Grizzly Industrial ships to Canada via UPS Standard for non-freight and TForce Freight for freight items, excluding U.S. Mail or Canada Post. Customs clearance is handled by appointed brokers, with brokerage, duties, and taxes billed by carriers after clearance but before delivery. UPS requires no extra forms, while TForce Freight needs a Power of Attorney form before shipping. Delivery times vary, and customers must pay applicable taxes and fees upon delivery.
Grizzly Industrial ships to Canada using trusted carriers and follows all customs requirements to ensure smooth delivery. Here’s what you need to know:
Shipping Methods
- Non-Freight Items: Shipped via UPS Standard.
- Freight Items: Shipped via TForce Freight.
- We do NOT ship to Canada via U.S. Mail or Canada Post.
Customs Clearance Authorization
By placing an order with Grizzly, you authorize Grizzly Industrial, Inc. to appoint a Canadian Customs Broker to obtain customs clearance for your merchandise.
Grizzly does not collect customs-related fees at checkout. Instead:
- UPS and TForce Freight will bill you for brokerage, duties, and taxes after customs clearance but before delivery.
- Expect to pay these charges directly to the carrier when your shipment arrives or before it is released.
UPS Standard Shipments
- UPS will:
- Submit the required documents to Canada Customs on your behalf.
- Collect applicable brokerage charges, duties, and taxes (GST, HST, PST).
- No additional forms are required from you for UPS Standard shipments.
TForce Freight Shipments
- TForce will:
- Submit the required documents to Canada Customs on your behalf.
- Action Required:
- Complete a Power of Attorney for Single Importation Form.
- Send the form to Grizzly:
- Fax: (360) 671-8375
- Or click HERE to create a support ticket.
- We will forward this form and any other required documents to TForce.
- Important: We cannot ship your order until we receive this form.
- After clearance, TForce will contact you for brokerage, duties, and taxes (GST, HST, PST).
Additional Details
- Duties and Taxes:
- GST (Goods and Services Tax)
- HST (Harmonized Sales Tax)
- PST (Provincial Sales Tax)
- Brokerage Fees: Charged by the carrier for customs processing.
- Delivery Times:
- UPS Standard: Typically 5–10 business days, depending on customs clearance.
- TForce Freight: May take longer due to additional documentation and border processing.
Tips for a Smooth Process
- Ensure your shipping address is accurate and complete.
- Respond promptly to requests for documentation (especially for freight shipments).
- Be prepared for brokerage and tax charges upon delivery.