Browse through fact sheets, lists of transportation resources and, most importantly, Standard Trading Conditions.
Please note that the CIFFA Standard Trading Conditions may only be used by current CIFFA Regular Members of the Association. Check to see if your Service Provider is a Member. Updated January 2024.
This paper is the product of Gordon Hearn, Partner at Gardiner Roberts LLP in Toronto, Canada. This document is published by the Canadian International Freight Forwarders Association (CIFFA). Any reproduction, distribution, adaptation, discussion, or other use is strictly prohibited except by permission of the author or the publishing association.
FIATA has prepared this document which outlines best practices that could be implemented voluntarily by all parties moving cargo through ports. These best practices may help reduce inefficient behaviour that lead to delays and unnecessary supply chain costs.
Recent events such as unstable geopolitics, mass labour shortages, and evolving government regulations clearly indicate the necessity for being prepared for the unexpected. Business contingency planning and a crisis management system is necessary for future resilience. This document provides practical tips for members to be prepared for current and future crises.
The CIFFA Secretariat frequently receives inquiries regarding setting up a freight forwarding business in Canada. The following is some of the basic information that individuals or firms should know.
As the reduction of carbon emissions is key to making gains in addressing the climate change crisis, CIFFA has compiled a listing of resources for members to measure the direct and indirect emissions of their transportation decisions. This will allow businesses to take informed actions towards meeting the goal of reducing their carbon footprint.
A power of attorney (POA) document is a legally binding document to protect the interest of forwarders while conducting business matters on behalf of your customers.