Shipping Labels (Canada Post)
SUMA initially partnered with Canada Post for a pre-paid label purchasing program to lower the cost of regulatory changes for shipping water samples. However, SUMA members can use these labels to ship just about anything that fits within the weight and size limits set by Canada Post, not just water samples.
SUMA is now sold out of 1.36 kg labels that were purchased under the previous lower fuel surcharge rate. We have a limited supply of 5 kg labels still available to purchase at the current pricing.
Please note: Canada Post has changed their calculation of dimensional weight, and local postal outlets are now suggesting that water samples need to be sent using the larger (five-kilogram) label, rather than the 1.36-kilogram size previously used. SUMA recommends members check with their local postal outlet to determine which service will ensure 48-hour delivery from time of sample collection
- Xpresspost typically takes one to two days depending on distance
Member Advantages
- Guaranteed delivery with tracking capability in the event of loss
- Price at time of purchase remains fixed, not affected by Canada Post increases
- Bulk purchasing by SUMA assures consistency in pricing
- Guaranteed same day shipping of orders from the SUMA office
- Labels can be used for shipping any items within the weight and cubing range indicated on the label
Xpresspost shipping labels come in packages of 25:
- Up to 1.36 kg Labels: $528.75 per package
- Over 1.37 kg to 5 kg Labels: $727.75 per package
Prices include shipping and handling, and are subject to GST. Pricing reflects Canada Post’s increasing fuel surcharge, which has increased to 42.9%, up from 18.5% in January 2026. The current surcharge rate is 50.5%, but a temporary relief program has reduced the surcharge for eligible domestic parcel services, including prepaid Xpresspost labels, between October 5, 2026 and January 3, 2027. Please note: The fuel surcharge rates are updated weekly; the rates included here are current as of October 8, 2026.
Shipping labels (PDF document)
Member Invoicing
Ordering labels and the invoicing will be done through SUMA.
Contact Information
Please scan your document and email to SUMA or phone at 306-525-3727.
