5 Common Mistakes entrepreneurs make when importing and how to avoid them
As a business owner, importing goods can open the door to new opportunities, but it can also come with challenges if not done correctly. In our experience working with countless entrepreneurs, we’ve identified 5…
BC Fuel Surcharge levy December 1
Effective Wednesday, December 1st, 2021 Due to ongoing infrastructure issues within British Columbia (BC), significant challenges remain in transporting freight to, from and within BC. As a result of these challenges, we are…
Canpar Express: Delay and Suspended Service to Interior British Columbia
Due to extreme weather conditions, inaccessible roads, and highways; service to the lower mainland of British Columbia from outside of the lower mainland is suspended until further notice and Service guarantees to all…
Update – All Viable Truck Routes Are Currently Closed
Well the situation as expected did not magically improve overnight, if fact if anything things are getting worse due to freight continuing to be entered into the system daily that cannot move. So…
All viable truck routes are currently closed
Due to significant flooding and road closures we are not able to run between Vancouver and Kamloops, Kelowna, Edmonton or Calgary It appears unlikely any trucking routes will be open before Tuesday AM…
Temporary alerts from DHL – China (Peoples Republic)
On Friday August 20th 2021, we were notified by external local authorities that several of their employees working for the Airport Ground Operations Service of Shanghai (PVG, China) were tested positive on COVID-19….
The global supply chain crisis could result in fewer discounts
The global supply chain crisis could result in fewer discounts and deals as the holiday shopping season approaches. Because of backups and shortages, stores are already having trouble keeping products on shelves, and…
How to Label a Package and How to get FREE Shipping Supplies?
The label on a package that is going to be sent is important with two essential characteristics; that it is in a visible place and that it is completely clear. With the first…
Purolator your Strategic Partner with ShippingQuotes.ca for Best Express Shipping
Have you heard about Purolator? Purolator is a courier company that services Canada, the United States and reaches other international destinations with its allied partners. For 60 years, Purolator has been known…
ShippingQuotes.ca Customer Reviews
Your promise is a personal commitment, and when you promise to deliver, ShippingQuotes.ca can make it happen. With shipping solutions for domestic and international parcels and packages, heavy air freight, cross border E-Commerce…
How to Save Money on Shipping Costs for Small and Medium-Sized Businesses
Have you ever wondered how much it costs to ship a product from one place to another? Or where to even start looking? Which shipping company is best suited for your specific needs?…
Dimensional Weight, A Guide to reducing your bottom line due to DIM Weight when Shipping Parcels
The final cost of a shipment can be affected by the DIM Weight, rather than the actual weight. Therefore, understanding Dimensional Weight or DIM Weight is important. *If you don’t like reading articles…
LTL Freight Carriers
Are you looking for a LTL freight carrier? Are you tired of searching on Google to research which one is best suited for your business?. There are too many LTL Freight carriers around…
What Freight Forwarders in Canada do?
Freight Forwarders in Canada, how they work?. The shipment of merchandise from one place to another can not be handled only by the importer or exporter. Therefore, this work is often entrusted to…
Are you looking for Full Truckload FTL rates? When you should use FTL Freight?
In the previous article we detailed everything about the LTL shipping service but this time we will analyze the main points about Full Truckload or better known as FTL; how and when it…
How to Ship Less Than Truckload (LTL) ?
Sending merchandise within Canada or across the border with USA can be expensive; if you do not know how the freight companies operate and what companies offer what services. At least trucking companies…
Benefits of using a Freight Consultant for your Canadian Business
Have you heard about the benefits of using a Freight Consultant? Learn more about how a Freight Consultant can make your business easier and save your company money through this article. Today, large…
How to Pack Pallets for Shipping Freight
PALLETS – A FANTASTIC SHIPPING SOLUTION Shipping can be a headache sometimes and even more so with bulky items. Good news, is that there are industry standards to ensure everything reaches its destination without any bumps along…
Packing for shipping, do you pack for secured shipping?
Packing items for shipping, Is it really a headache? If you have an e-commerce or a small business, It is likely that after making a sale, you have to packing for shipping to…