How to Ship to the US from Canada: A Step-by-Step Guide for E-Commerce Merchants
As of August 29, 2025, the U.S. suspended duty-free de minimis treatment for low-value imports from all countries, including Canada. Low-value shipments no longer bypass customs treatment just because they are under US$800. Non-postal shipments now require an appropriate customs entry, and if you want CUSMA/USMCA preference, the importer must make the claim using an […]
Cross-Border Shipping from Canada to the US: What Changed in 2025 and What to Do About It
If you’re a Canadian e-commerce business shipping to the US, the rules changed in 2025. Not gradually. Overnight. On August 29, 2025, the US eliminated the de minimis exemption, which used to let shipments under $800 USD bypass customs treatment entirely. That exemption covered the vast majority of e-commerce shipments crossing the border. According to […]
How to Benchmark Canada Post vs UPS vs FedEx vs Local Carriers’ Rates in 2026
Benchmarking carrier rates in 2026 requires analyzing far more than the advertised general rate increases (GRI). At Part n Parcel, we’ve helped 240+ Canadian businesses in our closed network navigate carrier pricing. The headline GRI figures tell only a fraction of the story. The real cost impact comes from surcharge restructuring, zone realignments, minimum charge […]
How to Automate Carrier Selection Rules in ShipStation
ShipStation automation rules automatically assign the right carrier and service to each order based on criteria you define. When configured properly, these rules eliminate repetitive manual decisions, reduce shipping errors, and ensure consistent carrier selection across all orders.The setup process involves creating IF/THEN statements in ShipStation: if an order meets specific criteria (weight, destination, product […]
How to Reduce Shipping Costs for Canadian E-commerce Businesses in 2026
Canadian e-commerce businesses face some of the world’s highest shipping costs. Statistics Canada 2021 E-commerce Survey found that 39% of Canadian e-commerce businesses cite high shipping costs as their top challenge. With e-commerce sales reaching $45.1 billion in 2023 (Statistics Canada, 2024), even small shipping optimizations can dramatically impact your bottom line. The good news? […]
Holiday Shipping Deadlines 2025: Canada Post, FedEx, UPS, Purolator & More
Complete Canada Post holiday deadlines 2025 plus FedEx, UPS, Purolator, and Canpar. Know exactly when to ship for guaranteed Christmas delivery.
How to Negotiate Freight Rates With Shipping Companies in Canada Without Volume Commitments
Getting competitive freight rates without large shipping volumes requires different tactics than traditional negotiation. The most effective approach is joining a closed network or buying group that pools volume from multiple businesses, giving you access to enterprise rates through collective buying power. Beyond this, carriers respond to committed volume and operational consistency. Factors like payment […]