B&P Logistics coordinates cross-border freight between the United States and Canada — managing customs documentation, PARS and PAPS processing, border crossing logistics, and carrier handoffs. We bridge the complexity of US–Canada trucking so your freight clears and keeps moving in both directions.
Why B&P for Cross-Border
The Border Is Where Freight Gets Stuck. We Keep It Moving.
Customs Coordination
We coordinate with customs brokers on both sides so documentation is right before the freight reaches the border
PARS & PAPS Processing
Pre-arrival customs review so your freight is cleared to cross rather than waiting at the crossing
Carrier Handoffs
Cross-border freight often changes carriers at the border. We coordinate the interchange seamlessly
Both Directions
Northbound into Canada and southbound back into the US — full round-trip US–Canada capability
The Cross-Border Process
How Freight Crosses the US–Canada Border.
01
Documentation Prep
Commercial invoice, packing list, certificate of origin, and customs paperwork prepared and verified before the freight moves.
02
Delivery to the Border
Freight moves to a border crossing staging point, ready for customs processing on both sides.
03
Customs Clearance
Customs brokers clear the freight using PARS for shipments entering Canada and PAPS for shipments entering the US, reviewed before the truck arrives.
04
Cross & Final Delivery
Freight crosses the border, is picked up by the destination-country carrier if needed, and delivered to its final destination.
Where We Cross
Every Major US–Canada Gateway.
Detroit, MI / Windsor, ON
Ambassador Bridge — busiest US–Canada commercial crossing
Buffalo, NY / Fort Erie, ON
Peace Bridge — key Northeast corridor gateway
Port Huron, MI / Sarnia, ON
Blue Water Bridge — major Great Lakes crossing
Blaine, WA / Surrey, BC
Pacific Highway — primary Pacific Northwest crossing
Champlain, NY / Lacolle, QC
Northeast gateway serving Quebec and Atlantic Canada
Pembina, ND / Emerson, MB
Central plains crossing into Manitoba
Sweetgrass, MT / Coutts, AB
Northern plains gateway serving Alberta
Alexandria Bay, NY / Lansdowne, ON
Thousand Islands Bridge — St. Lawrence corridor
Plus every other major commercial crossing along the northern border — we coordinate freight wherever it needs to cross.
Cross-Border Services
The Full US–Canada Picture.
Customs Broker Coordination
Cleared on both sides of the border
Documentation Prep
Commercial invoice, packing list, and paperwork verified
PARS Processing
Pre-arrival review for freight entering Canada
PAPS Processing
Pre-arrival processing for freight entering the US
ACE eManifest
Electronic manifest filing for border clearance
In-Bond Coordination
IT and T&E in-bond shipment handling
Certificate of Origin
USMCA documentation and origin certification
Trailer Interchange
Border staging and carrier handoff coordination
Both Directions
Northbound into Canada and southbound into the US
FTL & LTL Options
Full and less-than-truckload cross-border
Temperature-Controlled
Reefer cross-border freight
Cross-Border Drayage
Container and transload support — learn more
Why Shippers Trust B&P Across the Border
Cross-border freight fails at the paperwork.
One missing document, one wrong classification, one uncoordinated customs handoff, and your freight sits at the border racking up detention while everyone points fingers. We coordinate the customs brokers, verify the documentation before the freight moves, and manage the carrier handoff at the crossing — so your freight clears and keeps moving. Northbound into Canada and southbound back into the US.
- ✓ Customs broker coordination on both sides of the border
- ✓ Documentation verified before freight moves
- ✓ PARS, PAPS, ACE, and in-bond handling
- ✓ Seamless carrier handoff at the crossing
- ✓ USMCA-compliant documentation support
- ✓ Direct operator access — licensed, bonded and insured
Cross-Border Freight FAQ
Questions About US–Canada Freight.
Q. What is cross-border freight shipping?
Cross-border freight is the movement of goods between the United States and Canada by truck. It involves customs clearance, international documentation, and often a carrier handoff at the border, in addition to standard trucking.
Q. How does freight cross the US–Canada border?
US–Canada freight is processed through customs on both sides using PARS for shipments entering Canada and PAPS for shipments entering the US. Documentation like the commercial invoice and certificate of origin must be correct before the freight reaches the crossing.
Q. What are PARS and PAPS?
PARS (Pre-Arrival Review System) and PAPS (Pre-Arrival Processing System) are the systems used to process freight crossing the US–Canada border. They let customs review shipment documentation before the truck arrives — but eManifest data must be filed at least one hour before the truck reaches the border: ACE for shipments entering the US, ACI for shipments entering Canada. Filing on time is what separates a smooth crossing from a truck sitting at the dock.
Q. What is USMCA and how does it affect my freight?
USMCA (United States–Mexico–Canada Agreement) governs trade across North America, including US–Canada trade. Freight that qualifies under USMCA rules of origin may move duty-free, but it requires proper certification and documentation, which B&P helps coordinate.
Q. What is an in-bond shipment?
An in-bond shipment moves under customs control without formally entering commerce at the border — for example, freight moving to an inland customs clearance point rather than clearing at the crossing. B&P coordinates in-bond (IT and T&E) moves.
Q. Does B&P handle freight in both directions across the border?
Yes. B&P Logistics coordinates cross-border freight both ways — US to Canada and Canada to the US — including customs coordination, PARS/PAPS processing, documentation, and carrier handoffs at the crossing.
Q. What is CARM and how does it affect shipping to Canada?
CARM (CBSA Assessment and Revenue Management) is Canada's customs system, in full adoption as of 2026, requiring commercial importers to manage their own trade data through a centralized CBSA portal. It makes accurate classification and certificates of origin more important than ever. B&P coordinates with customs brokers to keep your documentation compliant.
Q. How long does cross-border freight take between the US and Canada?
Cross-border transit times are generally similar to comparable domestic moves — border crossings rarely add significant time when documentation is filed correctly in advance. Delays usually come from paperwork issues or a truck arriving before customs has processed the release, both of which B&P works to prevent.
Licensed & Verified
US–Canada Cross-Border Freight Brokerage — Licensed & Bonded
B&P Logistics provides US–Canada cross-border freight brokerage services to shippers moving goods between the United States and Canada. Operating under freight broker authority and licensed by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration and maintain a surety bond in compliance with 49 CFR Part 371. All carriers we work with are vetted for active operating authority, adequate cargo insurance, and FMCSA safety ratings. For cross-border moves, we coordinate customs brokers on both sides, verify documentation before freight moves, and manage carrier handoffs at the border to keep your freight cleared and moving.
B&P also brokers domestic US freight alongside cross-border — full truckload, LTL, and drayage and intermodal services that integrate with cross-border moves from port to final destination.
Let's Move Your Freight Across the Border.
Tell us your origin, destination, and crossing. We coordinate the customs, carriers, and documentation from there.
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Full Truckload (FTL)
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Less Than Truckload (LTL)
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Drayage & Intermodal
Port-to-door container management integrating with cross-border moves.
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