Start an online store in Canada
An ecommerce platform set up for Canada: prices in CAD, 5% tax preset, local couriers and 0% commission on every sale.
| Currency | CAD |
|---|---|
| Tax preset | 5% (added at checkout) |
| Cash on delivery | Available, off by default |
| Couriers ready | Canada Post, Purolator, UPS, FedEx, DHL Express |
| Phone format | +1 |
| Storefront language | English |
| EU member | No |
Your store is set up for Canada
When you choose Canada at sign-up, Omniterra sets your currency to CAD, your time zone to America/Toronto. Everything can be changed later.
Taxes
5% standard tax is preset, and prices are shown before tax, with tax added at checkout. You can change the rate and the tax display at any time.
Payments
Card and wallet payments are the norm in Canada, so cash on delivery is off by default. You can still turn it on, with fees, limits and fraud scoring, if your customers ask for it.
Card payments work through your own Stripe or PayPal account where they are available, with card fields, Apple Pay and Google Pay directly in your checkout. Bank transfer is built in, and there is no commission from us on any sale.
Shipping and couriers
Couriers commonly used in Canada are ready in your admin — Canada Post, Purolator, UPS, FedEx, DHL Express — with tracking links filled in where we know the format. Add your own rates, free-shipping threshold and local carriers.
Checkout that feels local
The address form asks for the province, which is required, from a list, and phone numbers are checked against the +1 format.
See also: selling in several countries, payments.
Frequently asked questions
Can I sell online in Canada with Omniterra?
Yes. Open a free store, choose Canada and the currency, taxes, couriers and payment defaults are prepared for you. You can sell to customers in other countries too.
Does Omniterra take a commission on sales in Canada?
No. Every plan has 0% commission; you pay only your plan and your payment provider’s own fees.
Can I sell in other currencies from Canada?
Yes. Keep CAD as your main currency and add markets with their own currencies and languages.
Try it on your own products
Free plan, 0% commission, no card required. Import from Shopify or WooCommerce in minutes.