• Neighbourhood Mail standard size will now cost 18.7¢ per piece before volume discounts.
• Personalized Mail standard machineable will now cost 56.6¢ per piece
• Publication Mail has had a variable increase. Depending on the distribution, the postage increase will fall in the 2.9%-8.6% range.
• Postal Code Targeting has experienced the highest percentage increase. A standard size mailer will now cost 42.5¢ per piece.

We will endeavour to relay the Lettermail rates as soon as they are announced.

As always, we are here to help you navigate the Canada Post system, obtain the best possible postage rates, and prepare your mail in the quickest, most economical way possible.

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We are expecting that Direct Marketing postage rates will see an average increase in line with the past couple of years. This means we anticipate prices to go up between 2.2% and 6.1% across the board. We will of course keep you updated as we know more, but the reprieve is certainly welcome as we begin 2026.

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Over the years Canada Post has changed and so has Aristos.

We still:

• navigate the Post Office rules to access lower postage rates
• give advice on material design and specifications
• provide addressing and inserting services

Our core group of 5 has been together a long time with the ‘rookie’ only being here 13 years. Many of our customers share this longevity – a testament to our commitment to clarity and honesty when dealing with Canada Post. We are grateful to all of our clients who help us navigate this changing direct mail landscape.

I hope you’re enjoying your summer, whether it involves distant shores or local hangouts. Don’t forget to plan for your end-of-Summer advertising. Call us now to book before the back to school rush!

With gratitude,

Steve

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We are clearing our own backlog of stored mail from our warehouse and will also process new work as it is received.

With service restored we are here to save time/money for our customers when they deal with Canada Post. If you are mailing invoices, magazines, charitable solicitations, or any promotional material, give us a call and we can help.

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Little did I know that people would appreciate an approachable business that can:

• Navigate Post Office rules with confidence
• Find you the lowest postage rates possible
• Advise you on appropriate mailpiece design and specifications
• Prepare your mail from start to finish quickly and accurately

Our success over 35 years is due in no small part to the current dedicated staff of Jean, Jamie, Gerry, Cameron and all those who have come before. However, without our phenomenal clients – from the very recent to those that have been with us from the very beginning – we couldn’t have done it.

Thank you all for being a part of our journey!

Steve

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If you haven’t used the Personalized Mail service, it’s already a great way to save money on postage when advertising. You can access the discount as long as you mail a minimum of 100 pieces, and are motivating the recipient to take action in some way.

Some examples of Personalized Mail our customers have used are:

• Notifying customers about a sale on goods or services
• Giving notice of an upcoming meeting
• Sending out promotional calendars to customers
• Reaching out to potential donors with a fundraising letter
• Sending out an Annual Report

Contact us today to find out how we can save you money with this and other mailing services.

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• under 30g now costs $0.99
  • reduced to $0.98 if paid by postage meter or if mailing over 1000 pieces (with paperwork)
• over 30g and up to 50g now costs $1.40
  • reduced to $1.39 if mailing over 1000 pieces (with paperwork)

We will always work with you to identify and utilize the lowest postage possible to minimize the total cost of your mailings. Depending on the content this can include accessing extra discounts; just give us a call at 250-384-POST (7678).

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Stock:

Paper stock is difficult to come by at the moment; if you need a particular type of paper it is best to let us or your printer know as soon as possible.

Envelope stock is also affected by the paper shortage. Non-standard envelopes are difficult, if not impossible, to source at the moment as the industry focuses on keeping standard size envelopes in stock.

Transportation:

Shipping backlogs can result in delays even when material is in stock. We have experienced delays of up to 5 days for deliveries from Vancouver.

Canada Post, like most businesses, is also dealing with staffing issues which will affect the time it takes mail to reach its destination.

Price:

The price of stock is fluctuating heavily so quotes we receive from our suppliers may only be accurate for 7 days.

If you are contemplating a mailing, plan ahead to allow time to source printing and materials and get the mail to your customers ahead of important dates. Understanding and allowing for these delays will help you avoid frustration and continue to get the most out of your direct mail.

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Aristos will still assist you in paying the least amount possible for postage.

Please visit our Postal Rates page for links to the current price sheets.

Call us at 250-384-POST (7678) for any of your postal needs.

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Our old Ricoh 1107

As anyone who has taken the nickel tour will attest, finding extra space in our shop can be hard, so we couldn’t let the opportunity go by without a picture.

A rare empty corner at Aristos

Our new machine is humming along already, waiting to help you with your next mailing. Come take advantage this summer!

Our new Ricoh 8220

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