While there are plenty of retail websites that offer free shipping within Canada, it can be tricky to remember which ones they are and whether there are restrictions involved. And to make your purchases fit within your budget, you'll want to make sure you're shopping in the right place and not paying for shipping when you don't need to.
We've compiled an extensive list of Canadian retailers that won't charge you for shipping. You'll also find details on whether or not these retailers require a minimum order amount, plus any other restrictions involved.
After finding the best prices and referencing this list, we hope that your future online shopping experiences are painless and free of shipping charges.
Key Takeaways
- Many retail sites require a minimum purchase amount to receive free shipping.
- Some retailers only offer free shipping for its rewards program members.
- Costco has free shipping on most items, though it's cheaper to shop in the warehouse.
- Amazon has free shipping for orders of $35+ and for Prime members.
What to know about free shipping promotions
But before you start shopping at the stores below, there are a few restrictions you should know about with this common promotion.
- There will likely be a minimum spend: Most sites will have a minimum dollar amount you'll have to spend before you qualify for free shipping. Be careful not to fall into the trap of spending more just to save on shipping.
- Minimum spend is based on pre-tax amount: And when sites do have minimum spends, it's usually on the pre-tax amount, so you'll have to take that into consideration or be unpleasantly surprised once you hit the checkout screen.
- Usually only non-expedited, ground packages are eligible: Even if you hit the minimum spend requirement, you'll still need to pay extra if you opt for expedited shipping speed.
- Sometimes only applies to certain areas, often excluding the territories: Many sites will only offer free shipping to "urban" areas, and they often will exclude the territories completely.
- You may be required to sign up for a membership to unlock free shipping: Many stores have memberships which will include certain perks, like free shipping and early access to deals. Most of the time it will only take a few minutes to sign up, so it can definitely be worth taking the plunge.
- The minimum amount required or even the free shipping offer itself can end at any time: Stores reserve the right to change their free shipping policies at any point, so don't be surprised if your favourite deal disappears one day. I've noted these changes in the "Notes" column in the tables below.
- Often the shipping costs are just included in the price: Though getting free shipping feels much better than tagging on extra cash at the end, it's still important to know that often the shipping price is just included in the price tag. This is especially true for places like Costco, where it's cheaper to shop in the warehouse.
Stores with free shipping in Canada and NO minimum
Below is a list of Canadian stores that offer free shipping no matter how much you spend – because the only thing better than free shipping is getting free shipping no matter what.
| Store | Minimum spend required for free shipping | Notes | Store type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Store | $0 | X | Computer & Electronics |
| Apple | $0 | X | Computer & Electronics |
| Dell Canada | $0 | Only applies to PCs, electronics and accessories | Computer & Electronics |
| Beauty Sense | $0 | X | Health & beauty |
| Sephora Canada | $0 | Need free membership to qualify | Health & beauty |
| Clinique.ca | $0 | For Clinique Smart Rewards only | Health & beauty |
| Adidas | $0 | Need free membership to qualify | Clothing & accessories |
| Lululemon | $0 | X | Clothing & accessories |
| Canada Goose | $0 | X | Clothing & accessories |
| Stuart Weitzman | $0 | X | Clothing & accessories |
| Silver Jeans | $0 | X | Clothing & accessories |
| SoftMoc | $0 | "Qualifying orders" only, not sale merchandise | Shoes |
| Foot Locker Canada | $0 | Only available for FLX Rewards members | Shoes |
| Designer Shoe Warehouse | $0 | Only available for DSW VIP members | Shoes |
| The Shoe Company | $0 | Only available for Shoe VIP membes | Shoes |
| Journeys | $0 | Only available for Journeys ALL ACCESS members | Shoes |
| Bogs Footwear | $0 | Not available for sale items | Shoes |
| Shoe Freaks | $0 | X | Shoes |
| Zebra Blinds | $0 | Available for Ontario and Quebec addresses only | Home & garden |
| RugMan | $0 | X | Home & garden |
| Mabel's Labels | $0 | X | Specialty & other |
| Oliver's Labels | $0 | X | Specialty & other |
| Emily Press Labels | $0 | X | Specialty & other |
| CanaFlora | $0 | X | Specialty & other |
All prices have been verified as of November 14, 2024. Be sure to check retailer websites for the most up-to-date shipping prices.
Canadian stores with free shipping – by category
But there are way more stores out there that will offer you free shipping, as long as you meet a certain minimum. Most of the time, these minimums are pretty reasonable (though sometimes it can get pretty high).
And you have the 3rd scenario where a store may offer you free shipping, but only if you sign up for an account. Since accounts are free, this is an easy way to get free shipping at even more places.
- General merchandise
- Computer & electronics
- Health & beauty
- Clothing & accessories
- Shoes
- Home & garden
- Baby & kids
- Food & supplements
- Specialty & other
General merchandise
If you're looking for a store that can get you a little bit of everything, here are some options with free shipping:
| Store | Minimum spend required for free shipping | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Amazon | $35 | $0 on most items with Prime |
| Best Buy | $35 | X |
| Walmart | $35 | $25 if you pick up your order in-store |
| Costco | $35 for same-day, $75 for 2-day | Applies to most items (Items are often cheaper in the warehouse) |
| Staples | $35 | X |
| The Bay | $99 | $69 with a Hudson’s Bay Mastercard |
| Indigo | $35 | No minimum for Plum Plus members |
| Giant Tiger | $75 | X |
All prices have been verified as of November 14, 2024. Be sure to check retailer websites for the most up-to-date shipping prices.
Computer & electronics
Need a technology fix? It's actually pretty common to see free shipping – especially when looking at the bigger stores like Microsoft and Apple:
| Store | Minimum spend required for free shipping | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Store | $0 | X |
| Apple | $0 | X |
| Dell Canada | $0 | X |
| Henry's | $99 | Shipping to NT, NU, and YT is $14.95 for orders over $99 |
| 123Ink.ca | $49 | $19+ orders free with promo code |
| Bose Canada | $69 | X |
| Crutchfield | $35 | X |
| IT Factory.ca | $99 | X |
| Bay Bloor Radio | $99 | X |
| LG | $50 | X |
All prices have been verified as of November 14, 2024. Be sure to check retailer websites for the most up-to-date shipping prices.
Health & beauty
Whether you're looking for makeup or body lotion, you can get your beauty fix delivered right to your door for free from these suppliers:
| Store | Minimum spend required for free shipping | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Sephora Canada | $50 | $0 minimum for Beauty Insiders |
| Well.ca | $35 | X |
| Healthy Planet Canada | $59.99 | X |
| Kiehls Canada | $50 | X |
| Clinique.ca | $50 | X |
| Fendrihan | $60 | $100 minimum for NL |
| The Body Shop | $65 | X |
| L'Occitane | $49 | Occasional promos for lower minimum spend |
| Beauty Sense | $0 | X |
| Fruits & Passion | $50 | Possible exceptions based on weight, volume, and destination |
| Fabove.ca | $100 | X |
| Biotherm.ca | $49 | Does not apply to all products |
| Beauty Supply Outlet | $60 | X |
| MAC Cosmetics | $35 | X |
All prices have been verified as of November 14, 2024. Be sure to check retailer websites for the most up-to-date shipping prices.
Clothing & accessories
Want to spice up your wardrobe? Get free shipping for your new closet from these retailers:
| Store | Minimum spend required for free shipping | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| mec.ca | $50 | Exceptions may apply for oversized items or hazardous goods |
| GAP Canada | $50 | Only available for Core and Enthusiast members. Icon members get a $35 minimum |
| Old Navy Canada | $50 | Only available for Core and Enthusiast members. Icon members get a $35 minimum |
| Banana Republic | $50 | Only available for Core and Enthusiast members. Icon members get a $35 minimum |
| Aritzia | $50 | X |
| Adidas | $50 | $0 minimum for members |
| The Last Hunt | $200 | X |
| Under Armour | $75 | X |
| Dynamite | $60 | X |
| Roots | $70 | X |
| Lululemon | $0 | X |
| Puma | $75 | No shipping to the Territories |
| RW & Co | $120 | X |
| Club Monaco Canada | $150 | X |
| Canada Goose | $0 | X |
| Reitmans.com | $59 | X |
| JOEFRESH | $50 | X |
| Urban Planet | $80 | X |
| ARDENE | $60 | Required spend is lower for Ardene Rewards members |
| Vans Canada | $90 | X |
| YesStyle | $70 | X |
| Running Room | $50 | X |
| HoltRenfrew.com | $250 | X |
| La Vie En Rose | $75 | X |
| Harry Rosen | $250 | Required spend is $100 or less for Club Harry members |
| Bentley.com | $99 | X |
| Boathouse | $75 | X |
| Laura | $75 | X |
| Gravitypope.com | $300 | X |
| Bluenotes.com | $100 | X |
| Tip Top Tailors | $99 | X |
| Tentree | $100 | X |
| Melanie Lyne | $75 | X |
| Merrell | $99 | X |
| Swimco | $99 | X |
| Bench | $99 | X |
| Less 17 | $200 | X |
| Garage Clothing | $60 | X |
| Wordans | $139 | X |
| Billabong Canada | $99 | Available for members only |
| Stuart Weitzman | $0 | X |
| Eclipse | $75 | X |
| Warehouse One | $99 | X |
| TOMS | $79 | X |
| West 49 | $100 | X |
| Scrubs Canada | $125 | X |
| Northern Reflections | $75 | X |
| PointZero | $150 | X |
| Volcom Canada | $99 | X |
| Underground Clothing | $125 | X |
| Silver Jeans | $0 | X |
| Parasuco Jeans | $99 | X |
| Fifth Avenue Collections | $100 | X |
| Key-Lime Apparel | $100 | X |
| Pump Underwear | $110 | X |
| SportChek | $99 | $50 minimum if you're a Triangle Select member |
| Uniqlo | $99.90 | X |
| H&M | $40 | For H&M members |
All prices have been verified as of November 14, 2024. Be sure to check retailer websites for the most up-to-date shipping prices.
Shoes
Getting free shipping (and making sure there are free returns too) can really help out when shoe shopping with these stores:
| Store | Minimum spend required for free shipping | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Foot Locker Canada | $0 | Only available for FLX Rewards members |
| SoftMoc | $0 | X |
| Designer Shoe Warehouse | $80 | $0 minimum for DSW VIP Members |
| The Shoe Company | $80 | $0 minimum for Shoe VIP Reward Members |
| Aldo | $50 | Only available for Crew & Plus members. $10 minimum for VIP |
| Browns Shoes | $27.95 | X |
| Little Burgundy | $0 | Free shipping when joining LB club |
| CallItSpring.com | $75 | X |
| Globo | $75 | X |
| Steve Madden Canada | $100 | X |
| Getoutside | $99.99 | Only available for orders in Ontario and Quebec |
| Crocs Canada | $59.99 | X |
| Journeys | $0 | Free for Journeys ALL ACCESS members |
| Manitobah Mukluks | $100 | X |
| Hunter | $100 | X |
| Walking On A Cloud | $100 | X |
| Ecco | $150 | X |
| Bogs Footwear | $0 | Only for full-priced merchandise |
| Hush Puppies | $50 | X |
| Quarks | $70 | Free shipping not available for those in the Canadian territories |
| Canadian Footwear | $90 | X |
| Nine West Canada | $100 | X |
| FitFlop | $199 | X |
| Shoe Freaks | $0 | X |
| Baggins Shoes | $125 | X |
| Bridal Shoes Canada | $149 | X |
| Becker Shoes Canada | $100 | X |
| Factory Shoe | $50 | X |
All prices have been verified as of November 14, 2024. Be sure to check retailer websites for the most up-to-date shipping prices.
Home & garden
Need some furniture or home decor? Here are some stores for Canadians that offer free shipping:
| Store | Minimum spend required for free shipping | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Rona | $49 | X |
| Kitchen Stuff Plus | $75 | X |
| Pool Supplies Canada | $199 | X |
| Zebra Blinds | $0 | X |
| RugMan | $0 | X |
| Home Depot Canada | $35 | X |
| Home Hardware | $99 | X |
| Stokes | $69 | X |
| Lee Valley | $50 | X |
| Bed Bath & Beyond | $60 | X |
All prices have been verified as of November 14, 2024. Be sure to check retailer websites for the most up-to-date shipping prices.
Baby & kids
Getting a good deal on baby and kids clothes is always a smart idea, so be sure to shop with these retailers and take advantage of free shipping:
| Store | Minimum spend required for free shipping | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Toys ‘R Us | $49 | X |
| Carter's Canada | $50 | X |
| Children's Place | $50 | X |
| West Coast Kids | $99 | X |
| Hatley | $75 | X |
| Kimmy Shop | $75 | X |
| Tiny Shoes | $150 | X |
| Kolkid | $125 | * $125 for Ontario & Quebec * $150 for BC, AB, MB, SK, and Atlantic |
| Little Canadian | $49 | X |
All prices have been verified as of November 14, 2024. Be sure to check retailer websites for the most up-to-date shipping prices.
Food & supplements
Get free shipping while buying coffee, tea, and protein powder online:
| Store | Minimum spend required for free shipping | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Soda Stream | $69.99 | X |
| David's Tea | $75 | X |
| Supplements Canada | $149 | X |
| WineOnline.ca | $179 | 12-bottle orders also free |
| Singlecup.ca | $49.99 - $79.99 | Varies by province |
| Natural Vitamin Direct | $125 | X |
| U-RAAW | $125 | X |
| Ambrosia | $99 | X |
| Supplement Source | $99 | X |
All prices have been verified as of November 14, 2024. Be sure to check retailer websites for the most up-to-date shipping prices.
Specialty & other
And here's a list of stores with free shipping that didn't fit in the other categories:
| Store | Minimum spend required for free shipping | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Indigo.ca | $35 | Free for Plum Plus members |
| Revco | $99 | X |
| TVape | $100 | X |
| 180 Smoke | $55 | Was $49 |
| Posterjack | $150 | X |
| Pet Valu | $49 | X |
| PetSmart | $49 | Only available with a Treats membership |
| Vaporizers | $100 | X |
| Mabel's Labels | $0 | X |
| Oya Costumes | $69.95 | X |
| Oliver's Labels | $0 | X |
| 1-800 Drywall | $1,000 - $3,000 | Free shipping minimum varies by province |
| Emily Press Labels | $0 | X |
| CanaFlora | $0 | X |
| BBCCanadaShop | $100 | X |
| YETI | $50 | X |
| L.L. Bean | $75 | X |
All prices have been verified as of November 14, 2024. Be sure to check retailer websites for the most up-to-date shipping prices.
A closer look at some top stores with free shipping in Canada
Let's take a closer look at a few of the top Canadian stores with free shipping.
Amazon free shipping
You can get free shipping at Amazon for orders over $35 and can slash the minimum completely if you have an Amazon Prime subscription – which costs $9.99 per month right now.
The website says that Prime members can also enjoy same-day, 1-day, and 2-day delivery for free on "millions of items" to most Canadian locations.
Finally, new customers can get free shipping with no minimum purchase on their very first order from Amazon.
Finer details of Amazon free shipping…
The important thing to note is that it’s usually items from 3rd-party sellers that won’t qualify for free shipping. Or at least not the speedier version of free shipping.
For free 1-day or 2-day shipping, your items will have to be marked as eligible, and you’ll see this on the product page. All items fulfilled by Amazon are eligible, but 3rd-party sellers may or may not offer this service.
If you’re a Prime member living in a more rural area that doesn’t qualify for speedier shipping, Amazon will provide free standard shipping instead.
Plus, larger items like treadmills, furniture, etc., are sent with free standard shipping for Prime members too. And so are any Amazon-fulfilled items labelled as hazardous materials.
Sephora free shipping
For guests, Sephora free shipping starts at a $50 minimum spend.
If you want to skip the minimum purchase, you can join the Beauty Insiders program for free, which now gives you free shipping on every order, regardless of price.
This is a welcome change to the policy, which used to hide free shipping behind limited-time deals. Now Sephora free shipping deals feel much more permanent.
SportChek free shipping
You can get free shipping on Sportchek orders when you spend $99 or more. They don’t currently offer expedited shipping, but you can check availability in your area to see if DoorDash is an option.
Same-day/next-day delivery through DoorDash isn’t free, of course (it’s $9.99), but it’s still very convenient.
It’s also important to note that if you do opt for same-day or next-day delivery and then later return your order, the delivery fee will not be refunded.
FAQ
Does Ikea have free shipping in Canada?
Ikea does occasionally offer promotions and/or limited-time offers for free shipping, but it isn't a standard offer. Still, its regular shipping costs are quite reasonable, ranging from $9.99 to a max of $39.
How can I get free shipping at Sephora?
As a "guest," you can get free shipping on Sephora products if you spend at least $50. If you sign up for the Beauty Insider program (which is free to join), you'll get free shipping on all orders.
Does Sportchek have free shipping in Canada?
Yes, it's free on orders of $99+, or $50+ if you're a Triangle Select member. Using a Triangle Mastercard also earns free shipping from Sportchek – and also reimburses shipping for up to 5 online orders from Canadian Tire.
How do I get free shipping at Amazon?
Amazon Prime members get free same-day, 1-day, or 2-day shipping on eligible items, while all other shoppers get free shipping on eligible purchases of $35 or more. Most ineligible purchases are from third-party marketplace sellers.
If I place an online order, will Bath and Body Works Canada offer free shipping?
If you sign up for Bath and Body Works Canada’s email sign-up, you'll receive free shipping on all orders of $50 or more. Otherwise, Bath and Body Works does occasionally offer promos where free shipping is available for everyone.
Does Walmart offer free shipping in Canada?
Purchases of $35 or more will be shipped for free from Walmart, excluding grocery orders. Alternatively, orders of $25 or more can be shipped to and picked up at a local Walmart location for free.
Does Canadian Tire have free shipping?
No, Canadian Tire doesn't offer free shipping at this time. However, if you use a Triangle Mastercard to pay for your order, you can get shipping fees reimbursed for up to 5 orders from Canadiantire.ca.
What is Canada Post free shipping Tuesdays?
Every once in a while, Canada Post hosts Free Shipping Tuesdays where members of their Canada Post Solutions for Small Business program can send one parcel for free anywhere within Canada and one to the USA.
How can I get free shipping on Etsy?
The individual sellers determine shipping costs on Etsy, and not all of them offer it for free. You can, though, set a filter so your search results only show items that come with free shipping.
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Comments
Hi Jo,
Thanks for your input! I've updated the article accordingly.
It's unfortunate that your shipping experience has been getting worse – as we rely more and more on it, you'd think they'd dedicate more manpower to it. My personal experience with Amazon Prime has been the same as you recently, but when I lived in Toronto it was a lot better. Lots of focus put on big cities it seems.
Thanks for writing in, Dave!
Yes, there are certain regions where getting free shipping is particularly difficult. It isn't really feasible to track it to that level of detail though.
The good news is that people who live in expensive shipping destinations already know that and will expect to pay extra for shipping. It's still a good starting point to try out a new store that offers free shipping and see if you qualify from a remote area :)
Indeed this is true. Fundamentally I would say it is true of all stores - there is no such thing as free shipping. But, it is nice to know how much you will actually be paying before you get to the checkout. It allows for better decision making.
Last I checked Canadian Tire doesn't currently ship to home addresses. They will let you reserve stuff in store and possibly ship to a local store if they don't stock at a local store though.