Supply Chain Matters

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Supply Chain Matters highlights reports of labor strike actions simultaneously impacted both Canadian West and East Coast container port operations Today features news reports of a sudden labor strike involving Canada ’s two key West Coast ports. Reportedly 40 percent of Canada’s east coast container traffic traverses the Port of Montreal.

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NFI Industries

AUGUST 1, 2017

In February, the European Union (EU) voted to implement the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement, known as CETA, with trade partner Canada. The act aims to increase trade between the countries by lowering tariffs, thus making goods easier to export between the two markets. Read More.

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Freightera

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Canada Post’s Strike Is Impacting Businesses Across North America: Here’s What You Need to Know The nationwide strike by Canada Post workers, which began on November 15, 2024, has had a significant impact on the freight-shipping landscape of Canada.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

MAY 12, 2020

This interview is with Danny Wang, Vice President of Sourcing and Procurement at Canada Goose. Danny Wang, Vice President at Canada Goose. The work that Canada Goose is doing to supply Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) during the Coronavirus pandemic is truly inspirational. I first met Danny when we were both at Celestica.

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Supply Chain Network

MAY 11, 2019

In Canada, customer demands for more rapid and cost-effective e-commerce delivery are increasing on a daily basis. Online sellers, since the dawn of e-commerce, have successfully serviced Canada from one fulfillment operation. still servicing Canada from U.S. Online sellers in the U.S. Risk mitigation. Jeff Ashcroft.

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Supply Chain Matters

AUGUST 22, 2024

As noted in our prior Supply Chain Matters updates the threat of a stoppage involving Canada ’s two principal coast-to-coast rail networks has indeed occurred. At this point it is unclear if passenger rail services across Canada, which utilize freight routes for travel will also be impacted. Canada and Mexico based supply networks.

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NFI Industries

APRIL 6, 2015

billion worth of freight was moved to and from Canada in 2014 1. When shipping cross-border, it’s important to know what to expect and to be. 04/07/2015. Supply Chain. Transportation. Cross-Border, Supply Chain, Transportation, Global , Brokerage.

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Supply Chain Matters

MARCH 15, 2023

Global automotive maker Volkswagen announced this week its decision to construct a battery production plant in Canada. A further consideration was proximity to key raw materials including minerals , lithium , nickel and cobalt which Canada ’s mining sectors can provide. Thomas, Ontario , upwards of a two hour drive from Detroit.

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Freightera

JANUARY 21, 2022

Freightera and Supply Chain Canada launch The Nearshoring Directory, a potential sourcing solution that could revolutionize the way supply chain works. See below the official press release from Supply Chain Canada. And now, particularly in Western Canada, natural disasters have increased the chaos. ABOUT SUPPLY CHAIN CANADA.

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Arkieva

AUGUST 22, 2016

Despite expectations of an increase in sales, Canada retail sales fell by 0.1% Canada Retail Sales Drop Defies Expectations. billion), Statistics Canada said Friday. increase, according to economists at Royal Bank of Canada. and a new survey reveals outsourcing in supply chain is expected to grow. Supply Chain News.

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Supply Chain Matters

APRIL 24, 2023

Supply Chain Matters updates readers on a prior blog indicating the Volkswagen AG will invest in a large scale battery production facility to be located in in Canada. A further consideration was proximity to key raw materials including minerals , lithium , nickel and cobalt which Canada’s mining sectors can provide.

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Supply Chain Matters

JULY 13, 2023

Canada’s Labor and Transport Ministe r’s have just announced that a tentative agreement has been reached between The British Columbia Maritime Employers Association and the International Longshore & Warehouse Union Canada labor union after a 13-day labor stoppage. A statement was featured on Twitter. All rights reserved.

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Supply Chain Matters

JULY 19, 2023

After last week’s news of a tentative agreement being reached between The British Columbia Maritime Employers Association and the International Longshore & Warehouse Union Canada labor union, after a 13-day labor stoppage, union workers voted yesterday to reject the agreement and return to picket lines. All rights reserved.

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3PL Insights

MARCH 5, 2015

Expanding and Shipping to Canada By Matt Magpantay, Evans Distribution Systems Some call it the U.S.’ little brother” and others call it “that neighbor up north,” but ever since the North American Free... The post Expanding and Shipping to Canada appeared first on 3PL Insights - Warehousing, Transportation, and Logistics.

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CH Robinson Transportfolio

NOVEMBER 20, 2018

Mexico, and Canada released text to modernize the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) on September 30, 2018. For Canada, $150 (CAD) for customs duties and $40 (CAD) for taxes (Section 7.8.f). De Minimis—the minimum value of the goods below which no duties and taxes are being collected by Customs authorities—would change.

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Supply Chain Brain

SEPTEMBER 8, 2020

As managers rethink their supply chains, many will come to realize the tremendous opportunities that exist just north of the border, in Canada. Canada's thriving technology industry includes five public-private super clusters focused on different aspects of tech innovation. And so do the solutions.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 10, 2018

One of the most pronounced examples of the role of the Supply Chain in serving and protecting your brand is found in the story of Target Canada. Faced with unprecedented plans for expansion in Canada Target had to close its entire operation only two years after beginning operations. The expansion had been a failure.

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Tailwind

JANUARY 23, 2020

Cargo Logistics Canada is North America’s Multi-modal Supply Chain Expo. The post Tailwind presenting at Cargo Logistics Canada Expo & Conference! It addresses the needs of cargo owners, managers and agents who contract the flow of goods through Canadian supply chains. appeared first on Tailwind Transportation Software.

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CH Robinson Transportfolio

OCTOBER 9, 2018

Canada border is one of the most important borders in the world? Canada is the number one market for U.S. exports and 60% of Canada’s overall trade is with the United States.* Last week, the United States, Canada, and Mexico struck a new tri-lateral agreement to replace NAFTA, now called USMCA. From Canada to the U.S.,

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EcoVadis

JULY 12, 2019

Canada Set to Follow in Footsteps of U.K., A recently drafted bill has Canada set to join the growing list of countries intent on introducing national legislation on supply chain transparency and modern slavery. Australia and Others on Modern Slavery Legislation.

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Bristlecone

AUGUST 22, 2018

The post Supply Chain Simulation Game Toronto Canada | October 16, 2018 | 2:00PM – 6:30 PM appeared first on Bristlecone. 2:00 – 5:00 PM – Game Time. 5:00 – 6:30 PM – Networking Reception. Register here.

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CH Robinson Transportfolio

NOVEMBER 20, 2018

Mexico, and Canada released text to modernize the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) on September 30, 2018. Current De Minimis: For Canada, $15 (CAD), no duty or taxes payable. The post How United States – Mexico – Canada Agreement (USMCA) Will Impact North American Cross-Border Shipments appeared first on Transportfolio.

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ivalua

JUNE 22, 2021

The post Bell Canada appeared first on Ivalua.

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Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 27, 2024

According to the company, Walmart is the first major retailer in Canada to use hydrogen fuel cell semi-trucks in their delivery fleets.

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Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 30, 2021

By leaning on Kibo Commerce's Order Management technology, retailer Laura Canada was able to increase sales and deliver a seamless end-to-end experience to customers.

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Supply Chain Brain

DECEMBER 2, 2024

CUPW workers went on strike on November 15, with Canada Post telling customers to expect delays for mail deliveries for as long as the stoppage drags on.

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ivalua

APRIL 11, 2022

US & Canada. The post Ivalua Further Grows its Procurement Solution Business in Canada appeared first on Ivalua. Optis Consulting was named Ivalua’s 2021 North American Partner of the Year. To learn more, please visit www.optisconsulting.com. Media Contact. Michael Gallo. Lumina Communications for Ivalua. 212-239-8594. ivalua.com.

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Supply Chain Brain

OCTOBER 31, 2024

The study theorized that Canada has had a more cooperative relationship between drug manufacturers, government agencies, health care systems and wholesalers.

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Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 4, 2024

The Canada Border Services Agency — made up of over 9,000 border workers — previously set a June 6 deadline to reach a collective bargaining agreement.

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Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 12, 2024

Canada's rail union says it will conduct a new strike vote between June 14-29, promising a "quick process."

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Supply Chain Brain

JULY 18, 2021

Mexico-Canada agreement that took effect last year. The dispute focuses on how to calculate the percentage of a vehicle that comes collectively from the three countries under the U.S.-Mexico-Canada

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Supply Chain Brain

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Canada's deputy prime minister noted that while the U.S. and Canada are "perfectly aligned" on trade with China, "the same cannot be said of Mexico."

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Supply Chain Brain

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Canada's deputy prime minister noted that while the U.S. and Canada are "perfectly aligned" on trade with China, "the same cannot be said of Mexico."

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Supply Chain Brain

AUGUST 26, 2024

Canada, the U.S. and the EU have all accused China of providing unfair subsidies to automakers and green energy manufacturers.

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Supply Chain Brain

MAY 14, 2024

Canada's labor minister is now looking to determine critical shipments that would have to continue even if rail workers go on strike.

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Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 25, 2024

Canada will next open a 30-day public consultation period on July 2 to weight responses to any potential tariffs against China moving forward.

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Supply Chain Brain

JULY 8, 2024

The dispute dates back to December, when DP World Canada revealed plans to automate parts of its rail intermodal yard at Vancouver's Centerm Terminal.

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