Service Guide
Canada Post Shipping Services
A complete guide to every Canada Post service — delivery times, tracking availability, and what to expect.
Quick Comparison
| Service | Delivery | Tracking | Domestic | International |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Priority | Next business day | Yes | Yes | No |
| Xpresspost | 1–2 business days | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Expedited Parcel | 2–5 business days | Yes | Yes | No |
| Regular Parcel | 4–9 business days | Yes | Yes | No |
| Tracked Packet | 2–9 business days | Yes | No | Yes |
| International Parcel | 4–20+ business days | Yes | No | Yes |
| Small Packet | Varies | No | No | Yes |
| Lettermail | 1–9 business days | No | Yes | Yes |
Service Details
Canada Post's fastest domestic service. Guaranteed next-business-day delivery to most Canadian addresses. Includes pickup option and real-time tracking.
- Next-business-day guaranteed delivery
- Real-time tracking
- Signature on delivery option
- Up to 30 kg
- Saturday delivery in select areas
Tracking format: ABC 123 456 789 CA
Fast, reliable service with guaranteed delivery in 1 to 2 business days within Canada. Also available for international shipping to the USA and select countries.
- 1–2 business days delivery
- Real-time tracking
- Delivery confirmation
- Available domestically and to USA
- Up to 30 kg
Tracking format: ABC 123 456 789 CA
The best balance of speed and value for businesses and individuals shipping within Canada. Includes tracking and delivery confirmation.
- 2–5 business days delivery
- Real-time tracking
- Delivery confirmation
- Business discount available
- Up to 30 kg
Tracking format: 1234 5678 9012 3456
Economy domestic shipping for non-urgent parcels. Delivery times are longer but the cost is lower — ideal for non-time-sensitive shipments across Canada.
- 4–9 business days delivery
- Tracking included
- Cost-effective option
- Up to 30 kg
- Canada only
Tracking format: 1234 5678 9012 3456
An affordable tracked option for lightweight international shipments to the USA and other countries. Perfect for small goods, documents, and e-commerce orders.
- Tracking included
- Available to USA and international
- Up to 2 kg
- Affordable rates
- Delivery confirmation
Tracking format: AA 123 456 789 CA
Send packages to over 190 countries and territories worldwide through Canada Post's international network. Tracking may vary by destination country.
- 190+ destination countries
- Tracking to destination
- Surface and air options
- Up to 30 kg
- Customs forms included
Tracking format: AA 123 456 789 CA
Low-cost option for sending small, lightweight items internationally. Basic tracking may not be available in all cases — check at time of shipping.
- Most affordable international option
- USA and international
- Up to 2 kg
- Limited tracking
- Air and surface options
Tracking format: Varies by option
Standard mail delivery for letters, bills, cards, and flat documents. No tracking is available for Lettermail. Delivery times depend on destination within Canada.
- Letters and flat documents
- Most affordable domestic option
- No tracking
- Up to 500 g
- Domestic and international
Tracking format: No tracking
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Track a Package NowHow to Track Any Canada Post Service
All trackable Canada Post services — including Priority, Xpresspost, Expedited Parcel, Regular Parcel, and Tracked Packet — can be tracked using the tracking number printed on your shipping receipt or label. Enter the number in the search box on our home page to see instant delivery updates.
Services such as Lettermail and basic Small Packet do not include tracking. If you require delivery confirmation, choose a service that explicitly includes tracking when shipping your item.