Register for the Log Exemption

 Register for the Log Exemption Information System (LEXIS)

The Ministry of Forest, Economics and Trade Register launched their new system, LEXIS, this month.  The system allows companies to apply on-line and receive exemptions and permits through a secure internet site.

3. Contact the Export Controls Division of International Trade Canada 

The Export Controls Division of International Trade Canada (EXCOL), are responsible for granting federal export permits of logs.  Export permits are processed in Ottawa by an export controls officer and are issued within 3 business days of receipt of the completed application. 

 

EXCOL has an online system which allows businesses to submit applications via web for export permits and certificates, as well as request amendments. 

 

Before exporting logs, businesses are required to advertise the surplus of logs online through EXCOL for two weeks prior to exportation. 

 

For further information contact the Permit Officer, Annick Lavoie at 613-947-8730.

4. Obtain a Federal Permit for Exporting Softwood Lumber

In order to export softwood lumber to the US you must obtain a federal export permit.  This permit requires registration with both Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) and the Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada.  

 

All businesses must be registered for GST before completing the softwood online form. Visit the CRA website to find out how to register for GST. 

 

For further information contact your local Permit Officer:

Interior Region

Phone: 613-943-0508.  

Coastal Region

Phone: 613-944-3136.  

 

General information can also be found on the Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada website. 

 

5. Understand Your Fumigation Requirements 

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) is the federal agency responsible for log fumigation.  They are responsible for the prevention of the introduction and spread of regulated pests into Canada and export programs for Canadian forestry products.  Visit the CFIA websiteto find out more information on your obligations in regards to packaging materials, treated wood products, debarking and grub hold control and restrictions of movement for specific log types.

Statistics sourced from BC Stats on behalf of the Ministry of Forest, Economics and Trade.
http://www.for.gov.bc.ca/het/analysis-forest-exports.htm

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