Reliable US to Canada Cross Border Freight Services

Move freight from the United States into Canada with a cross-border team built for customs coordination, compliant carriers, and responsive tracking. Little John Transportation Services connects shippers to van, flatbed, reefer, expedited, heavy-haul, and hazmat capacity across Canadian provinces, with human-first support that keeps paperwork, border handoffs, and delivery milestones moving from pickup through final consignee check-in.

Cross-border freight trucks at a Canada border facility

Our US to Canada Freight Services

Flexible Canada-bound freight capacity for truckload, LTL, expedited, temperature-controlled, hazmat, and specialized cargo.

Canada Cross-Border

Access Canada-capable freight service backed by CSA, FAST, and C-TPAT credentials, bonded and in-bond options, customs coordination, and a 99% claim-free cross-border delivery rate.

Full Truckload

Move dedicated truckload freight across U.S.–Canada lanes using dry van, flatbed, reefer, specialized, and project equipment supported by 24/7 dispatch and a single point of contact.

LTL Freight

Ship smaller cross-border loads with LTL van and flatbed options, centralized pricing, carrier selection by rate or transit, and track-and-trace visibility across the U.S. and Canada.

Expedited Freight

Protect urgent Canadian delivery windows with team-driver service, direct routing, hot-shot options, air freight handoffs, 24/7 dispatch, and response times under 60 minutes.

Cold Chain

Maintain product integrity for pharma, food-grade, perishables, frozen, chilled, and protect-from-freeze freight with reefer capacity, temperature logging, live monitoring, and sanitation records.

Heavy-Haul Cargo

Move oversized, overweight, industrial, energy, defense, machinery, and project cargo with specialized trailers, permitting support, route engineering, escorts, tracking, and full-cycle coordination.

Dispatcher tracking US to Canada freight shipment

Our Cross-Border Freight Process

Review Freight And Lane Requirements

Your account team reviews the lane, commodity, equipment requirements, delivery schedule, and Canadian destination details. This early planning helps identify customs needs, specialized handling, temperature control, hazmat requirements, or oversized dimensions before capacity is assigned.

Match Capacity To The Load

Coordinate Customs And Border Details

Dispatch And Track Every Mile

Confirm Delivery And Documentation

Trusted Across North America

Proven Freight Results

Complex shippers across industries rely on Little John for compliant cross-border execution and accountable freight support.

"Alisha. WPE. Great service, nice working with you, all the time."

Jorge Otero

"Sin duda, Jacob Goodwin ha sido uno de los agentes de Landstar más profesionales y directos con los que he tratado hasta hoy. Es muy comprensivo y honesto, y hace todo lo posible para que la tarifa sea justa. Gracias por hacer un gran trabajo, sigan así."

Jerome Washington
The Little John Difference

Why Choose Little John Transportation Services?

Choose a cross-border freight partner built for compliance, communication, and complex cargo.

Certified Access

CSA, FAST, and C-TPAT credentials support smoother Canadian border coordination and secure freight movement.

Vetted Capacity

Access 65,000+ audited carriers and 102,000+ truck capacity providers throughout North America.

Human Support

Real people plan, dispatch, and track Canadian shipments instead of handing customers to automation.

Claim-Free Focus

A 99% claim-free cross-border delivery rate reflects disciplined handling, documentation, and carrier oversight.

Meet The North American Team

Experienced operators managing complex freight across borders daily.

Portrait of Christopher Dale, Co-Founder and CEO of Little John Transportation Services

Christopher Dale

Co-Founder & CEO

Christopher Dale is the Co-Founder and CEO of Little John Transportation Services, the specialized freight company he built from the ground up in the mid-1990s alongside his brother Steven. With over 30 years at the helm, Christopher has led the company through remarkable growth — from a small operator-focused business to a North American leader ranked #1 on the ACT Transport 50 for 16 consecutive years. His expertise spans heavy-haul, hazmat, and U.S.–México cross-border logistics, handling the complex freight most carriers refuse. Christopher's leadership philosophy centers on human-first communication, operational excellence, and safety-driven execution, values that have earned the company a 100% retention rate among its Top 100 customers and an average client tenure of 33 years.

Portrait of Steven Dale, Co-Founder and COO of Little John Transportation Services

Steven Dale

Co-Founder & COO

Steven Dale is the Co-Founder and COO of Little John Transportation Services, responsible for overseeing specialized operations and the company's vast carrier network. Since co-founding the business in the mid-1990s alongside Christopher Dale, Steven has been the operational backbone of an organization that now manages over 8,000 dedicated owner-operators and 65,000 vetted and audited carriers. He ensures that teams are strategically positioned across key logistics hubs — including Laredo, Monterrey, and Guadalajara — exactly where complex freight moves. Steven's hands-on approach and deep industry expertise have been instrumental in achieving 65 million+ miles covered annually and maintaining the company's industry-leading safety and compliance standards.

Portrait of Kathleen Stingley, Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services

Kathleen Stingley

Account Manager

Kathleen Stingley serves as an Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services, where she is dedicated to delivering the human-first service that defines the company's reputation across North America. In her role, Kathleen works directly with medium- to large-sized clients to coordinate specialized freight solutions — from heavy-haul and hazmat shipments to complex cross-border logistics. She serves as a reliable, knowledgeable point of contact who ensures every load is planned, tracked, and executed with precision. Kathleen embodies the company's commitment to treating clients as partners, providing responsive communication and hands-on support that has contributed to Little John's 100% Top 100 customer retention rate and decades-long client relationships.

Portrait of Brandon Potter, Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services

Brandon Potter

Account Manager

Brandon Potter is an Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services, bringing a client-focused approach to one of North America's most trusted specialized freight carriers. Brandon works closely with clients across a wide range of industries — including energy, industrial machinery, automotive, and chemical sectors — to develop customized transportation solutions for complex, high-stakes freight. He serves as a hands-on partner from initial quote through final delivery, ensuring clear communication, compliance documentation, and seamless coordination across Little John's expansive carrier network. Brandon's commitment to responsive, people-driven service reflects the company's core values and its reputation for moving the cargo that most carriers refuse.

Portrait of Todd Wojtkowski, Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services

Todd Wojtkowski

Account Manager

Todd Wojtkowski is an Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services, playing a key role in supporting the company's mission to deliver operational excellence and human-first service to every client. Todd manages freight relationships across a broad spectrum of specialized transportation needs, including heavy-haul, hazmat, and cross-border shipments throughout the U.S., México, and Canada. He works as a direct partner to clients, ensuring loads are matched with the right equipment, dispatched by experienced teams, and tracked through to delivery. Todd's dedication to proactive communication and audit-ready documentation helps reinforce Little John's standing as the most trusted partner for specialized freight in North America.

Portrait of Robert Wood, Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services

Robert Wood

Account Manager

Robert Wood serves as an Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services, where he is committed to delivering the responsive, detail-oriented service that sets the company apart in the specialized freight industry. Robert supports clients across sectors such as oil and gas, military and defense, pharmaceutical, and retail, helping them navigate the complexities of heavy-haul, hazmat, and time-sensitive freight requirements. He takes ownership of every load from planning to final delivery, coordinating with Little John's extensive network of owner-operators and vetted carriers to ensure seamless execution. Robert's dedication to building long-term partnerships reflects the company's core value of treating every client relationship with the care and accountability of a true business partner.

Portrait of Justin James, Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services

Justin James

Account Manager

Justin James is an Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services, contributing to the company's legacy of specialized, safety-driven freight solutions across North America. Justin works hands-on with clients to manage complex shipping requirements, including oversized loads, hazardous materials, and cross-border freight between the United States and México. He serves as a reliable point of contact who ensures every shipment is handled with the precision and accountability that Little John's clients have come to expect over 30+ years in business. Justin's customer-first mindset and thorough understanding of the company's logistics capabilities help clients move their most demanding cargo with confidence and compliance.

Portrait of Ashlyn Dale, Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services

Ashlyn Dale

Account Manager

Ashlyn Dale is an Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services, upholding the family legacy of hands-on, human-first service that has defined the company since its founding in the mid-1990s. Ashlyn works directly with clients to coordinate specialized freight solutions, ensuring that every shipment — whether heavy-haul, hazmat, or cross-border — is executed with the operational discipline and personal accountability that Little John is known for. She brings a client-centered approach to every interaction, serving as a trusted partner who provides clear, timely communication and end-to-end load management. Ashlyn's commitment to excellence helps maintain the long-standing client relationships that have made Little John the #1 specialized carrier in North America.

Frequently Asked Questions

What freight companies ship to Canada from the US?

Little John Transportation Services ships freight from the U.S. to Canada through the Landstar Canada network and broader North American capacity providers. Services include full truckload, LTL, flatbed, reefer, expedited, heavy-haul, hazmat, container, rail, air, and ocean options. The company supports customs and border coordination, bonded and in-bond freight, and secure carrier selection.

What documents are needed for US to Canada freight shipping?

Can you handle both truckload and LTL shipments to Canada?

How long does US to Canada freight shipping take?

Do you offer refrigerated freight service into Canada?

Can hazardous materials be shipped from the US to Canada?

How is cross-border freight pricing determined?

Will I receive tracking updates during cross-border shipping?

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North American Coverage

Serving shippers across North America with Canada-capable freight capacity and strategically positioned logistics teams.

3 Countries

Service Area

65,000+ Carriers

Carrier Network

65M+ Miles

Annual Miles

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Ranked & Recognized

Awards and Recognition

ACT Transport 50 award logo

ACT Transport 50

Recognized specialized transport leadership, 16 consecutive years.

IC Cranes and Specialized Transport ranking logo

IC Transport Ranking

Global recognition for cranes and specialized transport.

TT Top 100 flatbed heavy award logo

TT Top 100

Top flatbed and heavy-haul carrier recognition.

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Contact Us Today

For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at +1 (479) 264-6501. You can also send us a quick email at quotes@ljtsi.com.