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2025 Canadian Pricing Guide

Direct Mail Costs
Made Simple.

Stop guessing. We break down every component, from printing to postage — so you know exactly how to maximize your budget.
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Direct mail operates on economies of scale. While your total investment increases with volume, your cost per piece drops drastically.

  • Print Efficiencies: Offset printing setup costs are amortized over thousands of copies.
  • Postage Discounts: Canada Post offers significant rate reductions for high-volume, pre-sorted mail.
Cost Differences

Sample Campaign Pricing

Unaddresed (NM)
Addressed (PM)
Size Quantity Price Per Piece Total Est. Cost
Micro 200 $1.20 $240.90
Small 1,000 58¢ $582.00
Medium (Best Value) 10,000 39¢ $3,870.00
Size Quantity Price Per Piece Total Est. Cost
Micro 200 $2.20 $440.00
Small 1,000 $1.16 $1,155.00
Volume (Best Value) 10,000 80¢ $8,030.00
*Note: Addressed mail pricing varies significantly based on data quality and list costs.

How Much Does Direct Mail Marketing Cost in Canada?

Most small businesses in Canada find that Direct Mail Marketing costs $0.25 - $1.50 / household you want to reach. For example, in 2025, you can send unaddressed medium postcards to 1,000 households for less than $570, or $0.57 each.

The broad cost range depends on what type of Canada Post Smartmail Marketing you are utilizing, what you are sending (weight/size), and how many individuals you are reaching (more = lower cost per piece). If you have a Canada Post Contract Rate your campaign costs will be lower as well.

Canada Post Direct Mail Costs

Canada Post offers three Direct Mail Marketing products. These are known as their Smartmail Marketing Solutions. You pay this postage for each piece of mail you want to deliver. 

  • Neighbourhood Mail: Unaddressed mail, cheapest, delivered in clusters of 300-500 homes. 
  • Personalized Mail: Addressed mail, most expensive, delivered to individuals. 
  • Postal Code Targeting: Addressed w/o Names, delivered to 6-digit postal codes (15-30 houses).

Additional costs from Canada Post may include data, visualization, advanced campaign support, or special fees for larger/overweight items, or unique handling scenarios.

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Direct Mail Campaign Calculator
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Direct Mail Cost FAQ

2025 Canada Post Smartmail Marketing Postage Rates*

Neighbourhood Mail:      $0.197
Personalized Mail:            $0.555
Postal Code Targeting:   $0.415
*Direct Mail Rates updated January 2025.
Neighbourhood Mail rate includes 1.3c transportation cost.
Overweight items will incur additional fees.
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Where Does Your Money Go?

Preparation

Campaign Setup

$85
/  fixed
One-time project coordination fee.

Basic Design Services

$75+
/  hr
Professional creative & layout.

Production

Printing

Volume Tiered
Digital or Offset. Paper stock and size affect price.

Mail Prep

Included
Bundling, sorting, and delivery to Canada Post.

Delivery

Postage

Variable
Paid directly to Canada Post based on mail type.

Analytics

Optional
Tracking and QR codes to measure ROI.

What is included in the campaign cost estimate?

The estimate includes postage, design edits, printing, mail preparation, and transportation costs.

What is the maximum number of households I can target using the calculator?

The calculator supports campaigns targeting up to 100,000 households. For larger campaigns, contact PostNow directly for custom quotes.

Can I get a discount on larger campaigns?

Yes, sending to larger audiences can reduce the cost per piece. Additionally, eligible advertisers may qualify for Canada Post Contract Rates, which offer further discounts.

What factors influence the cost of my direct mail campaign?

Costs depend on the type of mail (Neighbourhood, Personalized, or Postal Code Targeting), the number of households, and additional services like design and print.

How do I use the PostNow’s Campaign Cost Calculator?

The Campaign Cost Calculator allows you to quickly estimate the cost of a direct mail campaign by entering the number of households you want to reach and selecting your desired mail type.

3 Ways to Increase Direct Mail Marketing ROI:

Get a Canada Post Contract Rate:
Eligible advertisers should contact us and we will put you in touch with a Canada Post sales rep to start the process. Discounts start at 20% on Neighbourhood Mail.
Utilize Multidrop Campaigns:
Multidrop campaigns utilize print savings to increase overall ROI. 
Send to Larger Audiences:
Volume/campaign size drastically impact your cost per piece. While large companies see the largest benefit from a postage discount, small businesses will see the greatest savings with larger print runs.
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