News Summary
The European Commission has proposed amendments to the European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR), impacting Canadian publishers among others. Initially scheduled to be implemented in June 2023, the regulation’s enforcement for micro and small enterprises has been postponed to December 30, 2026, and for medium and large enterprises to December 30, 2025, with a grace period until June 30, 2026. Canadian publishers, who export to the EU, must continue preparing for the regulation despite these delays. The proposed changes include new operator classifications that could affect Canadian exporters, such as ‘micro and small primary operators,’ who are exempt from full due diligence. BookNet Canada advises publishers to maintain current preparation timelines and engage with EU trading partners to ensure compliance. The Canadian government, through Natural Resources Canada, is analyzing the impact of these changes.
