Inside Track: Tariff refunds are coming but you have to claim them. Here’s how.

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If your business has been paying tariffs under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA), there is good news: the U.S. government is preparing to refund a portion of those duties. The refund system opens April 20, 2026. But refunds will not be sent out automatically — you have to take specific steps to claim them, and some deadlines are already running.

Inside Track: Tariff Turbulence — What Canadian Importers and Exporters Need to Know Right Now

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The rules of international trade are changing faster than most businesses can keep up with. For Canadian importers and exporters, 2026 has already brought a series of major shifts — and more are likely on the way.

Inside Track: Drayage — The Highest Surcharge in the Chain

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Canada’s transportation and logistics sectors rely on stable, well‑resourced federal agencies to keep goods moving safely and efficiently. But with the federal government undertaking one of the largest public‑service restructuring efforts in decades, industry leaders are asking whether cuts at key departments — including Transport Canada — could slow down the country’s already‑strained supply chains.

Inside Track: Will Government Restructuring Slow Canada’s Supply Chains?

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Canada’s transportation and logistics sectors rely on stable, well‑resourced federal agencies to keep goods moving safely and efficiently. But with the federal government undertaking one of the largest public‑service restructuring efforts in decades, industry leaders are asking whether cuts at key departments — including Transport Canada — could slow down the country’s already‑strained supply chains.

Inside Track: Key Takeaways from TPM26

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Here are three key takeaways from last week’s TPM, one of the most important annual gatherings for leaders in container shipping, logistics, and supply chain management, hosted by the Journal of Commerce in Long Beach, California. Geopolitical conflict raises risk but also indicates new industry resilience One of the dominant discussions at TPM26 was the ongoing impact of geopolitical conflicts …

Inside Track: Powering Progress for a Renewable Energy Leader

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A renewable energy company headquartered in the Pacific Northwest has been rapidly expanding its solar panel installations across North America. With manufacturing hubs in Southeast Asia and project sites across Canada and the U.S., they need a logistics partner capable of managing complex, cross-border freight operations.

Standing Strong with B.C.’s Lumber Industry: Insights from the Global Buyers Mission

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Canaan remains deeply committed to supporting forestry partners with end-to-end infrastructure and expertise, just as we’ve done for over 40 years. Our Modern Terminal warehouse continues to be a trusted hub for seamless lumber loading and forwarding.

Canaan Group Drives Into the Future with First-Ever Peterbilt 579EV Deployment in Metro Vancouver

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Canaan Group, a leading Canadian logistics provider, has placed an order for its first Peterbilt 579EV electric tractor, boasting a Gross Combined Weight (GCW) capacity of 105,500 lbs. In a move designed to slash carbon emissions in terminal drayage, the company is also installing an on‑site 80 kW dual‑plug charging station—enough to power two electric trucks simultaneously—at its Richmond facility.

Inside Track: The importance of meeting face-to-face

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While recent headlines highlight a shift in manufacturing from China to Vietnam, this trend has actually been unfolding for over a decade. Many Chinese companies have been steadily relocating operations to Vietnam, drawn by favorable economic conditions and strategic advantages. Even with the looming threat of new U.S. tariffs on Vietnamese exports, the country continues to benefit from this manufacturing …

Inside Track: The Extra Mile

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At Canaan, people are our priority, which is what motivates our unrivaled commitment to customer service. When companies are deciding which freight forwarder to partner with to deliver a shipment, the value of a hands-on approach may not be immediately evident in the initial calculations. But our experience has shown us time and again that extra care given to each …

Inside Track: The Critical Role of Supply Chain Expertise in Humanitarian Aid

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It has been just over a week since TPM25 wrapped up, and as always, reflecting on the speakers, conversations with customers, discussions with shipping lines, and emerging technologies leaves me with plenty to consider. While there’s no crystal ball to predict 2025 with certainty, here are a few key takeaways that stood out.