Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora

The Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES) sets controls on movement of animal and plant species that are, or may be, threatened due to excessive commercial exploitation.

Environment Canada (EC) is the lead agency responsible for implementing CITES on behalf of the federal government.

Within EC, the Canadian Wildlife Service (CWS) administers CITES and interacts with provincial, territorial and other federal agencies.

Important: Notice To All Exporters – Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora Permit Validation By Canada Border Services Agency

INFORMATION NOTE: Canadian Export of Polar Bear (Ursus maritimus)  

Polar Bear Non-Detriment Finding for Canada

15^th Conference of the Parties - CoP 15