Looking for help with cross-border logistics between the U.S. and Canada? Logistics Plus can help. Whether you need cross-border LTL, truckload, or expedited service – we have the resources and expertise to make it happen. South-of-the-border we have many offices across the U.S. with access to quality North American carriers and competitive rates. North-of-the-border, we have a capable Canadian team of professionals based in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA). Not only can we help you with transportation, but we can also assist with customs brokerage, trade agreement regulations and compliance, and import/export documentation.
The U.S.-Canada cross-border trade relationship remains robust in an evolving regulatory environment. For companies located on either side of the border, the difference between success and failure often lies in how economically and efficiently they navigate the crossing. While the customs process is more easily understood than it is with other countries, it would be unwise to believe the friendly relationship between the U.S. and Canada translates into seamless logistics.
U.S.-Canada Trade Facts (from Office of the United States Trade Representative):
- U.S. goods and services trade with Canada totaled an estimated $627.8 billion in 2016. Exports were $320.1 billion; imports were $307.6 billion. The U.S. goods and services trade surplus with Canada was $12.5 billion in 2016.
- Canada is currently the United States’ second-largest goods trading partner with $544 billion in total (two-way) goods trade during 2016. Goods exports totaled $266 billion; goods imports totaled $278.1 billion. The U.S. goods trade deficit with Canada was $12.1 billion in 2016.
- Trade in services with Canada (exports and imports) totaled an estimated $83.7 billion in 2016. Services exports were $54.2 billion; services imports were $26.9 billion. The U.S. services trade surplus with Canada was $24.6 billion in 2016.
- U.S. exports of goods and services to Canada supported an estimated 1.6 million jobs in 2015 (latest data available) – 1.2 million supported goods exports and 36,000 supported by services exports.
Given its importance to both economies, trade between the U.S. and Canada will remain vibrant for the foreseeable future. Contact Logistics Plus if we can help you with any of your cross-border logistics challenges between the U.S. and Canada.
