Notice: Amendment of the Export and Import Permit Act

1.1 This Notice is to advise exporters that the Export and Import Permits Act (EIPA) has been amended to clarify specific controls over technology contained on the Export Control List (ECL).

1.2 These amendments also provide the explicit authority to control the transfer, including the electronic transfer of technology contained on the ECL.

1.3 These amendments also authorize the Minister of Foreign Affairs (the Minister) to consider safety and security concerns when assessing applications for permits to export or transfer goods or technology contained on the ECL.

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Last Updated	April 17, 2026, 21:04 (UTC)
Created	April 17, 2026, 21:04 (UTC)
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open_canada_date_published	2007-03-31 00:00:00
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title_fr	Avis : Modifications apportées à la loi sur les licences d’exportation et d’importation
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