Association of Canadian Customs Trade Advisors

Our Approach

ACCTA supports open dialogue between government and industry stakeholders in the development of customs regulatory policy.

Our submissions are guided by the following principles:

1. Evidence-Based Analysis

ACCTA submissions reflect the practical experience of professionals working directly with Canadian importers.

2. Support for Effective Compliance

ACCTA advocates for policies that enhance compliance while ensuring that regulatory frameworks remain clear and workable for industry participants.

3. Constructive Engagement

Where possible, ACCTA seeks to work collaboratively with regulators to address policy issues affecting Canada's customs ecosystem.

4. Protection of Legitimate Advisory Activities

ACCTA also seeks to ensure that regulatory frameworks recognize the legitimate role of independent customs trade advisors in supporting importer compliance.