Canada’s New Counter-Tariffs on U.S. Goods: What Your Business Needs to Know (2026)
Quick answer: Canada’s new counter-tariffs on U.S.-origin goods took effect on September 8, 2026, under the United States Surtax Order (2026). Depending on the product, importers now pay a 15%, 25%, or 50% surtax on select U.S. goods, including steel, aluminum, dairy, appliances, agricultural equipment, pulp and paper, and electronics. The surtax applies only to […]
Navigating E-Manifest Requirements: Understanding Canadian Customs AMPS Penalties
In today’s rapidly evolving logistics landscape, embracing digital solutions has become essential for smooth operations and compliance with regulatory bodies. One such requirement that plays a crucial role in ensuring the efficiency and security of cross-border trade is the Electronic Manifest (E-Manifest). For logistics professionals dealing with shipments to or through Canada, understanding E-Manifest requirements […]
CBSA Postpones Release 2 of CARM to October 2024: What You Need to Know
The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) has recently announced a delay in the implementation of Release 2 of the CBSA Assessment and Revenue Management (CARM) initiative. Originally scheduled for May 2024, the rollout for trade chain partners has been postponed to October 2024. This decision comes as the CBSA aims to ensure a smoother transition […]
ACI vs. eManifest: Understanding the Difference
Do you plan to ship goods from overseas to Canada? Make sure that your ACI and eHBL is completed for your shipments to prevent delays and fines! Find out more!
Optimizing your Supply Chain with Transloading and Cross Docking Services
Transloading and cross docking are warehousing services that can help to optimize your supply chain. Find out more on the differences between.
eHBL: Everything you need to know about eManifest
Effective Jan 4, 2021, the CBSA made eHBL filing mandatory for freight forwarders and NVOCCs. Find out more on eHBL updates!
CARM: The New Client Portal to be Released this Spring
The CARM Client Portal is expected to launch this spring, and the exact date will be known soon. Read more here!
Here’s Why You Need a Business Number
What is a Business Number in Canada and why you need one in 2021! Find out more here!
Top reasons why you should consider outsourcing to a 3pl
Does your company handle logistics related tasks in house? Here are a few reasons why you should consider outsourcing to a 3PL.
Freight Forwarding & How Can it Help Your Business
If you operate a small-to-medium sized business (SME) and you need to ship or store products inside or outside Canada, finding cost-effective and on-time solutions can range from a time-consuming challenge to a logistical nightmare.
5 Tips For Receiving The Best Freight RFQ Results
Here are some best practices for composing your freight RFQ – Follow these tips to successfully fulfill your business needs!
8 ways for getting the most out of your logistics budget
Find out how to mitigate the different factors that make it challenging to manage your company’s annual logistics budget!
Shippers: How to save by avoiding freight invoicing mistakes!
Find out how you can save huge amounts of money by identifying errors in your freight invoices!
Solas mandatory reporting of verified gross mass (VGM)
As you may be aware, amendments to the Safety of Life at Sea Convention (SOLAS), to which 162 states including Canada are parties, are coming into effect on 1 July 2016. These changes, implemented into Canadian law, impose on all shippers of containers the obligation to obtain and provide a “Verified Gross Mass??? (VGM) for […]
How to Maximize Container Space When Shipping by Ocean
In this article, discover the best ways to determine which type of container to use for your ocean shipments
How to streamline your Canada – USA cross border moves?
Do you ship between the USA and Canada? Find out how to be prepared and prevent unnecessary delays and penalties.
The Future Of Global Trade – What Key Points To Consider?
Find out what main factors will inevitably impact global trade, and ultimately your business in the future.
Why are some of Mexico’s Ports gearing up for massive growth?
Mexico is making massive investments in some of its main ports. Find out more about the impact and timelines for these projects.
Are we to expect a Canada-Philippines Free Trade Agreement soon?
A Canada-Philippines Free Trade Agreement could open bigger opportunities for Canadian importers and exporters. Find out which industries can be affected!
UPDATE: US West Coast Port Congestion issues
In this article, we offer a brief summary with the latest info on the US West Coast Ports congestion issues.
Learn more about Egypt’s Suez Canal Expansion
Find out more about the ambition plan to expand the Suez Canal in Egypt, and how this will impact the world.
Should you consider a Sea – Air Transport combination? Here’s what to know!
This blended transportation approach can prove to be advantageous in certain situations. Find out how this method could help your company.
West Coast Port Congestion issues and predictions for 2015. Our forecast
Find out why the West Coast Port Congestion issues are happening and what you as an importer can expect in 2015.
Cargo Insurance – is it really worth it?
Investing a relatively small amount in Cargo Insurance can save you devastating losses when it comes to the cargo that you move around the world.
Here are the Top 6 factors impacting the trucking industry in North America
Find out what factors have the most direct impact on the trucking industry in North America, and what it means for shippers.
GRI’s: what do they mean for importers and exporters? What changes are coming.
GRIs can have a negative impact on your import export business. This article will provide some ideas on how to mitigate this impact!