Why Become a Member?

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Global Recognition

CIFFA’s brand has international strength. We’re recognized as a world-class association for freight forwarders, freight brokers, drayage operators, customs brokers, and warehouse operators. With a long track record of success, high standards, and strong relationships with various government bodies, a CIFFA membership guarantees that our industry and your business is well represented.

When people deal with a CIFFA member, they know they’re working with trained professionals. Our members aren’t ‘fly by night’ organizations, and businesses trust that reputation.

Top-Level Education and Resources

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International Freight Forwarding Courses

Standardized exams set the bar for industry education in Canada
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CIFFA Workshops

Practical, timely and cost-effective training to keep members well informed
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Dangerous Goods Training

Courses meet I, IMO and Transport Canada standards
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CIFFA Professional Freight Forwarder (PFF)

In partnership with Schulich School of Business, we offer a professional designation
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CIFFA Expertise in Canadian Colleges

Member companies now have the opportunity to hire a college grad who also holds a CIFFA Certificate
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CIFFA I Education Partnerships

Connects college students to member firms for employment or work semesters as part of their college diploma requirements

Industry Advocacy

CIFFA works as a champion for business and industry sector rights, and represents a common front for international freight forwarders, freight brokers, drayage operators, customs brokers, and warehouse operators. We liaise with government, conventions, carriers, IATA and FIATA issues, both nationally and internationally.

Our association is the voice of Trade & Logistics in Canada – whether it is to provide insight to Canada Border Services Agency when drafting the new regulations, or to work with carriers and governments in drafting procedures. We also provide early visibility to members on important government initiatives.

Communications

Change is constant. Regulations change. Dangerous Goods requirements change. Association staff scans information from national and international sources, transforming data into timely and relevant information.

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eBulletin

We send a daily newsletter with the latest industry news that members need to know.
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The Forwarder

Our digital trade magazine provides articles and perspectives on the changing environment in which members operate. Print copies are published twice a year.
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Website

We update our website regularly, with current information, events and educational opportunities.

CIFFA Affinity Program Discounts

The CIFFA Affinity program is designed for the benefit of our members. The goal is to add value for all member firms and their employees through discounts or other cost-saving opportunities.

  • Fuel Supplier
  • Human Resources
  • Information Technology
  • Insurance
  • Reference Guides
  • Software
  • Trucking/Warehousing

EDPRO Energy Group

Low cost, low emission propane enables your forklifts to run on 100% power indoors or out, and it only takes minutes to change a cylinder. EDPRO Energy Group can tailor propane solutions to meet your specific requirements through our local, community-based professionals, all across Ontario. Propane is our product. Caring is our culture. 1-877-693-3779 edproenergy.com

Manulife

Travel insurance is important to help protect you, your family or visitors to Canada from costs that can occur due to an unforeseen medical emergency during a trip or an unexpected reason to cancel or interrupt a trip. Without it, travellers may be left to pay significant out of pocket expenses. If you are looking for Single Trip Emergency Medical coverage, CIFFA/Gallagher have recently introduced a new plan that provides up to $5 Million for COVID-19 emergencies while travelling outside of Canada. (Comprehensive Travel Plans)

Humaniqa

In the ever evolving world of HR management, owners and managers of SMEs face difficult and costly HR issues on a daily basis, often without the in-house expertise of an HR professional to assist them. With the cost of HR management continuing to rise, the small and medium business owner is charged with deciding whether to invest hard earned capital into HR management or be exposed, unnecessarily, to the risks associated with non-compliance or a wrongful dismissal. Humaniqa recognized a need for an easily accessible, bilingual, jurisdiction-specific online Human Resources (HR) tool to assist Small to Medium Enterprises (SMEs) across Canada in managing their HR. In partnership with Humaniqa, a recognized leader in Canadian Human Resources materials, you can now access:
  • Library of templates including: job descriptions, forms, policies, letters, etc.
  • Legislative library for both provincial and federal Canadian labour laws
  • Online filing cabinet
  • Free webcasts and online management training videos
  • Human Resources audit tool
  • 30% discount on online health and safety courses
  • Customizable employee handbook tool
So, how do you get started? Contact: info@humaniqa.com Member Discount: Free to all CIFFA Members

Manulife

Life moves quickly and your insurance coverage needs to keep up. In this ever-changing world, having some form of insurance coverage is critical. If you currently do not have Health and Dental coverage, you know how quickly medical costs can add up. Expenses not covered by government health plans can multiply quickly, like prescriptions, dental care, vision, specialists and therapists for massage, physiotherapy and acupuncture. Health & Dental Insurance Plans can help fill in those gaps in coverage, and all at an affordable cost. Through the CIFFA/Gallagher benefit programs, you can select the package that offers the benefits best suited for you and the ones you love. (Comprehensive Health and Dental)

Magaya

CIFFA members can benefit from a 15% discount on Magaya software.* Magaya delivers a modern, data-driven logistics software platform to optimize every step of your operations from origin to destination, so you can work smarter, not harder. Our comprehensive Digital Freight Platform enables you to easily manage shipping and warehouse operations, rates and quotes, customs compliance, accounting, tracking, and more – all in a single system. As a CIFFA member, you’ll benefit from an exclusive 15% discount on Magaya software.* Click here to get started. * Valid for new and incremental licenses only. Offer is not retroactive for current Magaya contracts. Managed services and Dimensioner installation are excluded from this promotion. Limited time offer, subject to change.

Supply Chain Unlimited

Supply Chain Unlimited offers technology and education in Privacy compliance, employee credentials breach identification and supply chain partner monitoring. CIFFA members can enjoy:
  • 25% discount on any Privacy Training (Reg $399)
  • $10/month domain monitoring service with an actionable, detailed report with employee identification whenever a breach is recorded for your business domain (Reg $15/month)
  • $7/month/partner to monitor your crucial supply chain partners on the breach. You will get regular monthly reports and critical reports as soon as your supply chain partner is impacted by any breach.
Contact Arpit Modi (connect@supplychainunlimited.co) for more information.

ParcelCover

ParcelCover is Marsh’s leading digital parcel shipping insurance solution offering convenient and cost-effective parcel insurance and claims administration to large volume shippers of big and small packages. Thousands of Shippers, Merchants and Third Party Logistics Providers (3PL’s) rely on ParcelCover every day for their customer’s parcel shipping insurance needs, accessing secure and real time insurance certificates from anywhere in the world. Put simply, shippers’ interest insurance provides a cost effective way of covering your customers’ parcels, as well as protecting yourself for physical loss or damage to goods in transit. It provides a value added solution and helps differentiate you from your competition. CIFFA members and member organizations will enjoy exceptional service and preferred parcel insurance rates. Simply visit www.parcelcover.com or speak directly with a Marsh Specialty Team Member: +1 877 755 4934 or email us at parcelcover@marsh.com to register.

Roanoke Insurance

Roanoke Insurance Group Canada Inc., is a specialty insurance broker offering insurance and surety bond solutions to logistics service providers, customs brokers and companies managing supply chains. We are pleased to offer CIFFA members a better way to secure your Property Broker Bonds.
  • Significant savings compared to traditional offerings
  • A simplified application process
  • Access to a full service insurance brokerage experienced in cross border trade and transportation risks.
Please click here to learn more and apply for your bond.

NFP Corp.

CIFFA, in an exclusive partnership with NFP Corp., is offering CIFFA members great opportunities to save in personal home and auto insurance. Switching is Easy with NFP where CIFFA members can Save more, Worry less.
  • Up to 25% discounts off standard insurance rates
  • One stop shop for all personal insurance needs
  • Flexible payment options
  • Obtain a quick quote and easy application over the phone
  • Multiple top carriers with options for all your needs
New details, Quebec residents and residents of other provinces. Call 1.877.337.9203 or Email: NFPCanGroup@nfp.com

CargoCover

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CargoCover™ is the industry’s leading digital cargo insurance platform offering convenient and cost-effective cargo insurance and claims administration, a solution from Marsh, the world’s leading risk and insurance services firm with a long history of providing transportation insurance and risk management consulting services to the logistics industry. Thousands of Freight Forwarders (NVOCC) rely on CargoCover™ every day for their customer’s cargo insurance needs, accessing secure and real time insurance quotes and certificates from anywhere in the world. Put simply, shippers’ interest insurance provides a cost effective way of covering your customers’ cargo, as well as protecting yourself for physical loss or damage to goods in transit. It provides a value added solution and helps differentiate you from your competition. CIFFA members and member organizations will enjoy exceptional service and preferred cargo insurance rates. Simply visit www.cargocover.com or speak directly with a Marsh Specialty Team Member: +1 877 755 4934 or email us at cargocover@marsh.com to register.

The Compliance Centre

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ICC Compliance Center (ICC) is a provider of solutions for regulatory compliance in transportation and workplace safety, specializing in labeling, packaging, training and consulting.

CrimsonLogic (Canada) Inc.

CrimsonLogic offers a suite of global Trade and Customs compliance services that enable companies to meet regulatory and compliance requirements from Government agencies and trade associations around the world. Based on a SaaS model, CrimsonLogic is centered on a global trade platform that facilitates cross-border trade with Compliance and Connectivity. All these services can be subscribed to on the fly, scaled accordingly, and delivered through the Cloud to enable a high level of accessibility, predictability, and ease of access. Member Discount: Fellow CIFFA members are eligible for a special package designed for Canadian Freight Forwarders. This package includes:
  • Monthly Platform Subscription Fee: Waived until December 31, 2024
  • ACI House Bill eManifest (eHBL), ACI Ocean & Air Supplementary Reporting $100 USD / month (Includes 200 transactions) $0.50 per transaction.
For more information, or to get started right away, CLICK HERE or quote ‘GeTSAffinity’ to salesna@crimsonlogic.com

Navix

Navix delivers the only freight audit and invoicing platform that reduces days sales outstanding (DSO) by greater than three days. Navix is the first solution that uses AI and machine learning to automate every step of the cash conversion cycle. By doing so, Navix helps clients improve cash flow, virtually eliminate invoicing errors, increase profitability, and optimize operational efficiencies. CIFFA members will receive their first three months of Navix at no cost when they sign a minimum 1-year subscription. Contact Eric Krueger (eric@navix.io) for more information.

GoFreight Inc.

GoFreight delivers a comprehensive cloud-based Freight Management Software that centralizes operations, drives cost efficiency, scales seamlessly with business growth, ensures compliance, and enhances customer loyalty through real-time transparency and analytics. GoFreight offers a comprehensive Freight Management Software that drives operational excellence and enriches the customer experience through its cloud-based, integrated approach. Our platform simplifies the complexities of freight forwarding, from quotations to invoicing, document management, and insightful data analytics. Whether you're a startup or an established entity, GoFreight's solutions are crafted to reduce redundancy, cut costs, and elevate your business potential. We pride ourselves on our dedicated team, seasoned in logistics automation, committed to propelling our customers to new heights. With GoFreight, there's no ceiling to your growth potential. Discover how GoFreight can catalyze your growth trajectory – and for CIFFA members, reach out to access your exclusive offer! For more information, contact Alice Zhou (alice.zhou@gofreight.com) or request for a personalized demo.

DF Alliance

DFA membership helps companies connect with other members globally.  Membership provides business opportunities, access to digital tools to help SME promote their business and provide/procure rates globally. Premium membership provides our highly acclaimed digital tools, such as Cargoes (Freight Forwarder ERP), Cargoes Flow (Tracking, Visibility, and BI data reports), and integrated tools to allow members to digitize their business. CIFFA Members are offered a 10% discount on premium membership. Premium membership annual cost is $3588. CIFFA members, with a 10% discount, premium membership will cost $3229. Contact Andy Chan (andychan@dpworld.com) at +1 604 992-3205

BravoTran Inc.

BravoTran is pleased to offer CIFFA members 10% discount for the first 12 months of use. BravoTran is a leading enterprise AI (artificial intelligence) software provider for automating back-office processes for freight forwarders. BravoTran sparked a revolution by replacing legacy, labour-intensive systems with solutions that automate the management of all documents, of any type or format, for shipments, invoicing, billing, Customs, with 99+% accuracy. BravoTran's pricing is simple and risk free: US$1.00 per job. That's all! There are no fees for setup, licensing, or training. CIFFA members are eligible for an additional 10% discount for the first 12 months of use. Contact Rod Talbot (rtalbot@bravotran.com) to take advantage of this offer.

Magaya Corporation

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Magaya delivers a Digital Freight Platform that accelerates growth with flexible, interoperable, and modular cloud-based solutions designed to optimize and digitize end-to-end logistics operations and customer experience. Whether used together as an integrated digital freight platform or independently, Magaya solutions enable businesses of all sizes to streamline complex and redundant processes, enhance the customer experience, optimize productivity, reduce costs, and grow revenue. At Magaya, we are passionately devoted to ensuring our customers’ success through our innovative technology and comprehensive array of related professional services. We take great pride in our people, experts in the field of logistics automation, who are always willing to go the extra mile for our customers. There are no limits to your growth with Magaya. Click here to learn how the Magaya Digital Freight Platform can help you grow faster - and access your exclusive 15% CIFFA member discount!

DGOffice B.V.

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With the DGOffice online software solution, dedicated functionalities are designed for Forwarders, including receiving and sharing of (e-)DGDs, data validation, automatic reproduction and more. Ultimately, hazardous material and dangerous goods are shipped in full compliance with (inter-)national regulations by any mode of transport. From Client to Forwarder and Carrier, DGOffice connects you every step of the way.

WiseTech Global

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WiseTech Global is a leading provider of software solutions to the logistics industry globally. Driven by our flagship product, CargoWise, we have innovated continuously and successfully for more than 25 years and our software solutions are now used by over 18,000 customers across 165 countries. From medium-sized supply chain providers to multinational freight forwarding operations, CargoWise’s highly flexible and feature-rich system delivers powerful productivity, extensive functionality, comprehensive integration and deep international compliance capabilities. Translated into 30 languages and operating across currencies, CargoWise offers truly global capabilities for a global industry. Contact Phil LeBlanc (phil.leblanc@wisetechglobal.com) for more information.

Orkin Canada

Orkin Canada, Canada’s leading pest control company, is offering CIFFA Members a 5% Discount on Container / Trailer fumigations conducted at their Alliston, ON facility. CIFFA membership and remittance of this offer needs to be communicated before container / trailer delivery is made to their Alliston, ON fumigation facility. Contact Alex Attenborough (aattenborough@orkincanada.com).

Nova Container

We specialize in: Loading and unloading dock (cross dock); over head crane capacity 100 000 pounds; Blocking and bracing cargo for export; Unloading cargo for distribution (import); Storage of cargo; Logistics management; Consolidation & Distribution; Turnkey logistic services; and Transport drayage, regular, 4 axles, haz. mat. and wide load. Please contact Diane Sirois at Nova Containers Ltd for a service quote at : 1-877-444-8994 or diane.sirois@novacontainers.com. Use promotion code CIFFA receive 5% reduction from total invoice amount.

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