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Letters & Documents

Where in the world are you sending that letter to? Whether it is within Canada, to the United States or internationally, Canada Post has a delivery service to get the job done.

Letter & document services to meet your needs

Regardless of the final destination, there are always two crucial factors to consider when sending a letter or document:

  • Time sensitivity of your letter - does it need to get there in a rush?
  • Is it an important document that requires additional options such as signature upon receipt, or tracking?

Based on your preferences & destination, Canada Post has a service that will meet your needs.

When will it arrive and how much will it cost?

Once you determine the importance of speed and the additional options that you require for your letter or document, you'll be ready to choose a delivery service that suits your needs.
Basic rates for standard and other letters are listed below. Or, to compare all services available to you, use our Find a Rate tool. You can also consult the Delivery Standards Guide to calculate the maximum time it will take for your letter or document to arrive (depending on which delivery service you choose).

Below are basic postage rates for Standard and Other Letters as of February 23, 2009.

Standard Letter Canada U.S.A. International
Up to 30 g $0.54 $0.98 $1.65
Over 30 g up to 50 g $0.98 $1.18 $2.36
Other Letter Canada U.S.A. International
Up to 100 g $1.18 $1.96 $3.90
Over 100 g up to 200 g $1.96 $3.40 $6.80
Over 200 g up to 500 g $2.75 $6.80 $13.60

Running late? In a panic?
Some letters & documents are time-sensitive and need to arrive within a guaranteed timeframe. Other items might be too important to send via regular mail; you may need to have a signature upon receipt, or have the ability to track the item. If so, then our Priority™ Next A.M., Priority™ Worldwide, and line of Xpresspost™ services are for you!
For detailed pricing & options for our express services, use our Find a Rate tool.

2009 Holiday Season Suggested Mailing Dates

Send your holiday gifts and greetings with any of Canada Post’s suite of services this season.