Canada prohibits goods made wholly or in part with forced labour from entering the country, with the CBSA having the authority to stop goods if it has concerns. The border agency said it would not comment on the application because it is before the courts. He said if the judge rules in CSRDN’s favour, and the border agency refuses to act, the refusal could be challenged in court. Last July Ottawa made changes to the Customs Tariff to prevent items made from forced labour from entering Canada. Kilgour said the court application essentially pressures the government to act on statements it has made about forced labour products coming into Canada.

Source: thestar June 13, 2021 13:52 UTC