Canpar delivery times overview

Canpar Delivery Times at a Glance

Canpar runs three services within Canada, so "how long does Canpar take" depends on which one you book. Express takes 1 to 2 business days, Select 1 to 3 and Ground 1 to 4. Canpar bases those ranges on major city centres and says transit days vary with the origin and destination, so treat the numbers here as a guide, not a substitute for checking your own route.

1 to 4 days Canpar Ground in Canada
9 am to 5 pm business deliveries
7 pm latest residential delivery

Source: Canpar Express Service Guide 2026, effective 16 Oct 2026

How long Canpar takes to deliver

How Long Does Canpar Take to Deliver?

Within Canada, Express is the fastest at 1 to 2 business days, Select takes 1 to 3 and Ground 1 to 4. These ranges are based on shipments between major city centres, so the actual number of days varies with where your parcel starts and where it is going. Our Canpar Services guide explains which one fits your shipment.

If the date matters, choose Select or Express: both come with Canpar's money-back guarantee, which refunds the transportation charges if the shipment arrives late. Ground has no guarantee, so it suits shipments where a day either way is not a problem. When a parcel has to arrive by a set time, the 10AM and Noon options are available on certain Express services and destinations.

U.S. Ground reaches anywhere in the continental U.S. Allow extra time for customs clearance on any shipment leaving Canada, and see our Canpar Customs & Duties guide for what it involves. For a delivery estimate on your own shipment, check Secureship.

Source: Canpar Express Service Guide 2026, effective 16 Oct 2026

Canpar weekend delivery

Does Canpar Deliver on Weekends?

Not as standard. Canpar delivers Monday to Friday, though weekend deliveries can happen during peak season. If you need a package to arrive on a Saturday, Canpar offers Saturday delivery as a paid, guaranteed option: it arrives by end of day Saturday on certain services to select destinations. Mark it on the waybill when the package is picked up. The fee is in our Canpar Surcharges guide.

Mon to Fri standard deliveries
Saturday paid option, select destinations
Sunday not listed

Canpar does not list a Sunday delivery service. Saturday delivery is set by destination rather than offered everywhere, so confirm it is available for your address when you book. Canpar's FAQs cover weekend deliveries too.

Source: Canpar Express Service Guide 2026, effective 16 Oct 2026

Canpar delivery hours by service

Canpar Delivery Hours by Service

"What time does Canpar deliver" depends on the address and on whether you paid for a timed option. Within Canada, here is how they compare:

Service or optionDelivered byMoney-back guarantee
Canpar Ground9 am to 5 pm to businesses, as late as 7 pm to homesNo
Canpar Select9 am to 5 pm to businesses, as late as 7 pm to homesYes, money-back
Canpar Express9 am to 5 pm to businesses, as late as 7 pm to homesYes, money-back
10AM optionBy 10 a.m. on the day of delivery, select destinationsYes, money-back
Noon optionBy noon the next business day, select destinationsYes, money-back
Saturday optionBy end of day Saturday, select destinationsYes, money-back

Canpar delivers between 9 am and 5 pm to businesses and up to 7 pm to homes, and can't narrow that window. If you need a package by a set time, choose the 10AM or Noon option. The fees are in our Canpar Surcharges guide.

If a Select, Express or timed shipment within Canada arrives late, Canpar refunds or credits the transportation charges. To qualify, report it in writing within 15 calendar days, keep each package at 75 lb or less, and print the label from an automated shipping system. The guarantee doesn't cover manual waybills, PO box addresses, packages with an Extra Care charge, or shipments worth more than $5,000. The full conditions are in Canpar's Terms of Service.

Source: Canpar Express Terms of Service, effective 9 Jul 2026

Canpar holidays and peak season

Holidays and Peak Season

Canpar is closed on statutory holidays, and some closures apply only in certain provinces, so a regional holiday can still slow a package travelling through that area. Check Canpar's holiday schedule for this year's dates before a long weekend.

Around Christmas, plan ahead. Canpar suspends its service guarantees for several weeks over the holidays and publishes suggested ship-by dates for each region, with the longest routes needing the earliest dates. Demand surcharges can also apply when volumes are high, as our Canpar Surcharges guide explains.

Source: Canpar Express, holiday schedule, fetched 30 Oct 2026

Check Canpar delivery time for your route

Check the Real Delivery Time for Your Route

The delivery times above are general estimates, not a promise for your specific shipment. The exact transit time depends on your origin, destination and service, and you can find your estimate on Secureship, alongside what the shipment will cost, before you book.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Canpar Delivery Times

Does Canpar deliver on Sunday?

No. Canpar does not list Sunday delivery anywhere in its service guide, terms or FAQs. Its standard deliveries run Monday to Friday, with a paid Saturday option for certain services and select destinations. If you need a package by the weekend, see weekend delivery above.


Does Canpar deliver after 5 pm?

To homes, it can. Canpar states that business deliveries are made between 9 am and 5 pm, and residential deliveries as late as 7 pm. It also says it cannot give a smaller delivery window than that. Follow your package with Canpar's tracking tool on the day it is out for delivery.


How many times will Canpar try to deliver?

It depends on the address. Canpar makes one attempt at a residential address, after which the package goes to a secure location in your neighbourhood for pickup. A commercial address gets up to two attempts. You can ask for another delivery attempt by calling Canpar at 1-800-387-9335, but Canpar charges the receiver a fee for it, paid by Visa or Mastercard over the phone. The fee is listed in our Canpar Surcharges guide.


Can Canpar leave a package at my door?

Sometimes. You can leave a signed note on your front door telling the driver where to leave the package, and Canpar calls this its Safe Drop process, at the driver's discretion. Some packages still need a signature in person. Canpar will not leave packages unattended in apartment buildings or condominiums, even with authorization, and its drivers do not call ahead. The details are in Canpar's FAQs.


Does Canpar deliver on holidays?

No. Canpar closes on statutory holidays, and some closures apply only in certain provinces. Over the Christmas peak it also suspends its service guarantees for several weeks and publishes suggested ship-by dates by region. The current dates are on Canpar's holiday schedule.


How long does Canpar Ground take?

Canpar lists Ground at 1 to 4 business days across Canada, based on major city centres, and says transit days vary with the origin and destination. Ground is not covered by Canpar's money-back guarantee. For your exact lane, use Canpar's Transit Time tool, or compare delivery times and prices on Secureship.


Sources

All delivery commitments on this page are sourced from official Canpar documentation. Actual transit times vary by lane. Last updated: October 30, 2026.