Interpretation

1 The following definitions apply in this Order.

cargo vessel

cargo vessel means a freighter, container vessel, self-unloader, car carrier or bulk carrier classified under tariff item No. 8901.90.91 or 8901.90.99 in the List of Tariff Provisions set out in the schedule to the Customs Tariff, but does not include a barge or its pusher vessel. (navire de charge)

imported into Canada

imported into Canada means permanently imported into Canada for the first time; however, it does not apply to ferry-boats, tankers and cargo vessels produced in Canada that have been exported and then subsequently re-imported into Canada. (importé au Canada)

Remission

2 Remission of the customs duties paid or payable under the Customs Tariff is granted in respect of ferry-boats of a length of 129 m or more, classified under subheading No. 8901.10 in the List of Tariff Provisions set out in the schedule to the Customs Tariff, tankers classified under subheading No. 8901.20 in that List and cargo vessels.

Conditions

3 The remission is granted on the following conditions:

• (a) the ferry-boat, tanker or cargo vessel was imported into Canada on or after January 1, 2010;

• (b) the importer files all evidence that is required by the Canada Border Services Agency to determine eligibility for remission; and

• (c) a claim for remission is made by the importer to the Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness within two years after the date of importation.

Coming into Force

4 This Order comes into force on the day on which it is registered.