A lot of services have been given by the Canada Post. “Canada Post Prepaid Envelope” is one of those services. This is the easiest way to send the parcels within Canada, the U.S, and any international destination. Canada Post prepaid envelopes vary in size and format to ship within Canada, the U.S, and other international destinations. This service of Canada Post includes the on-time delivery guarantee. You will get the delivery confirmation and will be able to track your parcel online. There is also coverage of up to $100 for the shipments that have been sent to the Canada and U.S. in case of loss or any damage.
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Does Flat Rate Envelope Canada Post Require Signature On Delivery?
Canada Post consists of two types of Flat Rate Envelopes.
- Priority Flat Rate Envelopes: There is an option box on the envelope and you would have to check that option box to make sure the signature option is available. There is no extra charge for the signature option.
- Xpresspost Flat Rate Envelopes: You would have to buy signature stickers for the items that are to be shipped within Canada. For the U.S and other international shipments, a signature will be automatically captured.
Types of Canada Post Prepaid Envelope:
There are several types of Canada Post Prepaid Envelopes. Sizes of Canada Post Prepaid Envelopes also vary which has been described below in detail.
- Canada Post Priority Prepaid Envelopes (Canada):
Delivery time for the shipments by prepaid envelopes within Canada is the next day for the local destinations. For the regional and national shipments, delivery time may vary. You can see the size and weight of the envelopes in the given table below.
| Type | Zone | Size | Max Weight | Max thickness |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Letter | Regional | 318 mm x 241 mm (12 1⁄2 in. x 9 1⁄2 in.) | 500 g (1.1 lb.) | 15 mm |
| Letter | National | 318 mm x 241 mm (12 1⁄2 in. x 9 1⁄2 in.) | 500 g (1.1 lb.) | 15 mm |
| Pack | Regional | 390 mm x 295 mm (15 5⁄16 in. x 11 5⁄8 in.) | 1 kg (2.2 lb.) | 30 mm |
| Pack | National | 394 mm x 314 mm (15 1⁄2 in. x 12 3⁄8 in.) | 1 kg (2.2 lb.) | 30 mm |
2. Canada Post Xpresspost Prepaid Envelopes (Canada):
Delivery time for the shipments by prepaid envelopes within Canada is the next day for the local destinations. For the regional and national shipments, delivery time may vary. For the national shipment, it can take up to 2 days. You can see the size and weight of the envelopes in the given table below.
| Type | Zone | Size | Max Weight | Max Thickness |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard | Regional | 260 mm x 159 mm (10 1⁄4 in. x 6 1⁄4 in.) | 500 g (1.1 lb.) | 15 mm |
| Standard | National | 260 mm x 159 mm (10 1⁄4 in. x 6 1⁄4 in.) | 500 g (1.1 lb.) | 15 mm |
| Letter | Regional | 318 mm x 241 mm (12 1⁄2 in. x 9 1⁄2 in.) | 500 g (1.1 lb.) | 15 mm |
| Letter | National | 318 mm x 241 mm (12 1⁄2 in. x 9 1⁄2 in.) | 500 g (1.1 lb.) | 15 mm |
| Pack | Regional | 394 mm x 314 mm (15 1⁄2 in. x 12 3⁄8 in.) | 1 kg (2.2 lb.) | 30 mm |
| Pack | National | 394 mm x 314 mm (15 1⁄2 in. x 12 3⁄8 in.) | 1 kg (2.2 lb.) | 30 mm |
Canada Post Xpresspost Prepaid Envelopes (Bubble)
Delivery time for the shipments by prepaid envelopes within Canada is the next day for the local destinations. For the regional and national shipments, delivery time may vary. For the national shipment, it can take up to 2 days. You can see the size and weight of the envelopes in the given table below. You can check all the details below in this post.
| Type | Zone | Size | Max Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard | Regional | 247 mm x 190 mm (9 3⁄4 in. x 7 1⁄2 in.) | (9 3⁄4 in. x 7 1⁄2 in.) 500 g (1.1 lb.) |
| Standard | National | 247 mm x 190 mm (9 3⁄4 in. x 7 1⁄2 in.) | (9 3⁄4 in. x 7 1⁄2 in.) 500 g (1.1 lb.) |
| Pack | Regional | 400 mm x 292 mm (15 3⁄4 in. x 11 1⁄2 in.) | 1.36 kg (2.9 lb.) |
| Pack | National | 400 mm x 292 mm (15 3⁄4 in. x 11 1⁄2 in.) | 1.36 kg (2.9 lb.) |
Canada Post Xpresspost USA Prepaid Envelopes
Delivery time for the shipments by Canada Post Xpresspost USA Prepaid Envelopes is different than Canada Post Xpresspost Prepaid Envelopes within Canada. Xpresspost USA Prepaid envelopes take 2.3 days to reach their destination.
Size for letter : 318 mm x 241 mm
(12 1⁄2 in. x 9 1⁄2 in.)
Canada Post Prepaid Envelope International
It takes 4-7 business days to reach the shipment to its international destination.
Size for letter: 380 mm x 240 mm
(15 in. x 9 7⁄16 in.)
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