To complete the scenario: Using Manifest Forward for LCL cargo: If the master consolidator files eHBLs for their consolidation and if our 8000 freight forwarder code is on their filing as a Secondary Notify Party (SNP) we should be receiving the CCN /PCN and all other data , as soon as the filing has been in “Accepted” status”” with CBSA via a Manifest Forward. Does that mean we could potentially receive the CCNs through the Manifest Forward even before receiving the same from our overseas agent? Would that mean it would be a wise strategy to ensure that overseas agent always requires the consolidator to input our 8000 series in the SNP when bookings are being made for our cargo & when NVO / consolidator files their eManifest?

There are strategic decisions to be made on whose 8000 code will be used for eHBL filing, the overseas agent’s or the Canadian freight forwarder. If the agent’s 8000 code is used, the Canadian freight forwarder will probably have no visibility to the transaction and no possibility of revising, changing, modifying the eHBL transmission. However, mandating that agents always include your Canadian freight forwarder 8000 code as the Secondary Notify Party (SNP) for Manifest Forward would go a long way to providing early visibility and sounds like an excellent idea.