Mail box key canada post

A common question!

In Canada, Canada Post provides a mailbox key to customers who rent a mailbox or a post office box (PO Box) from them. The key is used to access the mailbox or PO Box to collect mail and packages.

Here are some details about mailbox keys from Canada Post:

  1. Key availability: You can obtain a mailbox key from your local post office or by contacting Canada Post's customer service.
  2. Key types: There are two types of keys: a standard key and a restricted key. The standard key is used for most PO Boxes, while the restricted key is used for high-security PO Boxes.
  3. Key replacement: If you lose your mailbox key, you can replace it by visiting your local post office or contacting Canada Post's customer service. There may be a fee for replacing the key.
  4. Key usage: The mailbox key is only for accessing your designated PO Box or mailbox. It is not transferable to another person or PO Box.
  5. Security: Canada Post recommends keeping your mailbox key in a safe and secure location to prevent unauthorized access to your mail and packages.

To obtain a mailbox key from Canada Post, you can:

  1. Visit your local post office and ask for a mailbox key.
  2. Contact Canada Post's customer service at 1-866-607-6307 (toll-free) or www.canadapost.ca to request a key.
  3. Fill out the "Request for Mailbox Key" form, which can be found on the Canada Post website or at your local post office.

Remember to always keep your mailbox key secure and only use it to access your designated PO Box or mailbox.