Cross-Border Canada / USA  ·  Canadian Domestic  ·  LTL + FTL

Freight Intelligence.
Not Just a Rate.

Cross-border freight specialists with 20 years on Canada–US corridors — from mom-and-pop shippers to Fortune 500 supply chains and everything in between. We come to every call with live market data, competitor intel, and a rate — not a pitch.

Takes 60 seconds  ·  No commitment required

20 Years in Logistics
Mom-and-Pop to Fortune 500
Canada / USA Cross-Border
LTL + FTL
Canadian Domestic
US Domestic
FAST Lane Certified
Peace Arch · Pacific Highway · Sumas
Free · 2-Minute Assessment

What Kind of Shipper Are You?

Seven shipper types — answer honestly and we’ll tell you yours: your superpower, your blind spot, and what a logistics partner should actually do for someone like you.

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Why Freight Alpha

We Come Prepared.
Every Time.

Before every call, we build a freight intelligence brief — live market rates, border wait times, and competitor gaps on your specific lanes. You get context, not a cold pitch.

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Intel Before Every Conversation

We pull live border data, current market rates on your corridor, and competitor intel before we sit down with you. You get context and specific numbers — not a generic pitch.

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One Contact. Direct Line.

No call centres. No shared inboxes. One logistics specialist with 20 years on these lanes — answers your messages, knows your freight, and moves when you need it.

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No-Risk First Load

Two loads. No contract, no setup fees, no commitment. See exactly how we operate before you decide anything. If we don't deliver, keep your current setup — you lose nothing.

20yr
Canada-US logistics experience
2 loads
To prove we fit — no contract, no setup fee
1 contact
Direct line — not a queue
How It Works

From Call to Loaded.
Three Steps.

01
Discovery Call — 15 Min

We map your lanes, volumes, and current setup. No pitch — just questions. We want to understand your freight before we quote anything.

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Custom Rate

Market-benchmarked pricing on your specific corridors. All-in, transparent — no fuel surcharges hidden in a second invoice.

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First Load

We move it. You see how we operate — communication, execution, documentation. Two loads before any commitment. That's the offer.

Live Intelligence

We Come to Every Call Prepared.

Before any Zoom or call, we've already pulled live border wait times, current spot rates on your corridor, and what the market is doing. You see real numbers — not a guess.

Live CBP border crossing data and wait times
Current market rate benchmarks on your specific lanes
Competitor carrier intel and pricing context
Industry-specific market signals and regulatory updates
Sample Intel Pull — Canada / US Cross-Border
BC/WA spot rates trending 8% above 90-day avg — capacity tightening into summer
Apr 2026
Sumas commercial congestion up 22% vs prior year — alternative routing active
Mar 2026
CBSA FAST lane enrollment up 14% YoY — pre-approval window open now
Q1 2026
CAD/USD near 0.73 — import cost pressure elevated vs 0.80 parity
Apr 2026
Section 321 de minimis changes impacting retail importers — compliance risk rising
Mar 2026
FAQ

Freight Questions,
Answered Straight.

What’s the difference between LTL and FTL freight?
LTL (less-than-truckload) means your freight shares a trailer with other shipments — you pay for the space and weight you use, ideal for roughly 1–6 pallets or loads under about 15,000 lb. FTL (full truckload) dedicates a whole trailer to your freight: faster, handled once, and usually better value once you’re filling most of a 53-ft trailer. Not sure which fits? Our freight calculator gives you a read in seconds, or we’ll quote both.
How is freight class calculated?
For most freight, class comes from density — weight divided by cubic feet (length × width × height ÷ 1,728 per piece). Higher density means a lower class and lower cost. A few commodities carry a fixed class regardless of density. Get your estimated NMFC class instantly with our freight class calculator.
What does cross-border shipping between Canada and the US cost?
There’s no flat answer — cross-border rates depend on the lane, equipment (LTL vs FTL; dry van, reefer or flatbed), weight and density, fuel, the CAD/USD exchange rate, and border wait times. What we do differently is bring live market data on your specific corridor to the quote, so the number is benchmarked, not guessed. Send us the lane and we’ll come back within 24 hours.
How long does it take to cross the Canada–US border?
It varies by crossing and time of day. We watch live border wait times at the BC crossings we run most — Peace Arch, Pacific Highway and Sumas — and route around congestion. Clean paperwork and a FAST-certified carrier are the two biggest levers on getting through quickly.
What is a FAST lane, and do I need one?
FAST (Free and Secure Trade) is a pre-approved program that gives certified carriers and drivers an expedited lane at the border. It isn’t mandatory, but on busy commercial crossings it can save meaningful time. We work with FAST-certified capacity so it’s there when your freight benefits from it.
What areas does Freight Alpha serve?
We’re BC-based and specialize in cross-border Canada–USA freight and Canadian domestic moves, with a focus on the Pacific Northwest corridor. We handle LTL and FTL, plus reefer, flatbed and specialized equipment. If you’re moving freight into or out of Western Canada or across the BC/Washington border, that’s our lane.
What’s the no-risk first load offer?
Two loads, no contract, no setup fees, no commitment. It’s how we’d rather earn your business — you see exactly how we communicate, quote and execute before you decide anything. If we don’t deliver, you keep your current setup and you’ve lost nothing.
What do you need to give me a quote?
The basics: origin and destination (city + province/state), what you’re shipping, approximate weight and pallet count, and how often it moves. Rough numbers are fine to start — our calculator helps you nail down class and deck space, and we’ll confirm the rest on a quick call.

Ready to See If We Fit?

Takes 60 seconds. Tell us about your freight and we'll come back with context — not just a number.