Are you heading to Canada? Do you have enough luggage that you’re dreading airport security even more than usual? Stasher is here, and we’ve got your back. Let us take care of your luggage for you.
Generally speaking, any thoughts of going to the airport with more than a carry-on are enough to induce stress. But what if you didn’t need to drag your luggage through the airport or risk losing it? What if you could limit it to a carry-on with only your daily essentials?
Stasher makes that a reality with our luggage shipping service. We take away all the stress and hassle that come with security, luggage, and outlandish airport fees. We pick up your luggage right from your front door and take it to your destination, all while charging reasonable fees and providing you with 24/7 updates.
About Canada
Canada offers everything. There are beautiful, natural mountains and lakes to visit, along with metropolitan cities full of places to shop and eat. There also are freezing cold and desert hot places for anyone looking to explore. Canada has the largest coastline of any country and boasts unique cities like:
- Vancouver
- Toronto
- Montreal
- Banff
- Whistler
If you plan to attend a university in Canada, McGill University and the University of British Columbia are great choices.
Reasons Customers Send Packages to Canada
- To send personal effects ahead for traveling
- To move to Canada for work
- To visit family or friends
- To send a gift to a loved one who lives in Canada
- To attend a university
It’s easy to send your luggage with Stasher. Our services encompass everything you could need for your trip. You could be preparing for a year of studying abroad, going on the vacation of your dreams, or traveling on business for your company. Whatever your reason for your travels might be, Stasher will take care of all your luggage for you.
Our services are affordable, easily beating out traditional couriers and international removals companies. Our weight allowance is generous at 66 lb/30 kg, with options to ship even heavier items, all while remaining affordable.
Ship Your Luggage Ahead
Once you see how convenient Stasher’s services are, you’ll never drag your luggage through the airport again. In addition to the typical items you would think to pack (clothes, personal care items, electronics, etc.), you can also send excess luggage, sporting equipment, and musical instruments with Stasher. Our services truly cover everything you could need.
Items You Might Not Think to Ship
Rental fees can be exorbitant, and Canada is one of the places where that will get you. Try visiting Whistler, Banff, or Lake Louise without wanting to ski, ride your bicycle, or go golfing. With Stasher’s pricing, you will save a ton of money shipping your own ski equipment, bicycle, or golf clubs. Think ahead, and ship what you might want to use. Don’t miss out or pay more than you need to!
Student Shipping
Tips for When You Ship
- Stay up-to-date with Canada’s quarantine regulations and customs information. COVID-19 might affect your shipment.
- Check reviews and ratings for different shipping companies.
- Get multiple shipping quotes and compare them.
- Check out shipping schedules to see which companies have the best times for you.
- Pack your items very carefully. Bubble wrap and newspaper are recommended to cushion fragile items.
Customs Information
If you ship anything to Canada, it must pass through customs with a declaration. It does not matter if your shipment contains personal items, things relating to business, or a gift for a loved one. It must pass through customs, or the item will be rejected. You will have to pay a fee to get your items back, and it will take time. So, stay on the safe side, and follow Canada’s customs laws.
Not every part of Canada is the same, though. If you are shipping to one of the following places, you must go through self-clearance. This means that the person receiving the package must take it to a Canadian Border Services Agency (CBSA) for approval for entry into the country. If shipping to one of these locations, ensure that a CBSA location is close enough to your recipient.
- Quebec
- Nova Scotia
- New Brunswick
- Manitoba
- Prince Edward Island
- Saskatchewan
- Alberta
- Newfoundland and Labrador
- The Northwest Territories of Yukon or Nunavut
Additionally, all packages sent to Canada must be claimed by the recipient and passed through customs no later than 40 days after arrival. Otherwise, the package will be considered “abandoned”, and it will become the property of the Canadian government. They will throw it away.
Generally speaking, items pass through customs in a timely manner. However, there are exceptions to everything, and customs is the only part of the shipping process that Stasher can’t control. Please check with Canada for their current quarantine requirements with COVID-19, as well as all other rules that could be applicable to you. By thoroughly researching customs, you will be able to avoid the vast majority of the headaches that come from not following customs properly.
What You Can’t Ship and What We Don’t Insure
While Stasher is proud to ship just about anything, there are some things we can’t ship due to international laws. While different countries have different requirements, some items are banned across the globe. These items include:
- Sprays (think Lysol)
- Products from animals (think Endangered Species Act)
- Money (cash or card)
- Anything Dangerous
- Anything Hazardous
- Liquids
- Medications
- Confidential documents (passports, ID, etc.)
- Food that will go bad (even if it doesn’t expire for a while!)
- Plants
Additionally, while we ship just about anything, we don’t insure everything. Anything that is not covered by our insurance may still be shipped, but it will be at your own risk. We strongly recommend cushioning fragile items with bubble wrap or newspaper to help prevent them from breaking.
Packaging
When packing in general, please use luggage that is in good condition and boxes that are either brand new or like new. If the integrity of a suitcase or box is in question, please don’t use it. We don’t cover packaging, and we’d hate to see you lose valuable items because a box fell apart or the zipper on a suitcase broke, spilling your personal belongings everywhere.
How to Send Your Luggage
Shipping with Stasher is super easy!
- Visit our website and click to get an instant quote. Use that quote to book your shipment.
- Print out the documents we send you and fill them out carefully.
- Attach the documents to your luggage.
- Take your luggage to your designated drop-off area.
- We will pick up your luggage and transport it to Canada for you, to your specified destination.
- Choose between email and text notifications to receive 24/7 updates on where your luggage is.
Shipping with Stasher is truly that simple. If you need help obtaining your quote or have any questions about the shipping process/customs, please reach out to us! We will be happy to assist you with whatever you might need.
Good luck with packing and happy travels!
