This overview highlights Tariff 338, which defines the rules, rates, and service charges for transporting used household goods and related articles within Canada, effective June 13, 2025.
Purpose:
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Provide agents and customers with clear guidance on transportation rules, charges, and services for CAA shipments.
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Standardize procedures to ensure consistent, compliant, and transparent service delivery.
Key Sections:
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General Rules & Regulations: Covers automobile transport, bulky articles, extra pickups/deliveries, storage, replacement value protection, guaranteed pricing, and transit times.
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Transportation Rates: Applicable between points across Canada.
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Additional Charges: Includes ferriage, elevator/stair carries, overtime loading/unloading, packing services, storage in transit/van, appliance and special article servicing, waiting time, and airport handling.
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Other Fees: Covers cargo protection, empty mileage, fuel surcharges, shuttle services, and minimum transportation charges.
Key Takeaway:
Following Tariff 338 ensures transparent pricing, consistent service standards, and compliant handling of CAA household goods shipments nationwide.