Canada Equipment Shipping Services

Canada Equipment and Oversize Load Shipping Services

Documents Required To Ship Equipment To Canada

Canada requires certain documents to ship equipment and oversize loads from the U.S. Our team of highly specialized international transporters handle every detail for you, but you should be aware of what you need. The more information you have Canada equipment transport, the less likely you are to see delays during the shipment process.

Here are the documents you need to ship equipment to Canada:

• • Commercial Invoice/Canada Customs Invoice

  This indicates the buyer, seller, country of origins, price paid (or payable), description of the equipment, and quantity.

• • Manifest (Or Cargo Control Document)

  This is a list of the contents of the equipment or oversize load shipment prepared by the carrier with the information you provide.

• • Bill of Lading

  A legal document detailing the shipment, logistics company, shipper and more.

• • Electronic Export Declaration (EED)

  Required when shipping equipment over $2,500 to Canada

At Heavy Haulers we walk you through the entire process to ensure simple and affordable Canada Equipment Shipping.

How Much Does it Cost To Ship Equipment and Oversize Loads to Canada?

The average cost to ship equipment from the U.S. to Canada is $2.50 - $3.50 per mile. This varies based on several factors.

Here are some general considerations.

• • Equipment Type

  Larger and heavier equipment costs more to ship.

• • Shipping Method

  The most affordable method is to transport equipment by truck. Air freight or cargo ships tend to cost more.

• • Distance and Route

  The farther away your equipment is from Canada, the more it will cost to ship.

These are just a few factors. When you speak with a Heavy Haul transport specialist, they’ll provide you with an accurate quote.

Major Border Crossings From The U.S. to Canada

• • Ambassador Bridge (Detroit, MI to Windsor, ON):

  This is the busiest U.S.-Canada commercial crossing, handling a significant portion of truck traffic between the two countries.

• • Peace Bridge (Buffalo, NY to Fort Erie, ON):

  A vital link for freight moving between the eastern U.S. and Ontario.

• • Blue Water Bridge (Port Huron, MI to Sarnia, ON):

  Another crucial crossing for commercial vehicles, connecting Michigan to Ontario.

• • International Avenue Bridge (Calais, ME to St. Stephen, NB):

  Serves as a key route for shipments between the northeastern U.S. and Canada's Maritime provinces.

• • Pacific Highway Crossing (Blaine, WA to Surrey, BC):

  Essential for freight moving between the western U.S. and British Columbia.

Route Planning From The U.S. to Canada

• • Eastern U.S. to Ontario/Quebec:

  Utilize crossings like the Peace Bridge or Thousand Islands Bridge, connecting to major highways leading to Toronto or Montreal.

• • Midwestern U.S. to Central Canada:

  The Ambassador Bridge and Blue Water Bridge provide direct routes into Ontario, facilitating access to central Canadian markets.

• • Western U.S. to Western Canada

  The Pacific Highway Crossing is ideal for shipments destined for British Columbia and beyond.