Partners in Protection (PIP)

Partners in Protection (PIP) is a Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) program designed to enlist the co-operation of the private industry to enhance border security, combat organized crime and terrorism, increase awareness of customs compliance issues, and help detect and prevent contraband smuggling.

The PIP program is available to importers, carriers, brokers, warehouse operators, associations, freight forwarders, and shipping agents that own or operate facilities in Canada, are directly involved in the importation and exportation of commercial goods and are in good standing with CBSA.

Livingston has the expertise and experience in helping companies through the PIP process.

How you’ll benefit:

  • You will be eligible, pending CSA approval, to apply to the FAST program for use of designated FAST lanes into Canada.
  • Your reputation will be enhanced – by being a secure, low-risk company.
  • You will gain a competitive advantage and be better positioned to achieve international recognition.