Ontario Equipment and Oversize Load Transport Services
Expert and reliable Ontario equipment transport begins with a call to Heavy Haulers. We provide everything you need for safe and quality Ontario oversize load transport. You'll partner with a dedicated Ontario transport specialist who will provide everything needed for shipping service in Ontario.
Heavy Haulers Ontario equipment transport services include:
- • Transporting equipment or freight from the U.S. to Canada
- • Shipping freight or equipment from Canada to the U.S.
- • Permits for oversize loads
- • Customs paperwork and clearance
- • Commercial Ontario equipment shipping
- • Residential Ontario freight hauling
- • Bulk Ontario equipment transport
- • A free, no-obligation quote
- • And more!
Let's get started! Your dedicated transport specialist is standing by. We offer heavy equipment transport, oversize load shipping, and more throughout Ontario. Our team handles every detail so you can focus on what matters. Ready to find out more? Give us a call for a free, no-obligation quote! (800) 908-6206
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Shipping Your Equipment From The U.S. to Ontario
You might have questions when it comes to shipping your equipment from the U.S. to Ontario, especially if this is the first time.
No problem!
At Heavy Haulers, we're experts in shipping your equipment and oversize loads from the U.S. to Ontario. Here's what you need to know:
Border Crossings into Ontario
Ontario shares the busiest commercial border with the United States, making it a critical gateway for equipment shipments. The most frequently used crossings include:
- • Windsor, ON / Detroit, MI (via I-75 and Highway 401) – The Ambassador Bridge is Ontario’s busiest port of entry and a prime route for heavy freight into southern Ontario.
- • Sarnia, ON / Port Huron, MI (via I-69 and Highway 402) – Popular with haulers moving equipment into central Ontario or toward Toronto.
- • Fort Erie, ON / Buffalo, NY (via the QEW) – Ideal for loads headed to Niagara, Hamilton, or the Greater Toronto Area.
- • Cornwall, ON / Massena, NY (via Highway 138) – Serves eastern Ontario and Quebec-bound shipments.
- • Sault Ste. Marie, ON / Sault Ste. Marie, MI (via Highway 17) – Useful for mining and energy-related shipments into northern
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Permits and Paperwork
Shipping equipment across the border means you'll need the right permits. Ontario has specific requirements for oversize and overweight loads, including:
- • Single Trip Permits for non-divisible loads exceeding legal dimensions or weights.
- • Routing Approvals based on bridge weights, clearances, and road conditions.
- • Commercial Invoices and Customs Documentation for border clearance.
- • Carrier Codes and PARS Labels for Canadian customs tracking.
Our team handles every detail, from obtaining permits to submitting cross-border documents, ensuring your equipment moves legally and efficiently.
Duties, Tariffs, and Taxes
- Customs Duties
- • Most used machinery and equipment is duty-free under the USMCA (United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement), provided it meets the rules of origin requirements.
- • Brand-new equipment or equipment made outside the U.S. might still be subject to duty rates, typically ranging from 5% to 9.5%, depending on the classification.
- Goods and Services Tax (GST)
- • All imported goods into Canada are subject to 5% GST, calculated on the total value of the equipment plus duties (if applicable).
- • This tax is paid at the border and is refundable for Canadian businesses registered for GST.
- Excise Taxes
- • Generally not applicable to heavy equipment, but certain specialized or fuel-consuming equipment might be subject to additional levies. Always check the equipment classification.
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Ontario Equipment Delivery Restrictions
Ontario’s larger cities—like Toronto, Ottawa, and Hamilton—have urban delivery restrictions that may affect:
- • Time-of-day movement (some areas limit travel to overnight or early morning hours)
- • Designated oversize load routes through metropolitan areas
- • Coordination with city permits and police escorts in dense urban centers
We work with local authorities to secure proper clearance and schedule deliveries during permitted windows.
Seasonal Road Weight Limits
In spring (typically March through May), Ontario enforces Reduced Load Periods on many secondary and rural roads. These restrictions:
- • Limit axle weights to protect roadways during thaw
- • Can delay or reroute shipments to more suitable routes
- • May require specialized trailers to distribute weight more effectively
Heavy Haulers actively monitors seasonal load restrictions and adjusts planning accordingly.
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Primary Highways for Equipment Transport in Ontario
| Highway | Direction/Connection | Key Cities | Usage |
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| Highway 401 (Macdonald–Cartier Freeway) | East–West | Windsor, London, Kitchener, Toronto, Kingston, Cornwall | One of North America’s busiest highways. Essential for east-west equipment moves, especially oversize loads from Michigan or Quebec. |
| Highway 400 | Toronto to Barrie, continues as Highway 69 toward Sudbury | - | Key northbound route for moving equipment to Ontario’s mining, forestry, and infrastructure sites in the north. |
| Highway 11 | South–North | Barrie to North Bay, Thunder Bay | Common for transporting industrial and mining equipment to Northern Ontario. |
| Highway 17 (Trans-Canada Highway) | East–West (Northern Ontario) | Sault Ste. Marie, Sudbury, North Bay, Kenora | Critical for northern cross-provincial heavy haul traffic. Supports mining and forestry sector needs. |
| Highway 403 | Woodstock to Hamilton | - | Regional connector for agricultural and industrial hauls in southern Ontario. |
| Highway 407 (ETR – Express Toll Route) | Toronto metropolitan area | - | Often used by oversize and heavy haul carriers to bypass downtown Toronto traffic. |
Key Equipment Transport Hubs
- • Toronto / GTA: Largest staging area for construction and industrial equipment
- • Hamilton: Steel, manufacturing, and port-related transport
- • Windsor / London: Agricultural and cross-border shipments to/from the U.S.
- • Sudbury / Timmins / Thunder Bay: Mining and resource transport zones
- • Ottawa / Eastern Ontario: Infrastructure and municipal equipment
Why Choose Heavy Haulers for Ontario Equipment Shipping?
It's true, there are a lot of heavy haul companies that transport equipment and freight to Ontario. Heavy Haulers stands apart by offering personalized end-to-end equipment shipping services. Every transport, including timeline and load assistance requirements, is tailored to fit your needs.
At Heavy Haulers, we understand your equipment is vital. Whether it be for personal use or business, you need it shipped safely and delivered on time.
Here's Why Clients Trust Us:
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1. Ontario Expertise
We know Ontario’s highways, seasonal restrictions, and regional permitting systems like the back of our hand. Whether it’s navigating Highway 2 between Calgary and Edmonton or delivering to remote oil sands in Fort McMurray, we’ve been there—literally.
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2. Full Permit and Customs Handling
Cross-border shipments can get complicated fast. We handle all U.S. and Canadian customs paperwork, oversize/overweight permits, pilot car coordination, and routing—so you don’t have to.
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3. Specialized Trailers and Equipment
We match your load with the right trailer: RGNs, lowboys, multi-axles, and more. Whether you're shipping a single excavator or a convoy of oilfield modules, we have the resources and the fleet to do it safely.
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4. Real-Time Tracking and Communication
Know where your equipment is—at all times. Our team keeps you updated throughout the entire process, with direct access to your dedicated logistics agent.
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5. Fully Insured and Bonded
Your equipment is valuable. That’s why we carry comprehensive cargo insurance and offer additional coverage options for high-value machinery.
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6. Proven Track Record
Thousands of successful equipment deliveries into Ontario. Decades of experience. Five-star ratings. When your freight needs to arrive on time and in one piece, you can trust Heavy Haulers to deliver.
Heavy Haulers is ready to partner with you. So what are you waiting for? Transport your equipment to or from Ontario with the company that offers hassle-free and affordable shipping services. Call for a quote!
Equipment Heavy Haulers Transport From The U.S. to Ontario (And Vice Versa)
- • RVs/Motorhomes
- • Boats
- • Semi Trucks
- • Heavy Duty Trucks
- • Commercial Equipment
- • Shipping Containers
- • And More!
- • Excavators
- • Bulldozers
- • Wheel loaders
- • Motor graders
- • Skid steers
- • Backhoes
- • Cranes (crawler, rough terrain, all-terrain)
- • Trenchers
- • Pavers and asphalt machines
- • Concrete mixers and pumps
- • Combines and harvesters
- • Tractors (4WD, row crop, utility)
- • Planters and seeders
- • Sprayers (self-propelled and pull-type)
- • Balers and hay rakes
- • Cultivators and tillage equipment
- • Grain carts and augers
- • Forage harvesters
- • Drilling rigs and derricks
- • Coil tubing units
- • Pump jacks
- • Oilfield skids and tanks
- • Generators and power units
- • Compressors
- • Frac pumps and blenders
- • Mud systems and separators
- • Rock trucks and haul trucks
- • Large loaders and shovels
- • Drilling rigs and blast hole drills
- • Crushing and screening equipment
- • Conveyors and feeders
- • Underground mining equipment
- • Modular processing plants
- • Feller bunchers
- • Log loaders
- • Skidders
- • Harvesters
- • Mulchers
- • Chippers and grinders
- • Forwarders
- • Transformers and power units
- • Industrial HVAC systems
- • Water tanks and pressure vessels
- • Modular buildings and camps
- • Steel beams and pre-fabricated structures
- • Bridge components
Don't see your equipment? No problem! We transport this and more! Just call (800) 908-6206 and speak with on of our Ontario transport specialists. They'll get you a free, no-obligation quote for whatever you need to transport!
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Pilot Cars for Ontario Oversize Load Transport
Heavy Haulers also has a team of pilot car drivers to assist in your oversize load transport. See why we're Ontario's top pilot car company!
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