Canada post domestic mail
Canada Post offers various domestic mail services for sending letters, packages, and parcels within Canada. Here are some of the most common domestic mail services:
- Lettermail: This is the most basic service for sending letters and small packages weighing up to 30 grams. The cost starts at $0.92 for a standard letter.
- Priority Lettermail: This service is similar to Lettermail, but it's faster and more reliable. It's ideal for sending important documents and letters that need to arrive quickly. The cost starts at $2.95 for a standard letter.
- Xpresspost: This service is for sending packages and parcels that weigh up to 30 kg. It's a fast and reliable option with tracking and delivery confirmation. The cost starts at $12.95 for a small package.
- Regular Parcel: This service is for sending larger packages and parcels that weigh up to 30 kg. It's a cost-effective option for sending heavier items, but it may take longer to arrive. The cost starts at $14.95 for a small package.
- Tracked Packet: This service is for sending small packages and parcels that weigh up to 2 kg. It's a tracked service with delivery confirmation and insurance up to $100. The cost starts at $14.95 for a small package.
- Tracked Package: This service is for sending larger packages and parcels that weigh up to 30 kg. It's a tracked service with delivery confirmation and insurance up to $100. The cost starts at $24.95 for a small package.
Domestic Mail Rates
Here are the current domestic mail rates for Canada Post:
- Lettermail (up to 30 grams): $0.92
- Priority Lettermail (up to 30 grams): $2.95
- Xpresspost (up to 30 kg): $12.95 - $34.95
- Regular Parcel (up to 30 kg): $14.95 - $44.95
- Tracked Packet (up to 2 kg): $14.95 - $34.95
- Tracked Package (up to 30 kg): $24.95 - $64.95
Additional Fees
There may be additional fees for services such as:
- Insurance: 5% of the value of the item, up to a maximum of $100
- Signature upon delivery: $2.50
- Delivery to a post office box: $2.50
- Delivery to a rural area: $2.50
Tips and Reminders
- Make sure to affix the correct postage and address your mail correctly to ensure timely delivery.
- Use a trackable service if you need to track your mail.
- Consider using a courier service if you need faster and more reliable delivery.
- Check the Canada Post website for any service disruptions or changes to domestic mail rates.