Toronto - Ameri-Connect Freight Services Inc. (Toronto, Head Office)
Toronto - Ameri-Connect Freight Services Inc., headquartered in Toronto, Canada, operates as a global and domestic logistics provider with a broad range of freight and warehousing capabilities. The company is active in ocean freight forwarding and is a member of the Federal Maritime Commission (FMC), alongside airfreight operations that align with IATA standards. Ameri-Connect emphasizes its ability to move FCL (full container load) and LCL (less than container load) shipments to and from nearly any global destination, supported by established volume commitments that secure favorable terms with multiple ocean carriers across various trade lanes.
Cross-border and domestic service coverage is a key feature, with LCL movements facilitated through a network of agency partners that also enable door-to-door services in foreign markets. For FCL shipments, the company leverages its volume to access attractive contracts with ocean lines, while LCL operations are supported by its agency network for broader reach. Air service options include next flight out, space availability, and full charters, providing flexibility based on client needs.
Ameri-Connect maintains full compliance with government agency requirements across North America, underscoring a strong regulatory framework for cross-border movements. The company operates multiple warehouse facilities: two in Canada (Toronto and Vancouver) and two in the United States (Buffalo, NY and Blaine, WA), with a combined storage footprint of approximately 150,000 square feet. The Toronto facility is a bonded (sufferance) warehouse, enabling efficient import and storage operations.
Inventory visibility and control are supported by a Warehouse Management System (WMS) that integrates with EDI, offering customers real-time online access to inventory status. The service portfolio includes short- and long-term storage solutions, cross-docking, freight consolidation and deconsolidation, as well as pick/pack/label, staging, and kitting services. Racked and bulk storage options are available across all facilities.
Ameri-Connect also provides less-than-truckload (LTL) services for domestic U.S. and cross-border freight. The company utilizes a combination of tariff-based common LTL carriers and contract carriers based on shipment characteristics, enabling cost-efficient routing. Cross-border efficiency is enhanced through synchronized warehouse operations on both sides of the Canada-USA border, with daily shuttle movements between Buffalo and Toronto to optimize transit times.
Domestic rates for Canada and the United States are influenced by volume managed through the network of warehouses, benefiting distribution clients. The organization operates as a licensed Canadian Customs Broker, offering electronic releases and the capability to receive EDI data from importers. Specialized programs, including the Non-Resident Importer (NRI) program, highlight a focus on customs compliance, refunds, drawbacks, and tariff classifications.
In addition to core freight services, Ameri-Connect provides a suite of value-added solutions. These include co-packing services and document management, supported by an online system that delivers real-time shipment status, secure access for clients, and document uploads for processing. The company emphasizes a client-centric approach with an aligned team across operations, warehousing, accounting, management, and sales to support and enhance logistics requirements.
Ameri-Connect Freight Services Inc. traces its origins to a mandate to facilitate border movement and streamline customs transactions, expanding from cross-border North American operations to a global service offering tailored to modern supply chains. The Toronto head office remains a central hub for the company’s North American network and supported by its Canadian and U.S. warehouse footprint, automation, and integrated systems that provide end-to-end visibility for customers.
