Name: Canada Equipment Shipping Services
Brand: Heavy Equipment Transport
Rating: 5 (23847 reviews)

Canada Equipment Transport Services - What We Can Do For You

When transporting equipment from the U.S. to Canada, we've got the skills to do it right. We handle everything from standard equipment to super load hauling. Heavy Equipment Transport has 15+ years shipping equipment to Canada. Our team knows the ins-and-outs of international border crossing, to ensure your equipment is transported safely and delivered on time.

Our Canada equipment shipping services include:

Customs Clearance Services

Our customs clearance expertise ensures smooth border crossing:

Complete documentation preparation
Customs broker coordination
Import/export compliance
Duty and tax calculations
Equipment classification assistance
B3 Form preparation
USMCA documentation
Temporary import permits

Specialized Transport Solutions

Door-to-door delivery
Loading and unloading assistance
Equipment inspection and documentation
Insurance coverage
24/7 customer support
GPS shipment tracking
Project cargo management
Emergency and expedited shipping

Bottom line: we know what we're doing when it comes to getting equipment into Canada. We've been doing this for years, and we do it right. You don't have to worry about the rules and regulations - that's our job. Just tell us what you need moved and when you need it there. We'll handle the rest. Heavy Equipment Transport provides free, no-obligation hauling quotes to ship your equipment to or from Canada. Call now, and let's get started!

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Shipping Equipment from Canada to the U.S.: What You Need To Know

There are several steps you need to take to safely and legally ship equipment from the U.S. to Canada. Here are a few things to know.

The Paperwork You'll Need

Commercial invoice with detailed equipment description
Title or proof of ownership
Export declaration form (B13A for high-value shipments)
Equipment registration documents
USMCA certificates for qualifying equipment
EPA/DOT compliance documents if required
Serial numbers and equipment specifications
Temporary import bonds (if applicable)

Border Crossing Made Easy

U.S. Customs clearance procedures
Equipment inspections and documentation
Duty calculations and payment handling
EPA and DOT regulation compliance
Port of entry requirements
Canadian export requirements
State-specific permit needs

Transport Oversize Equipment and Heavy Freight to Canada

Heavy Equipment Transport is the best shipping company to move your freight to Canada. Our international team provides everything you need. Shipping your oversized load to Canada with Heavy Equipment Transport is your best solution.

Our team adheres to the regulations for each Canadian province. We ship your heavy freight utilizing top safety standards and quality shipping methods at affordable rates. Call Heavy Equipment Transport for a quote today! (888) 730-2951

Major Cross-Border Highways from the U.S. to Canada

Western Routes

I-5 to BC-99 (Washington to British Columbia)
- Connects Seattle area to Vancouver
- Major commercial freight corridor
- Peace Arch Border Crossing
I-15 to AB-4 (Montana to Alberta)
- Links to Calgary and Edmonton
- Primary route through Sweetgrass-Coutts crossing
- Heavy equipment and oil industry traffic

Central Routes

I-29 to MB-75 (North Dakota to Manitoba)
- Connects to Winnipeg
- Pembina-Emerson crossing
- Major agricultural equipment route
I-35 to MN-61 to ON-61 (Minnesota to Ontario)
- Access to Thunder Bay
- Important mining equipment corridor
- Pigeon River Border Crossing

Eastern Routes

I-81 to ON-401 (New York to Ontario)
- Major Toronto access route
- Thousand Islands crossing
- High-volume commercial traffic
I-87 to A-15 (New York to Quebec)
- Direct route to Montreal
- Champlain crossing
- Heavy industrial equipment corridor
I-95 to NB-95 (Maine to New Brunswick)
- Gateway to Maritime Provinces
- Houlton-Woodstock crossing
- Important forestry equipment route

Major Border Crossings

Ambassador Bridge (Detroit-Windsor)
- Connects I-75 to ON-401
- Highest volume commercial crossing
- Key automotive and manufacturing route
Peace Bridge (Buffalo-Fort Erie)
- Links I-190 to QEW
- Major equipment transport crossing
- Direct route to Toronto area
Blue Water Bridge (Port Huron-Sarnia)
- Connects I-94 to ON-402
- Important industrial corridor
- High-capacity commercial crossing

Alternative Routes

I-91 to QC-55 (Vermont to Quebec)
- Eastern Townships access
- Derby Line crossing
- Regional equipment transport
I-75 to ON-420 (Michigan to Ontario)
- Niagara Falls crossing
- Alternative to Peace Bridge
- Tourist and commercial traffic

Shipping Equipment from Canada to the U.S.: What You Need to Know

Moving heavy equipment from Canada to the U.S. requires careful planning and proper documentation. Our team handles thousands of cross-border shipments annually, ensuring your equipment clears customs efficiently and arrives safely at its U.S. destination.

Required Documentation Before your equipment starts its journey south, you'll need:

Commercial invoice listing equipment details and value
Title or proof of ownership papers
Export declaration (B13A) for high-value shipments
Equipment registration and serial numbers
USMCA certificates for qualifying equipment
EPA/DOT compliance documentation
Equipment specifications and photos
Temporary import bonds if applicable

Customs Clearance Process Our experienced team manages the entire customs process:

Pre-clearance documentation review
Equipment inspection arrangements
Duty and tax calculations
Customs broker coordination
Port of entry requirements
State-specific permit acquisition
EPA and DOT compliance verification

But shipping equipment from Canada to the U.S. doesn't have to be a hassle! At Heavy Equipment Transport, we handle every step of the transportation process! When you ship heavy equipment from Canada, you need a team that understands how to do it right. At Heavy Equipment Transport, we have 15+ years of heavy equipment hauling experience, plus we have a dedicated international team ready to assist you. Whether you need standard freight shipping or oversize load transport, call Heavy Equipment Transport. We'll provide you with a free, no-obligation quote to get started!

Major Transport Routes: Canada to U.S. Equipment Shipping

Ontario to U.S. Routes

ON-401 to I-81 (Toronto to New York)
- Primary route through Thousand Islands
- Connects to major Northeast corridors
- High-capacity commercial crossing
ON-402 to I-94 (London to Michigan)
- Blue Water Bridge crossing
- Major industrial equipment route
- Connects to U.S. Midwest
QEW to I-190 (Toronto to Buffalo)
- Peace Bridge crossing
- Heavy equipment corridor
- Links to Eastern U.S. markets

Quebec to U.S. Routes

A-15 to I-87 (Montreal to New York)
- Main route through Champlain
- Direct access to U.S. Northeast
- High-volume freight corridor
QC-55 to I-91 (Sherbrooke to Vermont)
- Eastern route to New England
- Stanstead-Derby Line crossing
- Regional equipment transport

Western Canada Routes

BC-99 to I-5 (Vancouver to Washington)
- Pacific Highway crossing
- Major West Coast corridor
- High-capacity commercial route
AB-4 to I-15 (Alberta to Montana)
- Coutts-Sweetgrass crossing
- Oil and gas equipment route
- Access to U.S. Mountain states

Prairie Routes

MB-75 to I-29 (Winnipeg to North Dakota)
- Emerson-Pembina crossing
- Agricultural equipment corridor
- Gateway to U.S. Midwest

Maritime Routes

NB-95 to I-95 (New Brunswick to Maine)
- Woodstock-Houlton crossing
- Major forestry equipment route
- Access to U.S. Northeast

Key Border Crossings

Windsor-Detroit Ambassador Bridge
- ON-401 to I-75
- Highest commercial traffic volume
- Extensive customs facilities
Fort Erie-Buffalo Peace Bridge
- QEW to I-190
- Major equipment transport hub
- Multiple customs lanes
Sarnia-Port Huron Blue Water Bridge
- ON-402 to I-94
- Heavy load capacity
- Efficient customs processing

Weather Considerations These routes may experience:

Winter storm delays
Spring weight restrictions
Summer construction
Fall maintenance work

Each route has specific permit requirements for oversize loads. Our dispatch team monitors conditions and selects optimal routes based on your equipment specifications and delivery timeline. Heavy Equipment Transport is ready to ship your equipment from anywhere in Canada to the U.S. Call now for your free, no-obligation shipping quote!

Transport Oversize Equipment and Heavy Freight to Canada

Heavy Equipment Transport is the best shipping company to move your freight to Canada. Our international team provides everything you need. Shipping your oversize load to Canada with Heavy Equipment Transport is your best solution.

Shipping Equipment to All Canadian Provinces with an Experienced Transport Company

Heavy Equipment Transport has over 13+ years of experience shipping oversize loads to Canadian Provinces. Every oversize load transport is assigned the proper trailer, pilot cars, or escort vehicles if required, and your dedicated logistics agent takes care of customs.

Your equipment is essential to your business or personal life. You need a transport company that ships your freight right. Transporting oversize loads requires experience and attention to detail. Your equipment and machinery is essential to you, which is why it's important to us. Call now and transport your equipment to Canada!

If you're serious about Heavy Equipment Transport, call for a quote today! (888) 730-2951

Fully Insured Equipment Transport Services in Canada

Heavy Equipment Transport will assign your shipping request to an agent you can contact at any time for updates. They will choose the best trailer for transport based on the weight and dimensions of your equipment. In addition, they will acquire transport documents and shipping permits if needed. All oversized and overweight equipment must be accompanied by shipping permits and pilot cars if they can’t be shipped by the driver alone. The work of pilot cars is to control traffic and guide the driver on the best routes to follow without getting stuck. We’re careful when loading and unloading equipment because a slight mistake might lead to a fatal accident. Our drivers know how to operate different equipment models when loading and unloading them. They secure them for transport using strong chains or straps. Equipment that’s not driven onto a trailer is lifted using cranes. If it’s too large or heavy, we send a rigging crew to guide the crane operator to ensure it’s loaded and unloaded safely.

Affordable Equipment Shipping Services Across Canada

We fully insure every piece of equipment and make our clients holders of the insurance copy. That gives them the confidence they need while their equipment is in transit. You can go directly to the insurance company and claim compensation if not delivered safely. We use the bill of lading form filled at the pick-up location to confirm if your equipment is delivered safely. To prepare your equipment for transport, clean it, remove personal belongings and follow the advice given by the specialist processing your shipment. The transport cost depends on the weight, dimensions, mode of transport, season, route, and distance. We offer expedited shipping services for clients who want their equipment transported urgently. To ship equipment to or from any province in Canada, contact us at (888) 730-2951.

Transport Equipment To or From Every Province in Canada

Our equipment shipping services are available all year round in every province in Canada. All these provinces have the same legal width limit of 13’6. Below is a snippet of the main highways we use before branching into different cities and the main border crossings used when shipping equipment to or from the United States. Below is a snippet of each province.

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Frequently Asked Questions: Shipping Equipment from the US to Canada

What documentation do I need to ship equipment from the US to Canada?

Required documentation includes a Bill of Sale or Commercial Invoice, Certificate of Origin, Equipment Registration, and Import Declaration Form (B3). You'll also need any applicable permits for oversized loads. All equipment must be properly declared with accurate values and descriptions for customs clearance to avoid delays or penalties.

How long does it take to ship equipment from the US to Canada?

Transit time typically ranges from 3-7 business days, depending on your origin location, destination, and type of equipment. Customs clearance may add 1-2 additional days to the timeline. For oversized loads requiring special permits, additional time may be needed for route surveys and permit acquisition.

Do I need to pay customs duties and taxes?

Yes, Canadian customs duties and taxes, including GST/HST, apply to equipment imports. The exact amount varies based on the equipment's value, type, and classification. Some equipment may qualify for duty-free entry under USMCA (formerly NAFTA) if it meets specific origin requirements. Our customs experts can help determine your exact duty obligations.

What are the size and weight restrictions?

Standard legal dimensions in Canada are:

Maximum width: 8'6"
Maximum height: 13'6"
Maximum length: 53'
Maximum weight: 80,000 lbs

Equipment exceeding these limits requires special permits, route surveys, and possibly pilot cars. We handle all permitting requirements for oversized loads.

How do I prepare my equipment for cross-border shipping?

Your equipment must be thoroughly cleaned and free of debris for customs inspection. Ensure all fluids are properly secured and batteries are disconnected if required. Keep all keys readily available, and secure or remove any attachments. We recommend taking detailed photographs documenting the equipment's condition before shipping.

What type of insurance coverage is provided?

We provide comprehensive cargo insurance that protects against damage, loss, and theft during transit. For high-value equipment or specialized machinery, we can arrange additional coverage to ensure complete protection throughout the shipping process.

Can you ship hazardous or specialized equipment?

Yes, we have extensive experience shipping hazardous and specialized equipment to Canada. This requires additional permits and specific documentation, including proper placarding and handling instructions. We ensure compliance with both US DOT and Transport Canada regulations for safe, legal transport.

What customs clearance services do you provide?

Our comprehensive customs clearance services include: