Planning on shipping to the U.S.? 2025 has seen many changes in cross-border shipping, requiring individuals and small business owners to adjust. New requirements on duties, documents, food, and more are now in place for all shipments destined for the U.S., regardless of whether the recipient is a business or a person, due to a … Continued
Are you shipping gifts to loved ones who live far away this holiday season? For your convenience, here are some important UPS shipping deadlines for you to plan around, in order to get your gifts there in time for Christmas.* December 15th – Last day to ship by Ground for delivery to US & Extended … Continued
2025 Advisory Notice: With the suspension of the de minimis exemption for shipping to the US, The UPS Store can not accept packages containing any form of food products destined for the US at this time. We look forward to reinstating this service as soon as possible and apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. … Continued
Are you planning to ship gifts to friends and loved ones this holiday? Before you do, be sure to double-check the price tag! Gifts no longer become gifts when they exceed a certain dollar amount, which will vary from country to country. This is called a gift allowance—you must stay within the allowance determined by … Continued
2025 Advisory Notice: With the suspension of the de minimis exemption for shipping to the US, The UPS Store can not accept packages containing any form of food products destined for the US at this time. We look forward to reinstating this service as soon as possible and apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. From … Continued
Shipping items that are considered hazardous materials or that can produce a hazardous reaction can often be a tricky process to navigate. To help you prepare, we have provided some tips to keep in mind before you bring out the bubble wrap. Shipping Hazardous Materials Materials that may be deemed hazardous are not as extreme … Continued
Smart small business owners know the importance of creating contingency plans to keep things running smoothly in times of crisis. For instance, if there is a disruption to your mail service, do you know what to do to ensure your business is unaffected? Here are 5 tips to consider if there is an interruption in … Continued
Are you shipping holiday gifts overseas? Accurate documentation is a key element to successful completion of shipments sent outside of Canada. Take extra care with declaration forms. Every package needs proper customs declaration forms. Items will be detained or seized if declarations are not in order. Declare EVERYTHING in the package. If inspectors find undeclared … Continued
Need to get that printed? Whether you need just a few colour copies or prints, or have a large print job, we are here to help your small business. Big or small – The UPS Store locations in Niagara Falls can print it all! Need business cards? We can print that, often same day. We can help design them too! We … Continued
Need to get that printed? Whether you need just a few colour copies or prints, or have a large print job, we are here to help your small business. Big or small – The UPS Store locations in Barrie can print it all! Need business cards? We can print that, often same day. We can help design them too! … Continued
The UPS Store is your one-stop-shop for all your mail and parcel delivery needs! Don’t let shipping disruptions disrupt your life. The UPS Store is a reliable, convenient solution to all your packaging, and domestic & international shipping needs. At The UPS Store you can ship your items with UPS, as well as with other carrier … Continued
Here are some answers to common holiday shipping questions: Why was there a COD charge for receiving my parcel? Parcels arriving from outside of Canada are subject to the following fees Brokerage (on ground shipments from the US), Duties and Taxes will be assessed on parcels arriving from the US and International destinations. Who do I … Continued