Programs We're a Part of:
Customs Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (CTPAT)
“…one layer in U.S. Customs and Border Protection’s (CBP) multi-layered cargo enforcement strategy. Through this program, CBP works with the trade community to strengthen international supply chains and improve United States border security.
CTPAT is a voluntary public-private sector partnership program which recognizes that CBP can provide the highest level of cargo security only through close cooperation with the principle stakeholders of the international supply chain such as importers, carriers, consolidators, licensed customs brokers, and manufacturers.
The Security and Accountability for Every Port Act of 2006 provided a statutory framework for the CTPAT program and imposed strict program oversight requirements.”
For more information, visit: https://www.cbp.gov/border-security/ports-entry/cargo-security/ctpat
The Customs Self Assessment (CSA) program
“…designed for low-risk, pre-approved importers, carriers and registered drivers. To take advantage of the program, CSA-approved importers and carriers must use a registered driver to carry CSA-eligible goods into Canada in the highway mode.
The CSA program simplifies many of the import border requirements so that low-risk shipments can be processed more quickly and efficiently at the border, saving businesses time and money.
It also allows the CBSA to better focus its resources on identifying high-risk shipments that pose a potential threat to the health, safety or economic well-being of Canadians.”
For more information, visit:
https://cbsa-asfc.gc.ca/prog/csa-pad/carrier-transport-eng.html
Partners in Protection Program (PIP)
“a cooperative program between private industry and the CBSA aimed at enhancing border and trade chain security.
This voluntary program has no membership fee. It is designed to streamline and make border processes more efficient for low-risk, pre-approved businesses recognized as trusted traders. As a member, you must abide by the roles and responsibilities outlined in the PIP Terms and Conditions of Use. In return, the CBSA will assess your company’s physical, infrastructural, and procedural security, and will recommend necessary improvements. This will enhance the integrity of your production, transportation, importation and/or exportation processes.”
For more information, visit: https://www.cbsa-asfc.gc.ca/security-securite/pip-pep/menu-eng.html
SmartWay Technology
“The EPA’s SmartWay program helps companies advance supply chain sustainability by measuring, benchmarking, and improving freight transportation efficiency.”
For more information, visit:
FAST: Free and Secure Trade for Commercial Vehicles
“The Free and Secure Trade (FAST) program is a commercial clearance program for known low-risk shipments entering the United States from Canada and Mexico. Initiated after 9/11, this innovative trusted traveler/trusted shipper program allows expedited processing for commercial carriers who have completed background checks and fulfill certain eligibility requirements.”
For more information, visit:
https://www.cbp.gov/travel/trusted-traveler-programs/fast
