Corporate Membership

Customs brokerage firms licensed in Canada are eligible for Corporate Membership in the Canadian Society of Customs Brokers.

Benefits | Membership Application

Benefits

Why should you consider corporate membership in the Canadian Society of Customs Brokers?

• Advocacy
  Because our members value the work we do in identifying issues for which there is industry consensus, and communicating positions on those issues to government. Because you deserve a voice in Ottawa, a voice that will represent your interests to federal government departments and agencies, including the Canada Border Services Agency, the Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade, and the Canadian Food Inspection Agency.
   
• Timely Information Resources
  Because as a customs broker you need accurate, up-to-date information in order to meet your clients' needs. The CSCB specializes in the timely provision of technical and operational information brokers require. We e-mail this material to hundreds of member contacts throughout the business day. We also have an on-line searchable database that provides a valuable research tool for Customs-related policies and news, as well as international trade, general management and public affairs information.
   
• Industry Innovation
  Because the benefits of electronic commerce processes are making a positive and significant difference to your business. Because CSCB members benefit from the CSCB commitment to electronic commerce processes that have improved customs brokers' competitiveness and ability to meet client needs.
  
• Professional Development Events
  Because you need to know about the professional development opportunities we provide for you and your employees, including national and regional conferences, seminars, and meetings, all at reduced costs for members.
    
• Education & Training
  Because you and your employees will be eligible for reduced rates on all CSCB educational and professional development programs.
   
• Promotion
  Because we can promote your business through our online Membership Directory and our printed membership roster.
   
• Special Services
  Because we offer special services, such as:
• Surety Services

In conjunction with Moore-McLean Corporate Insurance Limited, the Society offers its members the opportunity to be part of the Release Prior to Payment Master Bond, as well as Licence Bonds. Other bonding products and services are also available from Moore-McLean.

• General Agency Agreements and Standard Trading Conditions

The General Agency Agreement contains the minimum information recommended by the Society that members should include in their agency agreements with clients. This form also includes the standard trading conditions. These conditions have been approved by the Society, and outline members' ethical and professional responsibilities to their clients, and vice versa.

The General Agency Agreement (GAA) and Standard Trading Conditions (STC) documents are available to CSCB corporate members.

• Orders in Council subscription service

Copies of Orders in Council that are relevant to the customs brokerage community are mailed to subscribers as soon as they are received in the national office (often on a weekly basis, while Parliament is sitting).

• Technical/Operational Inquiries
  Because CSCB staff are available to assist you in finding the answers to technical questions that arise during the course of your business operations.