October 9, 2025 – The Government of Canada has tabled Bill C-12, the Strengthening Canada’s Immigration System and Borders Act, which aims to modernize border security, enhance law enforcement powers, and tighten regulation over immigration fraud, illicit trade, and money laundering. Key provisions include expanded CBSA access to certain transport facilities, amendments to the Customs and Oceans Acts, stronger information sharing, and improved asylum process management. For full text and details, see the official announcement: Canada introduces Bill C-12.
Why the Canada Bill C-12 Matters
This bill signals a major shift in how Canada regulates immigration, trade, and border enforcement. For firms in logistics, international trade, compliance, and security sectors, staying informed about changes to the Customs Act, Oceans Act, and information sharing rules is critical. Monitoring committee debates, government amendments, and ministerial briefings will be more important than ever to anticipate regulatory risks and operational impacts across provinces and territories.
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In a fast-evolving regulatory environment, reacting late carries risk. Gnowit’s Legislative Monitoring Software is especially relevant here — it delivers real-time alerts on proposed bills like C-12, tracks committee transcripts and parliamentary debates, and provides early access to policy shifts and government publications. With Gnowit, stay proactive, not reactive.