Canada, the world’s second-largest country, presents a unique logistical landscape. While its population is vast, most of its four hundred thousand residents live within 100 km of the U.S. border. This creates a dramatic contrast: huge, sparsely populated areas alongside smaller, highly dense regions. For the logistics industry, this geographical uniqueness is a constant factor, and overcoming this population density contrast is a key challenge for any operator.

With a deep-rooted history and an expansive network, OCS Canada is the specialist tackling this challenge head-on.

A Foundation Built on Experience

OCS first established operations in Canada in 1963, starting in Vancouver as a hub for shipments and publications from Japan to Central and South America. This was OCS's first pulse in the country. Decades later, OCS Express Ltd. took the helm in 2008 to manage all OCS business in Canada. Today, OCS Canada operates out of two main offices in Vancouver and Toronto, covering the country from coast to coast. They also have a strong network of agents in most major cities. This extensive reach allows OCS Canada to serve over 99% of the populated areas across the country.

Specializing in E-Commerce & Personalized Solutions

For years, OCS Canada was responsible for distributing Japanese newspapers across the country, a task that required overcoming the disadvantages of Canada's diverse population density and challenging weather conditions. This experience provided invaluable knowledge and became the foundation for their modern e-commerce services.

Since 2011, OCS Canada has been handling e-commerce shipments, even before the industry became as popular as it is today. While Canada and the U.S. are often treated as a single market due to their similarities, there are significant differences in regulations and operations that can lead to costly mistakes for e-commerce providers. OCS Canada's team is an expert at navigating these complexities, providing tailored solutions like DDP/DDU and return shipping for companies looking to expand their services north of the border.

A Commitment to Going the Extra Mile

OCS Canada also takes pride in its unique unaccompanied baggage service to Japan, known as "Otegaru Kikokubin" or "Otegaru EZmovin’j". 

This service assists those relocating to Japan with everything from small to large-scale moves. The staff walks clients through every step of the process, ensuring they fully understand the procedures and regulations for importing their personal belongings. This dedication has earned them positive reviews from clients. (Click here to read reviews)

OCS Canada credits the success of this service to the close collaboration with their counterparts in Japan, including the customs clearance, operations, and customer service teams. This is just one example of how constant communication and teamwork between international OCS offices can create significant value for customers.

Beyond these specialized services, OCS Canada also offers a customer-centric, one-stop solution for a range of complex freight forwarding needs. Whether it’s oversized cargo, temperature-controlled shipments, dangerous goods, or even live animals, their team provides customized shipping solutions with a personal touch.

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