Export and Import Permits Act explained

Short Title:Export and Import Permits Act
Type:Act
Parliament:Parliament of Canada

The Export and Import Permits Act (French: Loi sur les licences d’exportation et d’importation, EIPA) is an Act passed by the Parliament of Canada originally in 1947 though it has had many amendments over the years.[1] It was assented originally by King George VI through his agent the Governor-General of Canada. At present, contraventions are punishable by a prison term not exceeding ten years.[2] The EIPA falls under the control of the Minister of Foreign Affairs (Canada).[3]

Notes and References

  1. News: Tracing Canadian Acts from the Pre-Internet Era: Canadian Bills, Acts and Amendments . April 3, 2021 . Government Information Service, McGill University Libraries.
  2. Export and Import Permits Act . Revised Statutes of Canada . 1985 . E-19 .
  3. News: Export and Import Controls - About Us - Trade Controls Bureau . Global Affairs Canada . Government of Canada . October 2, 2013.

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