In Brief
Imports of turkey and turkey products into Canada are subject to import controls under Canada’s Export and Import Permits Act (EIPA). Accordingly, an import permit is required for shipments of turkey and turkey products to enter Canada. Import permits for shipments of turkey and turkey products destined to the Canadian market are issued to allocation holders under Canada’s tariff rate quota (TRQ) for turkey and turkey products, which is administered by Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada (DFAIT).
The Minister may, at his discretion, authorize imports of turkey and turkey products apart from the import access quantity, particularly if he judges that the importation of these products is required to meet Canadian market needs.
This Notice to Importers sets out the policies and practices pertaining to supplemental imports of turkey and turkey products. This Notice also explains how to apply for supplemental import permits.