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flag Canada's CARM customs system still has major tech problems over a year after launch, causing delays and higher costs.

flag More than a year after launch, Canada’s CARM customs portal faces ongoing technical issues, causing delays, supply chain disruptions, and increased costs for importers and consumers. flag Despite CBSA claims of 99% system uptime since December 2024 and improved revenue collection, frequent outages, slow registration—up to two months for foreign importers—and unresponsive customer support persist. flag Businesses report days-long shipment delays, goods stored in temporary warehouses risking spoilage, and difficulty accessing help, with response times stretching weeks. flag Industry groups and U.S. trade officials criticize the lack of backup payment options during outages. flag While CBSA says onboarding can take 10 minutes and is exploring broker-assisted registration, many users say the system remains unreliable and poorly supported, undermining cross-border trade efficiency amid rising trade tensions.

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