School Specialty Canada Shipping Policy

The item numbers and legend information in our catalogs can be used to determine the method of shipment. Items that begin with a 6 ship via freight. Items that begin with a 5 or 9 ship via parcel. In addition, some items include alpha codes that indicate special shipping & handling requirements. Orders containing a mixture of items will be subject to applicable shipping and handling charges.

We reserve the right to determine the method used to fulfill your order and special orders may incur additional shipping and handling fees. Within the various provinces in Canada, there are many remote delivery locations, which can also incur additional extended area surcharges. Additional delivery service fees can include, but are not limited to, “inside delivery,” “lift gate,” and “hazardous material delivery.” Individual items that exceed shipping size restrictions may be subject to additional fees.

Standard Shipping Policy

The minimum shipping & handling charge is $20 CAD. Shipping rates vary by Province or Territory and are subject to change without notice at the sole discretion of School Specialty Canada.

*Note: Individually negotiated shipping policies will override the standard shipping policy. Click here for full details.

Alpha Codes

Some items are noted with alpha codes and have the following shipping & handling requirements:

Alpha Code Legend:

N = Non-discountable.
H = Hazardous: Contains hazardous material, will incur additional charge.
L = Live Material Coupon: Pre-paid coupon that must be redeemed to receive materials, additional charges apply.

Living Materials

We currently do not ship living materials in Canada.

Hazardous Materials

We currently do not ship hazardous materials in Canada.

Restrictions on Sale of Chemicals

We currently do not ship chemicals in Canada.

Special Delivery Requests

Call Customer Care for a quote: 1-866-519-2816

Remote Locations Requiring Air Freight

Call Customer Care for a quote: 1-866-519-2816

Delivery times and methods vary based on location, time of year, and order.