Fulfillment in Canada for Brands Selling From Anywhere in the World
Whether you're entering the Canadian market for the first time or rethinking how you ship into Canada, Redwolf 3PL helps you import direct, avoid unnecessary tariffs, and get to Canadian customers faster.
Talk to Our TeamIf your brand is based outside Canada — in the US or anywhere else in the world — and you're selling or planning to sell to Canadian customers, there's a good chance you're either unsure how to get set up, or you're already set up in a way that's quietly costing you money. Redwolf 3PL works with two kinds of brands: those entering the Canadian market for the first time, and those already selling in Canada but rethinking their setup — often because of tariffs, double freight costs, or a 3PL that isn't cutting it anymore.
We're a Toronto-based fulfillment center built specifically to receive inventory directly from your manufacturer or country of origin, handle any prep or assembly needed, and ship to your Canadian customers — DTC, B2B, or Amazon FBA — without the detours most brands don't realize they're paying for.
In short: Redwolf 3PL is a Toronto-based fulfillment company that helps brands outside Canada — new entrants and existing sellers alike — import goods directly into Canada, avoid unnecessary US tariffs and duplicate freight costs, and get set up with CARM and GST/HST to sell legally and efficiently to Canadian customers.
New to Selling in Canada? Here's What You Actually Need
A lot of brands assume selling into Canada requires opening a Canadian entity or branch office. It doesn't. In most cases, all you need is:
- A 3PL partner in Canada to receive, store, and ship your goods (that's us)
- A CARM (CBSA Assessment and Revenue Management) setup to import commercially into Canada
- A GST/HST number to collect and remit Canadian sales tax
This is a simple setup — but it trips up a lot of brands, especially when it happens under time pressure. We've helped companies get this in place quickly, including brands that landed a contract or a big order and suddenly needed to be import-ready in Canada with little notice. We can connect you directly with the right people and agencies to get CARM and GST/HST sorted quickly, so you're not scrambling to fulfill a commitment you've already made.
Already Selling in Canada? You May Be Overpaying
If you're a brand currently storing inventory in the US and shipping into Canada as orders come in — whether DTC, B2B, or Amazon FBA — there's a good chance you're paying costs you don't need to.
Here's the common pattern we see:
- Goods are imported from your manufacturer or country of origin into the US first
- You pay US tariffs on entry, even though the product is ultimately sold to a Canadian customer, not a US one
- Inventory is then shipped again from the US into Canada, meaning you're paying for freight twice — once into the US, once into Canada
- Small, frequent cross-border shipments rack up costly broker fees and slower delivery times to your Canadian customers
- Meanwhile, a competitor importing directly into Canada avoids all of this — and can undercut you on price while delivering faster
The fix is straightforward: import directly from your manufacturer or country of origin into Canada, and let a Canadian 3PL — like Redwolf — receive, prep, and ship from there. You avoid the unnecessary US tariff entirely (since the goods are never actually sold in the US), you cut out the duplicate freight leg, and your Canadian customers get faster delivery with fewer broker fees eating into your margin.
This applies whether you're shipping DTC, wholesale/B2B, or sending inventory into Amazon FBA — if your goods are ultimately destined for Canadian customers, routing them through the US first is often an avoidable cost, not a necessary step.
Why Brands Choose Redwolf for Canadian Fulfillment
- Direct receiving from your manufacturer or country of origin — no need to route through the US first
- Help getting set up with CARM and GST/HST, even on a tight timeline
- DTC, B2B, and Amazon FBA prep — all handled from the same Toronto facility
- Kitting, light assembly, and personalization services most 3PLs don't offer
- No long-term contracts, no hidden fees
- Direct access to your account team — not a ticket queue
- Founded by an active Amazon and ecommerce seller, not a logistics company guessing at what sellers need — read more
Who This Is For
- Brands entering the Canadian market for the first time
- Brands already selling in Canada rethinking their fulfillment setup — often due to tariffs, cost, or an underperforming 3PL
- Any brand outside Canada — not just US-based companies — importing goods to sell to Canadian customers
- Sellers currently storing in the US and paying unnecessary tariffs and double freight to serve Canadian buyers
- DTC, wholesale/B2B, and Amazon FBA sellers alike
FAQ
Do I need to open a Canadian company or branch to sell in Canada?
No. Most brands selling into Canada don't need to open a physical Canadian entity — Canada's import and tax system is open to non-resident businesses. What you typically need is a CARM (CBSA Assessment and Revenue Management) registration to import commercially, a GST/HST number once your Canadian sales pass the CRA's registration threshold, and a 3PL partner — like Redwolf — to receive, store, and ship your goods. As of 2026, non-resident importers are required to hold their own CARM registration, since a broker can no longer clear goods using their own business number on your behalf, so getting this set up correctly matters more than ever. We can connect you with the right people to get this done quickly.
What is CARM, and do I need it?
CARM (CBSA Assessment and Revenue Management) is the CBSA's system for managing customs duties and taxes, and registration is required for any business — Canadian or non-resident — that's the importer of record for goods entering Canada commercially. As of 2026, this requirement has tightened: non-resident importers must hold their own CARM registration and business number rather than relying on a customs broker's number, and without it, goods can be held at the border. We can point you to the right people to get this set up quickly, or help you figure out the best way to structure who acts as the importer of record for your shipments.
Am I paying tariffs I don't need to if I store inventory in the US?
Possibly. If your goods are imported into the US first and are ultimately sold to Canadian customers, you may be paying US tariffs on entry unnecessarily, plus paying for freight twice — once into the US, once into Canada. Importing directly into Canada from your manufacturer or country of origin often avoids both costs.
Do you work with Amazon FBA sellers too, not just DTC brands?
Yes. This applies to wholesale and Amazon FBA sellers as well — if you're importing into the US and then forwarding inventory to Canada as needed, you may be paying tariffs and duplicate freight costs you could avoid by importing directly into Canada instead.
Is this only for US-based brands?
No — this applies to any brand outside Canada, regardless of where you're based, importing goods to sell to Canadian customers.
What's the best way for a US or international brand to fulfill orders in Canada?
The most cost-effective setup is importing your goods directly from your manufacturer or country of origin into Canada, rather than routing through the US first. From there, a Canadian 3PL like Redwolf receives, preps, and ships your orders — whether DTC, wholesale, or Amazon FBA — to your Canadian customers. This avoids paying US tariffs on goods that are ultimately sold in Canada, and avoids paying for freight twice.
How do I avoid paying tariffs twice when shipping to Canada?
If you're currently importing goods into the US and then shipping a portion of that inventory to Canadian customers, you're likely paying US tariffs on entry even though those goods are never sold in the US, plus a second freight cost to move them into Canada. Importing directly from your manufacturer into Canada — instead of routing through the US — eliminates both the unnecessary tariff and the duplicate freight leg.
What do I need to legally sell products in Canada as a foreign business?
In most cases, you don't need to open a Canadian company or branch. You need a CARM (CBSA Assessment and Revenue Management) setup to import commercially into Canada, a GST/HST number to collect and remit Canadian sales tax, and a 3PL partner to receive, store, and ship your goods within Canada.
Selling into Canada — or thinking about it? Let's find out what you might be overpaying.