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title: "Canada Post"
url: "https://www.shipstation.com/integration/canada-post/"
type: "ss_integration"
modified: "2026-11-10T09:17:28-06:00"
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Why Canada Post users choose ShipStation
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    ### One home for every order

Pull orders from your stores and marketplaces into one dashboard, then ship Canada Post without splitting work across separate tools. ShipStation supports 200+ store and marketplace integrations, so your team works from one organized queue.

   ### Use the account that fits

ShipStation supports both Canada Post Commercial and Solutions for Small Business accounts. That gives you a clear path whether you already ship at volume or you’re growing into a more advanced Canada Post workflow.

   ### Keep manifesting under control

Commercial accounts need daily manifests, and ShipStation keeps that work inside your shipping flow. Create outbound manifests directly in ShipStation, then bring the printed copy when you hand shipments to Canada Post.

   ### Stay ready for service shifts

Canada Post doesn’t have to be your only option. ShipStation gives you access to 200+ carrier integrations, so if service changes disrupt your plan, your team can keep orders moving from the same dashboard.

Move beyond basic shipping tools with ShipStation
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    ### International Shipping

Confidently ship globally with prepaid duties and taxes, customs forms, and more.

 [ Learn more ](https://www.shipstation.com/fulfillment/shipping/international/)

   ### Rate Comparison

Find the cheapest, fastest, or best-value shipping option across parcel and freight.

 [ Learn more ](https://www.shipstation.com/fulfillment/shipping/rate-shopper/)

   ### Buy and Print Labels

Get exclusive discounts from UPS, USPS, FedEx, and more. Cut costs everywhere you ship.

 [ Learn more ](https://www.shipstation.com/fulfillment/shipping/print-labels/)

   ### Tracking

Keep customers informed with order updates at every step, reducing support calls.

 [ Learn more ](https://www.shipstation.com/fulfillment/shipping/tracking/)

   ### Fulfillment Automation

Batch, route, and print labels automatically for fast, seamless order fulfillment.

 [ Learn more ](https://www.shipstation.com/fulfillment/automation/)

   ### Returns and Exchanges

Turn returns into opportunities with a smooth, branded return process that fosters trust.

 [ Learn more ](https://www.shipstation.com/fulfillment/returns/)

How to

Setting up ShipStation and Canada Post
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**STEP 1**
Go to Account Settings. If your plan requires the Your Carriers add-on, ShipStation prompts you to enable it before you connect Canada Post.

**STEP 2**
Select Shipping, then choose Carriers from the sidebar. From there, click the Your Carrier Accounts tab to continue the connection flow.

**STEP 3**
Click Add Carrier, select Canada Post, and click Connect. This opens the Canada Post connection flow for your account.

**STEP 4**
Choose whether you have a Solutions for Small Business or Commercial account type. Have your Canada Post login credentials ready when you connect.

TESTIMONIAL

 Find the best rate for every shipment
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Compare rates, delivery speeds, and services side-by-side for every order that comes in from Shopify, and let ShipStation pick the best option—with up to 90% discounted rates across 200+ carriers.

 [Explore Rate Shopping](#)

    ### Rate shopper

Automatically select the best rate and service for every Shopify order, with no manual comparison.

   ### Bring your own rates

Compare your negotiated carrier rates alongside ShipStation rates to get the best price.

   ### LTL + freight

Quote and book LTL freight alongside parcel for bulk and wholesale Shopify orders.

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Award-winning technology and service
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FAQ

ShipStation Canada Post FAQ for setup, rates, pickups, and returns
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Frequently asked questions about setup, labels, rates, and returns

##### Do I still need to set up my own Canada Post account?

Yes, if you want to connect your own Canada Post carrier account. ShipStation supports both Commercial and Solutions for Small Business accounts, so you don’t need a Commercial contract to get started.

##### Does Canada Post pick up, or do I drop packages off?

Commercial accounts use a daily manifest workflow for outbound shipments. When you drop off those shipments, give the printed manifest to the Canada Post driver or counter staff.

##### Can I use ShipStation's Canada Post rates instead of my own contract?

Yes. Canada Post from ShipStation supports shipments originating in Canada, so you can use Canada Post services through ShipStation instead of connecting your own account. To create labels that way, ShipStation Carriers must be activated and your account needs a positive balance.

##### Does ShipStation schedule Canada Post pickups automatically?

No. ShipStation’s Canada Post setup guidance doesn’t include automatic pickup scheduling. It does support the manifest workflow Commercial accounts use when handing shipments to a driver or counter staff.

##### How do I check whether Canada Post appears for a DDP shipment?

Enter the full international shipment details and browse rates in ShipStation. Rate visibility follows the services available for that shipment, and Canada Post international shipments also require a valid recipient phone number.

##### How do I add Canada Post as a carrier in my account?

Follow these steps in ShipStation:

- Go to Account Settings
- Select Shipping, then Carriers
- Open Your Carrier Accounts
- Click Add Carrier and choose Canada Post
- Select your account type and connect

##### Can I use Canada Post for returns?

Yes. ShipStation supports Canada Post return labels for domestic services. If you’re using your own Canada Post account, return-label availability differs by account type, while Canada Post from ShipStation supports domestic return labels.

##### If Canada Post is on strike, how do I switch to another carrier quickly?

Keep your orders in ShipStation and browse rates from your other connected carriers instead of moving work into a different tool. Because labels, automation, and order management stay in one place, your team can change carriers without rebuilding the whole workflow.

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