Freight Forwarding Services in Vancouver

Import and export coordination via air, ocean, ground, and intermodal. We manage the logistics of moving your freight across borders and around the world.

5 min From Port of Vancouver
4 Modes of Transport
CA + US Cross-Border Expertise

End-to-End Freight Coordination

Freight forwarding is the coordination of shipments from origin to destination, managing the carriers, documentation, and logistics required to move goods across distances and borders. As your freight forwarder, Canadian Alliance acts as the intermediary between you and the transportation providers, handling the complexity so you can focus on your business.

Our strategic location just minutes from the Port of Vancouver positions us as an ideal freight forwarding partner for importers and exporters. We leverage strong carrier relationships to secure competitive rates and coordinate shipments via air, ocean, ground, and intermodal transport—matching the right mode to your timeline and budget.

Modes of Transport

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Air Freight

Fast transit for time-sensitive shipments worldwide

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Ocean Freight

Cost-effective shipping for large volumes internationally

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Ground

Trucking across Canada and cross-border to the US

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Intermodal

Combined rail and truck for cost-effective long-haul

Import & Export Services

Whether you're bringing goods into Canada or shipping products to international markets, we coordinate the full freight forwarding process for both import and export shipments.

Import

We coordinate inbound freight from international origins to your Canadian destination, managing carrier selection, routing, and delivery to our warehouse or your facility.

  • International origin pickup coordination
  • Carrier booking and management
  • Customs clearance coordination
  • Delivery to warehouse or final destination

Export

We arrange outbound freight from Canada to destinations across North America and internationally, ensuring your products reach their markets efficiently.

  • Export documentation support
  • Carrier selection and booking
  • Cross-border shipping expertise
  • Delivery coordination at destination

Cross-Border Expertise

  • Canada-US cross-border shipping specialists
  • Coordination with customs brokers for clearance
  • Competitive carrier rates through established relationships
  • Real-time tracking and shipment visibility
  • Documentation management and support

Need Freight Forwarding Services?

Contact us with your shipment details and we'll coordinate the logistics from origin to destination.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is freight forwarding?
Freight forwarding is the coordination of shipments from origin to destination. A freight forwarder manages the logistics of moving goods—including carrier selection, booking, documentation, and tracking—acting as an intermediary between shippers and transportation providers.
What modes of transport do you handle?
We coordinate freight via air, ocean, ground, and intermodal (combined rail and truck). We match the appropriate mode to your shipment's timeline, budget, and destination requirements.
Do you handle customs clearance?
We coordinate with customs brokers to facilitate clearance for your shipments. While we don't provide customs brokerage directly, we work with trusted partners to ensure smooth border crossings for your freight.
What information do you need for a freight quote?
To provide a quote, we need: origin and destination locations, freight details (weight, dimensions, commodity type), preferred mode of transport, and timeline requirements. Contact us with these details and we'll provide rate options.