Canada’s Freight Forwarding Magazine
In May, CIFFA will introduce a program poised to reshape how customs professionals are trained in Canada. The CIFFA Accredited Practitioner in Customs (CAPC) is not simply another online credential. It is a practical, career-focused program designed by experienced customs brokers and vetted by trade lawyers — created to reflect the realities of modern customs […]
Each year, CIFFA presents an award to an outstanding young logistics professional who exemplifies the knowledge and skills necessary to excel as a true international logistics leader in the future. After a review process of industry experience and a written dissertation demonstrating technical knowledge, CIFFA is pleased to announce that Ercenk Atasoy of DSV Air […]
Maritime December 1: Overcapacity Paradox Leading to Two-Tier Container Market – Seatrade Maritime News Global trade has expanded faster than was anticipated two years ago according to some observers, leading to an easing of the imbalance between supply and demand in the container industry. That view is, however, tested by a more detailed look at […]
The CIFFA Certificate and FIATA Diploma are prestigious qualifications in the logistics and freight forwarding industry, offering comprehensive training in global trade operations, transportation management, and regulatory compliance. Together, these credentials significantly improve career opportunities and credibility in the competitive logistics sector. We would also like to recognize those students who have achieved the highest […]
Maritime November 1: Port of Montreal Accused of Violating Its Obligation to Consult the Public – La Presse (translated from French) Did the Montreal Port Authority circumvent its legal obligation to consult the public in its efforts to obtain Ottawa’s approval to build a port terminal in Contrecœur? An environmental group is calling for an […]
When logistics educators and association leaders from around the world came together in Hanoi, Vietnam, for the FIATA World Congress (October 6–10, 2025), one theme rose above everything else: artificial intelligence—and what it means for the future of learning in our industry. At the centre of that conversation was Stephen McDermott, CIFFA’s Director of Education […]
After months of planning, CIFFA’s premier annual conference, themed Forward Thinking, Redefining Excellence in the Supply Chain, was held October 29 and 30, 2025 at the Delta Toronto airport. It was a resounding success. We welcomed 450+ attendees for two days of insight from Keynote speakers such as Economist Alan Arcand, Maritime Expert Lars Jensen, […]