Many Canadians are interested in selling products online, either with their own website or through an online marketplace. Drop shipping provides a low-risk option for starting an ecommerce business in Canada, because it doesn’t require you to stock inventory or deal with shipping.
Today’s supplier portals/platforms (gateways) and apps make it really easy to find and sell millions of products globally. The most difficult part is choosing the best drop shipping suppliers in – or serving – Canada to deal with, and it’s a question we’re asked on a regular basis.
In the beginning, you’ll probably find it easiest to deal with large drop shipping services, portals, platforms & apps that list products from hundreds of major players. We’ve listed the best of those for you. You may need to set up a website before they’ll work with you, but some of the below options also have that covered for you. It sure beats dealing with individual merchants and tackling chores manually, such as adding products and constant inventory updates. Plus, drop shipping portals often provide information about how to get started and succeed, along with specialized tools to ensure your success.
There isn’t always a huge selection of drop shippers that are in Canada, but most suppliers that are based outside of this country will still accept Canadian sellers and you can ship to Canada from where they’re located. You can sell to customers all over the world without headaches like Customs, regulations, or shipping delays!
We’ve evaluated countless drop shipping and wholesale suppliers over the years and the ones we use are perpetually under review. The most important thing we’ve learned is which drop shipping companies not to deal with. The knowledge and insight we’ve gained from our own experience and feedback from our readers, has also allowed us to identify the best drop shipping suppliers for Canadians. These gateway companies welcome sellers in this country and do their best to understand our unique challenges.
For more information about drop shipping in Canada (and a list of Canadian-friendly companies), check out our post, Drop Shipping / Wholesale for Canadian Sellers.
Additionally, our Checklist: How to Start a Drop Shipping Ecommerce Business in Canada guides you step-by-step, as you explore this method of order fulfillment.
The best drop shipping companies for Canadians in 2024 are:
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Sell the Trend – This cutting edge dropshipping tool & platform offers A.I. product discovery (over 7 million products) and complete store automation. Predictive A.I. technology provides detailed information about which products are selling now, and which will grow in demand. Spy on competitors with the Store Intelligence Tool and find out what’s selling best for them.
If my inbox is any indication, Sell the Trend is generating some serious online income for Canadians (and in other countries).
For example, the Ontario entrepreneurs behind HotDiggidyDog generated $36,000 in six weeks by drop shipping a product they found with Sell the Trend’s A.I. analytics and trend-spotting tools.
“Without that data, it’s all a shot in the dark. It’s not enough to be passionate about a product, it has to be in demand. It’s a numbers game and bad research can cost you a lot of money,” the owner told PayPal. “It blew my mind when it was happening and even my family couldn’t believe it. I had tried e-commerce before and maybe I made a few hundred dollars but dropshipping through Sell the Trend made all the difference.”
Wholesale2B – Wholesale2B has everything you need and is very easy to use. They have several plans that facilitate the sale of over 1.5 million products on eBay, Amazon, Google, apps on popular ecommerce platforms like Shopify, or through a website (your own or via a turnkey site). Wholesale2B guarantees the lowest drop ship prices. They ship to most of the World, including Canada, the US and the UK, though most suppliers are based overseas. Take them for a test drive with the free trial.
CJ Dropshipping – There has been a lot of buzz around CJ Dropshipping in the ecommerce community, largely due to their profit margins, fast international expansion and how they work diligently to reduce shipping time/costs.
They provide a number of services, including product sourcing, global warehousing, order processing and shipping. There’s a huge selection of products to choose from overall (including print-on-demand and white label products) and you can request any that aren’t there already. Their Canadian warehouse is just starting to pick up, but the domestic product selection is expected to increase soon. You can sell into any of the other countries through local warehouses to significantly reduce shipping time and cost.
Create an account through their website, or use their Shopify app, or access their products through Sell the Trend. CJ Dropshipping products can also be integrated with eBay, WooCommerce and other eCommerce platforms that are frequently used for online drop shipping stores.
DropCommerce – This company caught our eye with its growing number of Canadian dropshippers, while boasting 3-7 day, tracked shipping from high quality brands in US & Canada. Canadian representation is limited like it is on other platforms, but Canadians can still use it to reach domestic and American markets. Import products to Shopify in one click and enjoy automated fulfillment. See the actual suppliers & never wonder where your products come from. Orders are guaranteed or they’ll provide a refund. In other words, they’re making an effort to address every pain point online sellers have with drop-shipped fulfillment.
SaleHoo Canada – Thousands of verified drop shippers and wholesale suppliers, along with direct shipping manufacturers. You have the option of using their web store to start selling instantly. They also have a community for anyone who sells online and dropshippers are able to review suppliers. You’ll find the free trial reassuring as you research almost 2 million products.
If you’re looking for print-on-demand dropshippers that work with Canadians, check out Print-on-Demand (POD) Drop Shipping Suppliers for Canadian Sellers
Are you new to drop shipping in Canada or are you an old hand? Please share your questions or experience in the comments below. Discuss this and other online business topics in the Online Business Canada Facebook group!
Note: This list of recommended dropshipping platforms for Canadians is updated annually. It was first published in 2015.
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I don’t know why more Canadian manufacturers aren’t dropshipping when they claim profits are down. Maybe it just doesn’t work as well here for some reason? Shipping costs?
can any one give the name of products which is best for droppshipping on amazon vendor walmart?
Kindly anyone tell me that which is the best Vander for Canada
walmart
We are looking for a Canadian distributor of products (commercial, natural & organic) if possible and have not had much luck. Also, our website is a “Shop Local Initiative” site and we are trying to to cater to Canadian drop-shipper’s who have a local warehouse in Canada as our buyers are not expected to support products being shipped from Asia, Europe or even the US, given the “Shop Local Initiative” … can you please help with this? Thanks
Drop shipping is just starting to catch on in Canada. For niche products, you’ll probably have to do more legwork in approaching Canadian wholesalers/distributors directly.
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Do you know more about the Establiched online business that are sold by Alidropship? After reading your article I visited their website and found that they offer the option to buy an establiched online store whish is allready fonctioning. They sell it at around 5000 USD. Does that option work realy? I’m hesitating to buy. I’m looking for some people who experieced that option. Thanks
My name is Jim from Ontario, Canada, i need information about starting up an online store?
I have wordpress on my tablet but am not sure how to make an online web sitevto put an online business up.
I need to make money because of my small pension and my wife retires in 4 years we have very little savings.
I need to talk to someone once l have a web site about different types of drop shipping business l could start.
Need to know how much money l need upfront to start onoine business and best way to collect payments?
So if anyone can help me l be greatful, if anyone having an online business lives in Carrying Place, Ontarionin the city igpf Quinte West were l live be good if that person living in my area we could get together to put up online business to point it would be ready to start making a little badly needed income .
Thanks Jim
We have several articles that may be helpful:
Wholesale Drop Shipping for Canadian Online Sellers
Checklist: How to Start a Drop Shipping Ecommerce Business in Canada
The Best eCommerce Software Platforms for Drop Shipping
How Much Does it Cost to Start an Online Business in Canada?
5 Online Home Businesses to Start When You Retire
Check with your local library and local business development organizations for free classes and mentoring programs. Otherwise, please be careful with posting for help online, as you may attract the attention of people who shouldn’t be trusted. Good luck!
any success yet Jim, thinking about doing the same thing as you.
Did you do it? I am also thinking about this.
Hello, I am trying to find someone to help me and guide me through the online business building process. In other words, either a mentor or paid business to answer all my questions. I don’t want them to do the actual work, I want them to answer my questions and when I need help, be able to provide it. I get more confused with online ads. Is there a place I can go that actually has the accreditation and can offer the help I need?
Thanks for such informative blogs. Is it possible to set up a dropshipping in US from US suppliers while you are living in Canada or have a partner in US. What are your thoughts on US dropship ebay market vs Canadian drop ship market
You can drop ship from anywhere to anywhere the drop shipping supplier will send to. Market evaluation is the same as it is for any other type of online retail, but varies widely by product.
i find this dropshipping situation overwhelming and if you are from canada then you have to seal with the lower rates of candian dollar exchange..is there still any canadian dropshpping company reliable around
There are some Canadian drop shippers listed here. It often takes some legwork to find them but the post also tells you how to do that. Good luck!
Is there a way to pick your own dropshippers but still use automatic inventory? I’d rather pick my own local supplers but trying to manually control inventory would be a nightmare!
You can integrate individual businesses if they facilitate it on their end. I’ve only done it that way through Shopify, but I’m sure other eCommerce platforms that are suitable for dropshipping have options too.
Yes, but do any of them allow you to view the type of merchandise they have before committing?
The free trials will provide you with a complete view of each supplier.
I wonder why more Canadian shops aren’t doing a dropshipping program? Maybe they don’t know about it. Most of them just stare blankly when I ask about it or the email version of staring blankly anyway. 😀 It’d be a good idea for someone looking for a coaching niche!
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February 5, 2019
Hi. It is indeed nicely written and has helped me to take the initiative. But I am unable to find anything with regards to taxes in Canada. If I sell on amazon.com using wholesale2B, do I need to charge any GST to respectively pay the same here in Ontario? Any help would be great.
A. Yes you do charge taxes when you sell to Ontario or Canada Customer. If you are not registered business for GST purpose you can sell without charging Taxes, however in commercial purpose you do need to collect tax.
2. Wholesale2B, I tried paid version for a month, they have very little Canadian supplier, mostly USA supplier who do ship to Canada, price and shipping cost are higher then profit margin. it worthy if you want to build your customer online store, shopify, ebay etc, However some supplier products image are not compliant with eBay listing so you listing will be in violation or either RED highlighted until you correct them which takes lot of times.
Wholesale2B offer great platform connection such as woocommerce apps, amazon, shopify I havent tried. I tried their eBay apps, it great to post products push to ebay but still need a lot of work and technical skills.
I am still in pursuit to try inventory source they had great technical platform, and supplier of Canadian distributor as well USA distributor. Zero fees for previewing supplier and items. 50$ a month for basic apps using one supplier of your choice. They also have great attribution of products . I will input my feedback after I tried them out soon! If anyone tried Inventory source for woocommerce or ebay please also share your feedback.
Have a good day
Hi. It is indeed nicely written and has helped me to take the initiative. But I am unable to find anything with regards to taxes in Canada. If I sell on amazon.com using wholesale2B, do I need to charge any GST to respectively pay the same here in Ontario? Any help would be great.
Taxes are constantly changing so we are unable to provide advice about it. To ensure you’re in full compliance, it’s best to check with an accountant who has expertise in multi-country transactions, such as the cloud accountants at GrantThorton. For sales tax, you may find it easier to work with a platform like Shopify and one of their dropshipping apps so it’s automatically calculated. Amazon also looks after sales tax so you could contact them for clarification.
Great list Melody. Thanks
Can i use the website hosted for me on whoesale2B to also work with worldwide brand? hope it wont be a conflict of interest?
Check with Wholesale2B for info about their terms & conditions regarding suppliers. For complete control over multiple suppliers it’s usually best to go with an eCommerce platform like Shopify.
Great information , thanks for sharing it. I want to start dropshipping and I am researching niches etc. I want to work with Canadian and US suppliers to have a better chance of avoiding: long shipping times, possible counterfeits and border problems. The prices might be higher but the headaches less. Do you agree with that? Do you have any “step by step” training? There is a ton of info on the Internet, too much.
There are advantages and disadvantages to both. Going through a network or third-party platform is safer, hence our recommendations. We have a detailed dropshipping guide: Wholesale Drop Shipping for Canadian Online Sellers.
Hi Everyone! love the information provided. Just a quick questions, I am opening a shopify store and want to use Aliexpress as a supplier but the shipping to Canada and US is over 1 month long,, which is not appealing to customers. Does anyone know any suppliers that are free to use and have faster shipping? thanks alot!
Very concise and curated list, it definitely seems like you’ve done your research! I see you’ve recommended drop shipping directories, like World Wide Brands, do you have more success with finding suppliers via a directory rather than just going straight to the source? As I’ve been reading around the topic of dropshipping, a few sites have mentioned sourcing dropshipping products straight from the manufacturer as it cuts down on costs and allows for larger profit margins. What are your thoughts, or would you still rather stick to sourcing suppliers via a directory?
The vetting, data and ease of use make these directories safe choices, especially in the beginning. In Drop Shipping and Wholesale for Canadian Online Sellers, we list direct alternatives and include tips for finding more.
our companys name abhispharma speclities india we want to start drop shipment from india can u advice us a way forward we are having all branded medicnes of mnc pharma companies and also products of indian branded company pls advice us if anybody above intrested our email id is as mentioned below
i used wholesale 2b for a couple of years to get started then i got storage containers and bought wholesale inventory. drop shipping was how i got started because I didn’t have investment $$. I made money from drop shipping and started investing it to my own inventory until i didn’t need them anymore. but i still use drop shipping sometimes if i don’t want to store it here. it’s a good way to make a living and i’ll never have to work for someone else again.
Hello. Do you purchase your products in Canada or the US
Thank you, that is a good strategy
Hi All,
I am new to this concept of drop shipping! Where do I start?? I am getting close to retirement and want to continue keeping busy and keeping the old mind sharp! I want to be able to travel and work as well. Any advice you have to offer would be greatly appreciated!
Hi Sherry, you’ll find a lot of details HERE to get you started.
Hello Sherry, I am new to drop shipping and see that you have a 6 month head start. I am in the same boat as you, wanting to retire but still make money and travel. Did you see this through and would you be willing to pass on any tips or information? TIA!
I have a unique product ready for market to retail stores. would love to make the product available to drop shippers. Where would I start to find them. They will sell, we will ship.
Start with a page on your website and promote it as you would for any other page. You can also look for drop shipper directories to list your company in. It’s similar to finding affiliates for a partner program so you may get some ideas from researching that. Good luck!
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Hi Larry, I have recently started dropshipping. I have an online store on Shopify. I am from Ontario. I would like to look at your product. Can you please contact me? Thanks.
Hi there! I’m wondering what your experiences have been like with dropshipping from Shopify. I’m interested in getting started but am worried about delays in shipping times. I’ve had a lot of problems with merchandise being delayed when ordering from Aliexpress and other Chinese retailers myself, so am curious what your experience has been. Thank you!
You don’t drop ship FROM Shopify, you drop VIA Shopify. They facilitate drop shipping but who you deal with is up to you. Shopify itself is an eCommerce platform where you can drop ship and/or sell your own products.
If you decide to use overseas suppliers it’s a good idea to alert customers that there may be a delay, import fees, etc. Discuss it with your supplier and then relay the information to your customers in order to maintain a good relationship with them.
Hello I would be interested in speaking with you regarding your product.
I will market your product! Just getting started with online stores and I need quality products!
Hi,
I have read both good and bad things about some of the dropshippers, you list here. Two that I was very interested in. What is your experience with those that you listed. Did you work with them?
We have worked with all of the networks listed here. They’re not actually drop shippers, they’re gateways to drop shippers. Each one is different. Consequently, one may work better for some than others. We’ve had a few negative experiences with similar networks/directories and therefore we don’t recommend those. Some are mentioned in Drop Shipping / Wholesale for Canadian Sellers.
Wow thank you Melody for this post!
Could you please help: I am wondering if the drop shipping company based in USA can ship to my canadian buyer without custom fees?
Some may include it in the price, but otherwise Customs fees and taxes are the responsibility of the recipient. You can discuss it with individual drop shippers to see if you can come to some sort of arrangement.
Thanks for this info. This is much needed for Canadian drop shippers. Are suppliers/manufacturers willing to easily provide you with their catalogue of goods available and is that as simple as making contact with them and asking for it? Do many of them have websites to view their products? Thanks!
Some of them have drop shipping programs in place or may consider it if you explain it to them. It’s usually easier to start with companies that are already drop shipping like the ones mentioned in the article. You’ll find more information in this post.
Hi, wanted to start dropshipping… just wondering if i have to register the business cause i have no guaranty that I’ll make money? I’m leaving Ottawa. what is the best site to do so: shopify, woocomerce, ecwid….
thank you
You can start out as self-employed and register as a business later if that works best for you. If you sign up with a drop shipping site like Wholesale2B you can operate entirely through them (including a website), or you can go with Shopify if you want more freedom. For more info check out The Best eCommerce Software for Drop Shipping.
I live in Calgary Alberta. I want to start drop shipping but I have an concern. I pay my taxes in Canada. What should I put on an Application Form for TAX PURPOSES if asked by an American Supplier to give them my TAX Number. Thank you. AMP
We use our GST number.
I’m very excited and anxious to start drop shipping, but feel really overwhelmed and unsure where to start. I’d love to see a few sample letters or templates used to initiate contact with these companies to inquire about whether they facilitate drop shipping ……, their condition’s, fees, requirements and anything else I should include in my first letter or e-mail to potential wholesalers.
Thank you so much for your help!
The above networks all facilitate contact in one way or another so they’re the best place to start for beginners. Otherwise, I usually start by introducing myself and simply ask if the company does drop shipping. They either haven’t a clue what I’m talking about or they already have a system in place. If they have a system they’ll provide all of the information to you.
Congratulations for this helpful website. I have a question regarding customs and shipping fees. Do the dropshipping companies mentioned above deal with customs directly? do they give you the price for the products including customs fees as well as shipping costs?
They all work differently so it’s best to contact the companies directly with your questions.
I am really interested in getting into drop shipping in Canada but I’m feeling a little intimidated about just how and where to start. I don’t have my own website. Can anyone tell me where I can get some step-by-step training for setting up and getting going? Any help would be much appreciated!!
Drop Shipping for Canadian Sellers will get you started. If you go with drop shipping company (like Wholesale2B), you’ll find tutorials on their site that will help you with their specific platform.
Hi Donna you might wanna try and check http://www.shopify.com they are legit and offer website for you store..
How do I add products that I manufacture to a drop shipping company?
They all work differently so you’d have to contact each one to find out what is required. You can also look for distributors that have drop shipping options.
I’m new to drop shipping and trying to navigate the business structure, taxes and all that. I LOVE the concept! I found out about it from my aunt who dropships on ebay to help make ends meet now that she’s retired. I’m proud of her for doing something online at her age! She makes enough to pay most of her bills so she can use her pension to travel. It’s an easy thing to do on the road. I’d can’t wait until I join her!
Thank you so much for all the information shared on this group.
Thank you for the info!!!!This is very helpful!.
I love that you included sites that have different things to offer. I like World Wide Brands for building my database of tried & true dropshippers and potential products. They verify all companies they list and I can use their tools to evaluate products right there. They blow salehoo out of the water IMO. I started with Wholesale2b because it’s easy to use and I want to get into selling on a website instead of just ebay. Inventory source was more than I needed so I haven’t used that one and can’t say if it’s good or not. You didn’t recommend doba but I want to add that there’s bad reviews for them on ebay so newbies should Google them before joining. Hope that helps!
Thanks for sharing your experience, Catarina. Doba didn’t make the cut because their prices are too high and they’re not particularly Canadian-friendly. There are dozens of similar drop shipping companies that we don’t promote in an effort to help narrow down the choices to the best companies for Canadians.
Hello I am thinking in working in this kind of business. But I want to know something.
The Supplier tells you at what price should I sell the product to the client?
Thanks for your help
M. V
You set the price you want to sell the item for. The only exception would be if the manufacturer set a fixed minimum price (usually referred to as “Minimum Advertised Price” or MAP), but that doesn’t happen often.
I am from Ethiopia and I am interested in selling on ebay to customers in Canada. I am considering dropshipping but I hear most suppliers may need a tax ID to do business with me. I also want to know if suppliers might have a problem with me not being in Canada? What are my oprions? Please advise.
Each supplier is different so it’s best to contact a few and ask them directly. It isn’t unusual for people to sell in another country so I’m sure you can work it out.
Wholesale in Canada try http://www.mlmsmages.com – they have everything and are in Saskatchewan
Wow thank you Melody for this post!
Could you please help: I am wondering if the drop shipping company based in USA can ship to my canadian buyer without custom fees?
Let say that I use shopify to drop ship.
Thx a lot
The drop shipping company doesn’t control border fees or taxes. However, they may have a warehouse in Canada even if they’re located in the US. You’d have to contact whichever company you’re interested in working with.
we have started drop shipping and so far is good. We can also do drop shipping for others now.
We sell unique gifts online.
I like Worldwide Brands because it set me up for either drop-shipping or wholesale purchasing. I do both now on eBay!
Do you have to sell wholesale to use these suppliers? Or can you just sell singular items through these sources?
They all accommodate individual sales and usually bulk wholesale for those who want it as well. They all work differently but the basis of drop shipping is to allow you to sell individual items and have them shipped directly to your customer. For more information about the drop shipping process, please read Drop Shipping / Wholesale for Canadian Sellers.
Is it possible to use multiple directories simultaneously, since a brick and mortar store would use multiple suppliers to get a broad selection of products, or would world wide brands require your online store to use only their directory? Would you be able to use multiple directories even if your online store and websites were set up initially with the help of worldwide brànds or wholesale2B?
For the most flexibility in using multiple sources, you can use an eCommerce platform that facilitates drop shipping. We have a list of those here:
http://canadiansinternet.com/best-ecommerce-software-platforms-drop-shipping/
Then you can use as many suppliers as you wish.
All of the individual drop shipping networks work differently, so you’d have to check with each one to see if they meet your needs. For example, Wholesale2B has a turnkey website option that is fed by their directory of suppliers (over 1.5 million products). World Wide Brands is more of a gateway to a large number of verified drop shippers, which you can access through one wholesale account provided by World Wide Brands for a one-time fee. Where and how you do business doesn’t matter to them.
They all have free trials so you can take them for a test drive to make sure they suit your needs.
Rock on! You are a guru.
Beginners don’t know how to find a supplier for eBay, and don’t know which products they should sell online.
I didn’t know so many collectives existed and its going to help so much!!! Thanks a ton!!!
honestly I wouldn’t have chosen any differently. I do work with some small businesses too and it’s morelabour but worth it to sell something different or even exclusive. Like one is an artist and you don’t get much more original than that. 🙂
Good point, Steff!
I’m just short of 3 years into drop shipping on ebay. I also work full time and the 500+ I make with parttime drop shipping goes towards my retirement. I want to go full time drop shipping when I retire but you never know if you’re health will hold out. Thanks for the resources.
May I ask how you managed to build your client base quickly to stay profitable?
From a beginner starting from scratch wanting to see income sooner than later
Thanks
It’s SO MUCH easier to deal with the big directories with their features and selection. I tried using a handful of individual businesses & the administration was a NIGHTMARE! Do yourself a favour and go with people who specialize in helping dropshippers and businesses work together.
Thanks for sharing this list of drop shipping companies. It’s so useful for my needs.