Dropshipping Canada made better with Print on Demand
Get all the benefits of dropshipping in Canada without the limitations. At Printify, every product is custom-made, branded, and shipped on demand.
What is dropshipping?
Dropshipping is a business model where you sell generic products without storing or shipping them yourself. When a customer places an order, a third-party supplier packs and delivers the item.
This lets you:
- Start an online store with low upfront costs.
- Skip inventory management altogether.
- Focus on branding and attracting potential customers.
Is dropshipping right for your business?
Like other business models, dropshipping comes with ups and downs. Here’s what to expect.
Dropshipping drawbacks:
- High competition from other sellers offering the same items.
- Lower profit margins compared to custom products.
- Shipping delays can happen, impacting the customer experience.
- Harder to encourage repeat business without strong branding.
- Some dropshipping services charge subscription fees that eat into your profits.
Benefits of dropshipping:
- Start an online store with low upfront costs.
- Run an eCommerce business from anywhere.
- Skip managing inventory or shipping.
- Scale quickly by adding new products or working with multiple suppliers.
Print on Demand in Canada: Your profitable dropshipping alternative
Print on Demand (POD) isn’t dropshipping – it’s better.
With Printify, you don’t just list products. You customize them to fit your brand and audience. Every item is made to order, with no minimums or upfront costs.
That means you can test and sell different products and designs easily without any investment.
The best part? We work with Canadian Print Providers to give you quality products and fast shipping at the most affordable prices.
How Print on Demand works in Canada
- Choose a customizable product to sell and apply your own designs.
- Connect your eCommerce website and set your prices.
- When a customer purchases an item, we print, pack, and ship automatically.
- You only pay when you make a sale.
How to sell online in Canada using Print on Demand
Create a free Printify account and get access to top Print Providers in Canada. Customer orders will cover all production and shipping costs.
Browse our Catalog and select products from Canadian suppliers for faster shipping. Check the item’s details, prices, and features to make sure it fits your brand and customer needs.
Click Start designing on the product page to open our free Product Creator. Upload your design, adjust the placement and size, and preview how it looks on the item.
Link Printify to your eCommerce website or an online marketplace to start selling. Printify offers integrations with Etsy, Shopify, eBay, Amazon, TikTok Shop, Squarespace, and more.
Make your own custom products
High-quality POD products for your online store
Printify’s 1,300+ products fit any niche and audience. From fashion to home decor, create unique items that attract customers and set your brand apart.
Join 10 million+ merchants who trust Printify
Choose Printify’s Print on Demand over traditional dropshipping and see your profits soar.
Is starting a dropshipping business in Canada profitable?
$94 billionThat’s the projected eCommerce revenue in Canada by 2027, showing huge market demand. Many entrepreneurs look to dropshipping as a low-risk way to sell online.
But the traditional dropshipping model has flaws. Crowded marketplaces make it hard to stand out, customer loyalty is difficult to build, and product quality is often inconsistent.
This is where POD comes in. You still avoid upfront costs and get automated fulfillment, but every order is made on demand and shipped locally – giving you stronger profit margins.
And with Canada’s digital textile printing market growing rapidly, selling custom products with POD is the future-proof way to build a profitable eCommerce business.
Why choose Printify as your POD partner in Canada
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Multiple local Print Providers
Work with local printing companies with decades of experience. A streamlined supply chain means every customer receives their order faster and with the best shipping fees.
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CAD support
Printify supports Canadian Dollars to simplify payments for any eCommerce retailer. Meet local customer expectations and reduce conversion fees.
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Connect multiple online stores
Your free Printify account can integrate with multiple online stores, making it easy to run a multichannel sales strategy and grow profits.
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No upfront costs
Create an account and start selling with zero investment. Test new products for market research, explore niches, and grow without stretching your budget.
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Free product design tool
Printify’s Product Creator has built-in templates and editing features – everything you need to create unique printed merchandise.
Open your POD store on major eCommerce platforms
Connect Printify with leading eCommerce sales channels to sell products. Once integrated, adding new items is quick and easy.
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Dropshipping FAQ
Dropshipping in Canada works much like anywhere else. Instead of holding stock, the store owner partners with dropshipping companies to manage inventory and shipping. When a customer purchases an item, the supplier handles fulfillment and delivery.
Yes. Before selling online, you must register your business, choose a business type – for example, a sole proprietorship or limited liability company – and confirm what permits or licenses apply to your location, industry, and activities.
You can use BizPaL, a free online tool from the Canadian government, to check what licenses you need as a business owner.
Finding reliable dropshipping services in Canada takes time and effort. Many store owners end up relying on overseas suppliers, which leads to longer shipping times.
Instead of searching endless catalogs or testing unknown distributors, use Printify’s POD network to find vetted local Print Providers. Orders are fulfilled in Canada, so every shopper receives products faster for a better customer experience.
Yes, dropshipping is legal in Canada as long as your business follows local, provincial, and federal regulations. You’ll need to register your business, get the proper licenses, and make sure you collect and remit sales tax where required.
All products sold through dropshipping must also meet Canadian safety and labeling requirements.
To start dropshipping t-shirts in Canada, you first need to find a dropshipping supplier, choose the products you want to sell, and add them to your online shop. When a customer purchases, the supplier ships the order directly to the buyer.
Learn more about how to start dropshipping in Canada in our complete guide to successful dropshipping.
Resources to grow your POD business in Canada
Building a print-on-demand business is easier when you have the proper support. From product ideas to marketing strategies, we have all the resources you need to launch and succeed.
