The 2024 postal rates resource hub


If this is your first time experiencing a Canada Post postage rate change or you don't recall your experience last year, here is a quick refresher. Every year Canada Post makes price changes to its services and prices with the Parliament of Canada. These changes went into effect on January 8th, 2024, and can affect everything from the price of a stamp, metered mail rates, package, and specialty mail services.

Our hub provides you with all the resources you need to surf the rate change like a professional while saving time and money.

Everything You Need to Know About the New Mailing & Shipping Postage Rates

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Our experts will break down the significant changes to postage rates, fees, and special services from Canada Post, Purolator, FedEx, and UPS. Get insights, insider tips, and tons of resources to help you save big in 2024 and reduce the impact of rate increases on your bottom line.


 

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The Canada Post Solutions for Small Businessâ„¢ program provides tools, resources, insights and discounts on shipping and marketing to give small business owners a leg up and help them grow their business.

Ship within Canada

 Level 1 Online/ Post OfficeLevel 2 OnlineLevel 3 OnlineLevel 4 Online
Yearly shipping spend$0–$2,499$2,500–$4,999$5,000–$7,499$7,500+
Priorityâ„¢Up to 9%Up to 13%Up to 18%Up to 30%
XpresspostTMUp to 13%Up to 18%Up to 26%Up to 34%
Expedited ParcelTMUp to 23%Up to 28%Up to 33%Up to 39%

 

Ship to the U.S.A

 Level 1 Online/Post OfficeLevel 2 OnlineLevel 3 OnlineLevel 4 Online
Yearly shipping spend$0–$2,499$2,500–$4,999$5,000–$7,499$7,500+
XpresspostTM â€“ USAUp to 8%Up to 17%Up to 19%Up to 21%
Expedited ParcelTM â€“ USAUp to 11%Up to 17%Up to 18%Up to 20%
Small PacketTM â€“ USA3%Up to 6%Up to 7%Up to 9%
Tracked PacketTM â€“ USAUp to 40%Up to 42%Up to 43%Up to 43%

 

Ship internationally

 

 Level 1 Post OfficeLevel 2 OnlineLevel 3 OnlineLevel 4 Online
Yearly shipping spend$0–$2,499$2,500–$4,999$5,000–$7,499$7,500+
XpresspostTM – InternationalUp to 20%Up to 25%Up to 30%Up to 34%
International Parcel –AirUp to 24%Up to 27%Up to 34%Up to 41%
International Parcel –SurfaceUp to 5%Up to 16%Up to 22%Up to 30%
Small PacketTM International –AirUp to 8%Up to 11%Up to 17%Up to 20%
Small PacketTM International –SurfaceUp to 2%Up to 3%Up to 6%Up to 9%
Tracked PacketTM – InternationalUp to 45%Up to 50%Up to 53%Up to 58%

The complete Canada Post filings with the updated prices is available on Canada Post website.
 

With our shipping software you can ship more and save up to 40% with Canada Post Small Business Programâ„¢.

Commercial mail (Canada Post mailing rates)

Lettermailâ„¢ is a convenient and cost-effective way to send items in Canada including: Personal messages; Business correspondence; Invoices; Billing statements.


Lettermailâ„¢ 
Prices are per item

Postage Type Standard   Other (Non-standard and oversize)        
Weight Up to 30g Over 30g up to 50g Up to 100g Over 100g to 200g 200g to 500g 300g to 400g 400g up to 500g
Single Stamp(s) $1.07 $1.30 $1.94 $3.19 $4.44 $5.09 $5.47
Stamps in booklets/coils/panes $0.92 $1.30 $1.94 N/A N/A N/A N/A
Postage meter $0.92 $1.30 $1.94 $3.19 $4.44 $5.09 $5.47

 

Incentive Lettermailâ„¢
Prices are per item

Incentive Lettermailâ„¢ is a category of Lettermail that consists of identical items of Standard and Oversize (O/S) domestic mail which is deposited in large quantities and qualifies for a discounted price.

Postage Type Standard   Oversize  
Weight Up to 30g Over 30g up to 50g Up to 100g Over 100g to 500g
Machineable $0.91 $1.19 $1.19 $1.19 + $0.0079 per g over 100g

Prepaid Registered Mailâ„¢

Registered Mailâ„¢ is a service offered to those who need proof of mailing and/or proof of delivery. The service secures the signature of the addressee or the addressee’s representative and provides the sender with: A mailing receipt with the date of purchase; A copy of the signature of the person who accepted the delivery; Tracking and the date when the item is delivered.

Service Standard Oversize
Prepaid Registered Mail/ Government Secure Registered Mail $11.00 $13.00

U.S.A and International Letter-post

Letter-post is the most economical method of sending personal and business correspondence. You mail Letter-post items in Canada for delivery outside of Canada.

U.S.A

Postage Type Standard   Other (Non-standard and oversize)    
Weight Up to 30g Over 30g up to 50g Up to 100g Over 100g to 200g 200g to 500g
Stamp(s) $1.30 $1.94 $3.19 $5.57 $11.14
Meter or postal indicia(1) $1.30 $1.94 $3.03 $5.48 $10.93

1. Available to customers with an Agreement.

International

Postage Type Standard   Other (Non-standard and oversize)    
Weight Up to 30g Over 30g up to 50g Up to 100g Over 100g to 200g 200g to 500g
Stamp(s) $2.71 $3.88 $6.39 $11.14 $22.28
Meter or postal indicia(1) $2.66 $3.87 $6.29 $10.93 $21.87

To find more information about the commercial prices for Lettermailâ„¢ you can consult Canada Post Commercial mail customer guide

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Parcel services (Canada Post shipping rates)


Parcel Services shipping in Canada is for people who need to ship documents or parcels. 

Delivery standards in Canada

Delivery standards represent the expected transit time in business days from the day of deposit (day 0) to delivery for items deposited before the local cut-off time. A business day is a day other than Saturday, Sunday, a statutory holiday and any day observed as a holiday by Canada Post.

 

Shipping options

 

  • Up to 2 days for delivery with signature: Priorityâ„¢ is the fastest service for time-sensitive documents and parcels. Delivery times are guaranteed, and you can confirm delivery of your items online. Signature collection and One-Time On-Demand Pickup are available at no extra charge. (Up to 2 days for delivery with signature).
     
  • 2 days and up to 3 days for delivery: Xpresspostâ„¢ is fast and cost-effective delivery service for documents and parcels within Canada. All items are tracked, delivery times are guaranteed, and delivery status can be checked online.
     
  • 2 days and up to 3 days for delivery with signature for documents: Xpresspost Certified is a document-shipping service that captures the recipient’s signature on delivery of the item. This service is ideal for sending important notices or legal or court documents. If the receiver refuses to sign for the item, the item will be sent back to the original shipper.
     
  • 2 days for local delivery, up to 4 days for regional delivery and up to 8 days for national delivery: Expedited Parcelâ„¢ is a cost-effective ground service for items shipped within Canada. All items are tracked, delivery times are guaranteed, and delivery status can be checked online.
     
  • 3 days for local delivery, up to 6 days for regional delivery and up to 10 days for national delivery: Regular Parcelâ„¢ are items shipped within Canada. A tracking number is provided and delivery status can be checked.

Delivery standards between most major centres in Canada.

  Priorityâ„¢ Xpresspostâ„¢ Expedited Parcelâ„¢ Regular Parcelâ„¢
Local zone Up to 2 days Up to 2 days 2 days Up to 3 days
Regional Zone Up to 2 days* Up to 2 days* 2 days and up to 4 days* 4 days and up to 6 days*
National Zone Up to 2 days* 3 days 3 days and up to 8 days* 5 days and up to 10 days*

 

Delivery standards for non-major centres in Canada.

  Priorityâ„¢ Xpresspostâ„¢ Expedited Parcelâ„¢ Regular Parcelâ„¢
Local zone Up to 2 days Up to 2 days 2 days Up to 3 days
Regional Zone 2 days and up to 3 days*^ 3 days* Up to 5 days^ Up to 7 days^
National Zone 2 days and up to 4 days*^ 4 days Up to 12 days^ Up to 13 days^

 

Delivery standards for remote locations in Canada.

  Priorityâ„¢ Xpresspostâ„¢ Expedited Parcelâ„¢ Regular Parcelâ„¢
Local zone 6 days*^ 6 days*^ 7 days*^ 9 days*^
Regional Zone 6 days and up to 8 days*^ 6 days up to 8 days*^ 7 days up to 14 days*^ 7 days up to 14 days*^
National Zone 6 days and up to 9 days*^ 6 days up to 9 days*^ 7 days up to 14 days*^ 8 days up to 14 days*^

* Exceptions apply in some areas.
^ Exact delivery standards exist for every origin-destination combination. Find the specific delivery standard from your postal code to a Canadian destination at canadapost.ca/deliverytool.
Note: The delivery standards are adjusted in response to measures associated with the COVID-19 pandemic.

Shipping to the United States and international destinations


Shipping options

 

 

  • Delivery in 2 to 3 business daysPriorityâ„¢ Worldwide is an international express service offered by Canada Post, as an agent for FedExTM. This service offers an On-Time Money-Back Guarantee. The service also includes these features at no additional cost: recipient’s name and signature, commercial customs clearance, detailed tracking information and up to $100-declared value for carriage. The One-Time On-Demand Pickup service is included at no charge (where available).
     
  • Delivery in as little as 4 business daysXpresspostâ„¢ – International is your best choice when you need to send documents or parcels to international destinations quickly and cost-effectively. This service is available to more than 80 destinations worldwide and provides fast delivery with an On-Time Delivery Guarantee, up to $100 Liability Coverage, the signatory’s name and the ability to easily confirm the status of your items online. For the list of destinations where this service is available, visit canadapost.ca/xpresspostinternationalen.
     
  • Delivery in as little as 6 business days: Tracked Packetâ„¢ – International is a reliable shipping service for small and lightweight items (less than 2 kg) to select international destinations. Ideally suited for e-commerce, the service includes up to $100 Liability Coverage and the ability to track your items and confirm delivery online. For the list of destinations where this service is available, visit canadapost.ca/trackedpacket.
     
  • Delivery in as little as 6 business days for small and lightweight items: Small Packetâ„¢ International – Air is a cost-effective shipping service for sending small and lightweight items (less than 2 kg) internationally.
     
  • Delivery in as little as 6 business days for larger parcels: International Parcel – Air is a cost-effective shipping service to send larger parcels to international destinations. This service is available to destinations not served by Xpresspost – International.
     
  • Delivery in 1 month and up to 3 months for small and lightweight items: Small Packetâ„¢ International – Surface is the most economical shipping service for sending small and lightweight items (less than 2 kg) that are not time-sensitive to destinations worldwide.
     
  • Delivery in 1 month and up to 3 months: International Parcel – Surface is the most economical shipping service for sending larger parcels that are not time-sensitive to international destinations.

 

During the seasonal competitive pricing increases, one of the best ways to help your business save is rate shopping. You can rate shop, compare pricing and get discounts all year long with shipping software. Find more information about the commercial prices for Parcel Services with the Canada Post Commercial Prices guide for Parcel Services.

Source: Canada Post

How to update your postage meter?

Updating our iX and IS series postage meters is easy; simply ensure your LAN line is connected, then complete the steps in the instructions provided below.


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