Program Overview

The CUSMA Compliance Advisory Services Initiative (CCASI) is no longer accepting applications. This information remains available for businesses who have participated in the program and need guidance about eligibility, reimbursement or next steps.

The CCASI program provided non-repayable, matching funding to help B.C. businesses become compliant with the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA).

Through CCASI, approved businesses were reimbursed for 50% of eligible costs (up to $5,000) after completing services with qualified providers, such as customs brokers, trade consultants, trade lawyers, and compliance specialists based in Canada or the United States.

This program is administered by Export Navigator through Community Futures BC.

Who Can Apply

To be eligible for CCASI, businesses must:

  • Be registered in British Columbia
  • Have exported to the U.S. within the past 12 months
  • Incur eligible costs incurred on or after April 1, 2025
  • Use a qualified Canadian or U.S.-based service provider
  • You can find additional details on our FAQ page.
Who Can Apply
What You Can Claim

What You Can Claim

If you were approved for CCASI funding, you may still be able to submit reimbursement claims according to your approval terms.

Approved program participants were eligible for:

  • Up to $5,000 in funding
  • Reimbursement of 50% of total eligible costs
  • Services provided by approved third-party professionals

More information is available on our FAQ page.

Eligible and ineligible costs

How it Works

1

*Applications Closed

2

Get approved

3

Hire a service provider

4

Submit receipts

5

Get reimbursed

Why Ready

Need support with CUSMA compliance?

While CCASI is now closed, Export Navigator continues to support B.C. businesses with:

  • Understanding CUSMA requirements
  • Navigating rules of origin and documentation
  • Connecting with service providers
  • Identifying funding and support programs
Pilot Program Intake

Get Started Today

If you're exporting to the U.S., now is the time to strengthen your compliance with expert support. Applications are reviewed on a first-come, first-served basis so make sure to apply early. The program will run until March 2026 or until funds are fully allocated.

Applications Closed