US–Canada Trade War: Trucking Impact in September 2026
September 2026 trade-war changes explained for truckers: Canadian counter-tariffs, upcoming US restrictions, backhaul risk and a dispatch checklist.
Cross-BorderUS–Canada Trucking Tariffs 2026: Carrier Guide
Find official 2026 CBSA tariff schedules, check shipment exposure and separate customs duties from trucking charges. Includes a carrier dispatch checklist.
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Container Drayage in Canada: From Port or Rail Ramp to Customer
How import containers move from Vancouver, Prince Rupert, Montreal, Halifax, Saint John and CN or CPKC ramps to customers: releases, bookings, empty return.
Cross-BorderCBSA Release Before Container Pickup: A Drayage Dispatcher's Guide
Before a drayage driver pulls an import container, check CBSA release: cargo control numbers, release notices, sufferance warehouses and in-bond moves inland.
Cross-BorderWhat Is a PAPS Number? Format and How to Get One
What is a PAPS number? The carrier's SCAC plus a unique shipment number that links US-bound truck freight to its CBP entry. How to get one, labels, timing.
Cross-BorderWhat Is a PARS Number? Canada Customs Explained
What is a PARS number? The carrier's cargo control number that links a Canada-bound load to its CBSA Pre-Arrival Review System release. Format, labels, status.
Cross-BorderUSA Hazmat Permits & Registration 2026: PHMSA, FMCSA Safety Permit & State Permits
US hazmat permitting for carriers, including Canadian cross-border fleets — PHMSA Hazardous Materials Registration (who must register, 2026-2027 fees and deadline), the FMCSA Hazardous Materials Safety Permit, and state hazmat permits. Separate from Canadian TDG.
Cross-BorderFAST Card vs CDRP vs PIP: Which Trusted Trader Program Fits Your Fleet?
Side-by-side comparison of FAST Card, CDRP, and PIP for Canadian carriers: eligibility, application time, lane benefits, costs, and audit posture.
Cross-BorderCross-Border Freight Volume Canada–US 2026: Data and Lane Trends
2026 cross-border freight volume data: top US-Canada lanes, year-over-year changes, tariff-driven mix shifts, and what's growing vs shrinking.
Cross-BorderFAST Card Processing Times 2026: Delays, Alternatives, and Application Tips
FAST Card processing times in 2026 are averaging 6-8 months. Here's how to expedite your application, alternatives to FAST, and border crossing tips for Canadian drivers.