a decline in Marks industrial business. Gildan’s sales in the U.S. during 2024 increased 1.9%, while its sales in Canada decreased 4.3%. In total, Gildan’s sales for 2024 increased 2.4%. Unisync, a …

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Unlock Your Hiring Potential with CAF's Job Board!

February 12th, 2025

Unlock Your Hiring Potential with CAF's Job Board!

  Tired of searching for the perfect candidate? Let CAF streamline your hiring process and connect you with top industry talent! Introducing CAF's new and improved Job Posting System! Now, you can effortlessly showcase your job opportunities on caf-fcv.ca, reaching thousands of skilled professionals within the CAF network. Here's what makes CAF's Job Board exceptional: Extensive Reach: Your job posting will be featured on our website for a full 60 days and included in an upcoming issue of the CAF …

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CAF adds US Tariffs page to website

February 4th, 2025

CAF adds US Tariffs page to website

The Canadian Apparel Federation has set up a single page for ongoing updates on US tariff policies. The page focuses on US actions, Canadian responses, and US tariff policy toward other countries, particularly China. Although direct action against Canada has been postponed, there are still developing issues that affect Canadian companies. Tariff measures against China will impact the shipping patterns of many Canadian companies, especially those involved in e-commerce. Only Canadian Apparel Federation members can access this page. The page …

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Canadian Apparel Federation Bulletin 31-Jan-2025

January 31st, 2025

      Industry News       Update on US Tariffs     As we approach February 1, 2025, the likelihood that the US will impose tariffs on Canadian products is increasing. So too is the awareness that the removal of these tariffs will be conditional on the United States securing concessions.  There is a near certainty some type of tariffs will be imposed on Canada and Mexico.… Article accessible to CAF members only. [More Info]        …

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Canadian Apparel Federation and BlueCherry Partner to Drive Digital Transformation in the Canadian Apparel Industry

January 30th, 2025

Canadian Apparel Federation and BlueCherry Partner to Drive Digital Transformation in the Canadian Apparel Industry

The Canadian Apparel Federation (CAF) and CGS’s BlueCherry today announced a strategic partnership to help accelerate the digital transformation of the Canadian apparel sector. CAF is the national association of the Canadian apparel industry, providing members with advice on national and global competitive issues. BlueCherry is the award-winning, end-to-end supply chain management solution built expressly for high-growth organizations in fashion, apparel, consumer lifestyle products, home goods, and retail.    To support the continued growth and competitiveness of the Canadian fashion …

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