Delivering across Canada — from Vancouver to Halifax and beyond — brings unique challenges. Clear shipping options and a smooth checkout help shoppers buy with confidence.
Shipping options
Offer a mix of standard and expedited options with realistic delivery estimates. Rural and northern addresses may need different rates.
Show costs early
Display shipping costs and thresholds for free shipping on product and cart pages.
Taxes
Canadian sales taxes differ by province. Make sure your store calculates the correct sales tax for each destination.
Payment methods
Cards, digital wallets and Interac-based options are familiar to Canadian shoppers.
Cross-border considerations
If you ship to the US, explain duties and delivery times clearly.
FAQs
Can Shopify calculate provincial taxes?
Yes, with correct configuration.
Should we offer free shipping?
Free shipping thresholds can lift order values; test what works.
How do we handle returns?
Publish a clear returns policy with prepaid labels where possible.
