Cross-Border · USA ↔ Canada
USA – Canada Heavy Haul Shipping
Bonded heavy haul running between every U.S. state and Canadian province, built for importers, exporters, dealers, and OEMs. We take care of the customs paperwork, secure permits on both sides of the border, and handle the bonded handoff so your gear keeps moving instead of sitting at the crossing.
About This Service
Full-Service Cross-Border Equipment Transport
Whether you just won a bid at a Ritchie Bros auction in Canada and need the gear on a U.S. jobsite next week, or you're shipping a Cat dozer up to an Alberta mine site, we handle the entire trip end-to-end. You get one dispatcher, one quote, and one single invoice covering both legs of the journey.
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Northbound
ACI/eManifest + PARS pre-cleared for Canadian entry. Ritchie Bros / IronPlanet wins delivered to ON, AB, BC, QC.
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Southbound
ACE + PAPS for U.S. entry. Cat dozers & ag iron to U.S. jobsites no broker chasing.
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One Point
One dispatcher, one quote (CAD/USD), one invoice. Live GPS pickup → drop.
- All U.S. states ↔ all Canadian provinces
- CBSA bonded carriers · CTPAT / FAST
- ACI / ACE eManifest filing in-house
- PARS / PAPS pre-clearance labels
- U.S. + provincial oversize permits
- Real-time GPS + border status tracking
- Bilingual dispatch (English / French Canada)
- Net-30 terms for qualified importers/exporters
What We Deliver
Canada Cross-Border Done Right
Customs Documentation Handled
Commercial invoice, bill of lading, B3 entry, BSF715, ACI / ACE eManifest, PARS/PAPS labels prepared and filed in-house.
Bonded & CTPAT-Compliant Carriers
All cross-border carriers are CTPAT/PIP partners and FAST-approved for expedited clearance lanes.
Every Major Border Crossing
Staged at key border crossings: Pacific Highway, Sweetgrass, Pembina, Sault Ste. Marie, Detroit-Windsor, Buffalo, Champlain, and beyond.
Oversize Permits Both Sides
We take care of state permits, provincial requirements (including MTO, SAAQ, and Alberta TRAVIS), and pilot car scheduling in a single step. You get one dedicated team managing the whole file from coast to coast.
For Importers & Exporters
Built for equipment dealers, auction buyers, OEM fleets, and energy operators. We offer flexible Net-30 credit terms for qualified accounts to keep your operations running smoothly.
Live Border Status Updates
Our dispatchers monitor each crossing and message you the moment your load is cleared and rolling.
USA ↔ Canada Lanes
Border To Border Coast To Coast
From the Pacific Highway crossing to Detroit–Windsor and out to the Maritimes bonded heavy haul wherever your equipment needs to go.
Pacific Highway Crossing
Daily lanes BC ↔ WA with CTPAT / FAST carriers staged at the border.
Alberta & Prairie Lanes
Heavy iron into Edmonton, Calgary, Saskatoon and back south for oil & gas.
Detroit ↔ Windsor
Ambassador & Gordie Howe crossings Ontario, Quebec and the U.S. Midwest.
How It Works
From Call To Completed
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Quote & Documents
Send make, model, serial, value, origin and destination. We return an all-in cross-border quote and a documents checklist.
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Customs Pre-Clearance
We prepare ACI/ACE filings, PARS/PAPS labels, and coordinate with your broker (or ours) for a clean entry.
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Permits & Pilot Cars
We manage state and provincial oversize permits, escort cars, and route surveys directly under one roof. One team keeps your entire move compliant and on schedule from start to finish.
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Pickup & Border Crossing
From pickup to border clearance and final delivery, your load stays with a trusted bonded carrier. You'll have complete visibility from start to finish with live GPS tracking and instant status updates
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Delivery & POD
Equipment delivered to final destination with signed POD, customs entry copies, and any provincial permit receipts.
Good To Know
What You Should Know About U.S. – Canada Equipment Shipping
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Here’s what you need to know for a smooth border crossing:
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eManifests & Pre-Clearance: We file northbound ACI or southbound ACE eManifests ahead of time, using PARS/PAPS barcodes to shrink border wait times from hours to minutes.
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Permits & Regulations: Used gear may need EPA or Transport Canada docs, and oversize freight requires both U.S. state and Canadian provincial permits before hitting the crossing.
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Fast Lanes & Brokers: CTPAT/PIP certified drivers make use of FAST lanes for priority clearance. You're responsible for GST/HST and import duties, but we can easily partner with your broker or connect you with a trusted partner.
FAQs
Canada Cross-Border FAQs
Do I need a customs broker to ship equipment from the U.S. to Canada?
How long does customs clearance at the border take?
Can you ship oversize loads across the border?
Which border crossings do you use most?
Do you provide cross-border insurance?
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