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Preparing to enter Canada

Discussion in 'Ask An Owner Operator' started by RWK Hauling, Jan 28, 2014.

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  1. Jan 28, 2014 #1
    RWK Hauling

    RWK Hauling Bobtail Member

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    Hi everyone, not really new to this forum but it has been a while and forgot my previous username. I started running my hotshot truck last April, 3500 Cummins with a 40ft gooseneck registered for 38k. I'm trying to work through the winter this year but we have had some ups and downs. I have been stuck in San Antonio, TX since last Thursday and having trouble finding a load...usually Texas is really easy to get out of. I'm wondering if all of this crazy weather might have something to do with it. Anyway, we have missed out on 2 or 3 really good loads to Canada since I have been stuck here with the latest going from Houston to Edmonton, AB for almost $4 per mile.

    I have tried searching Google and this forum for a good list on what is needed to be prepared to enter Canada but have found mostly jumbled information. I already have an enhanced drivers license and know that I need to include the provinces in my IRP. I have seen things about manifests are now electronic. Do you need to create some kind of account for that? What other numbers/things do I need to be fully prepared to go trucking in Canada as an owner operator?

    Thanks for any help,
    -Rob
     
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  3. Jan 28, 2014 #2
    IH Truck Guy

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    You have to fax all your paperwork to your customs broker,so they can pre-clear you.
    You will need a PARS sticker with the barcode and have it on the bill of lading.
     
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  4. Jan 28, 2014 #3
    markealy

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    call oida
     
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  5. Jan 28, 2014 #4
    Jar-Head

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    PARS numbers
    Entry # from broker you are pulling for
    E- Manifest ( as you stated )
    Passport or FASS Card
    Customs paper work / Dec page

    to re enter US
    if loaded


    PAPS number
    Ace Manifest
    declarations page
    Canadian customs papers

    if empty

    sign BOL ( stamped when you entered Canada )
    empty trailer
    passport
    drivers Lic


    of course you'll need your permits and registered plates
    truck can't be over 244 WB ( so they say .. Lol ) I've seen some that look longer go in but mine is a 238 so I got no issues
     
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  7. Jan 28, 2014 #5
    Jar-Head

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    BOL and Customs Declaration page which states the amount of the shipment needs PARS on both
     
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  8. Jan 28, 2014 #6
    Jar-Head

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    PARS are going in

    PAPS coming out if loaded

    E- Manifest going in

    ACE Manifest coming out loaded

    kinda of the cliff notes version :)
     
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  9. Jan 28, 2014 #7
    Rontonio

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    You will need a SCAC code for your company in order to apply for PARS.
     
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  10. Jan 28, 2014 #8
    RWK Hauling

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    Thank you much for the replies guys, I have been reading around tonight and registered on the GOES website to apply for a FAST account too. Lots of acronyms here haha.
     
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  11. Jan 28, 2014 #9
    Bogi

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    you need to setup accounts with ACE/ICE that will get $250 for both, takes up to two weeks
    you need SCAC code, around $60 yearly, takes up to week
    and you need Canadin carrier code (this is Canadian SCAC equivalent) takes up to two weeks
    then you need to order PAPS/PARS bar code stickers from some of autorized print companies, that will take $400-$500, print + shipping up to two weeks

    Just come over to me, owner-operator and you will receive this for free
     
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  12. Jan 29, 2014 #10
    gokiddogo

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    Just putting the provinces on your cab card does not give you authority to run here. You will also need a CVOR or NSA certificate. I can only speak for the CVOR - I am based in Ontario and this CVOR is good all across Canada. If you are based in Alberta the equivalent is NSA certificate ... maybe someone from AB will chime in? The CVOR takes 21 days from their receipt of application to for them to mail it. Have to keep a copy of it in your permit book. If you are coming to Ontario, be sure to have your truck set to 65 mph ... with US plates they are more likely to check ... For Manitoba and west, don't take a spread axle there unless the gross weight for both axles combined is 9,100 kg (20,000 pounds) total. They only like 244" trucks in the west also (without permits). See why it pays good now?
     
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