A recent technical failure in the border processing systems has led to significant disruptions at key Canada-U.S. commercial crossing points. Transport companies and freight handlers are reporting wait times extending several hours, impacting supply chains across both countries. Authorities have confirmed that the outage affects the electronic documentation and customs clearance platforms, which are crucial for the smooth transit of goods.

Key impacts of the outage include:

  • Delays: Commercial vehicles experiencing line-ups exceeding four hours.
  • Backlog: Accumulation of cargo awaiting inspection and clearance.
  • Resource strain: Border agents reverting to manual processing, reducing efficiency.
Crossing PointAverage DelayCurrent Status
Pacific Highway3.5 hoursManual processing ongoing
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