The holidays are one of the busiest times of the year for shipping, especially across Canada’s coast. To make sure your Harbour Chandler orders arrive in time for Christmas morning, we’ve put together a quick guide to 2025’s holiday shipping deadlines.
Whether you’re ordering new fishing gear, marine electronics, or stocking stuffers for the boater in your life, ordering early helps avoid delays from winter weather and carrier volume.
Below are our recommended order-by dates for delivery before December 25th, 2025.
| Shipping Method | Order By | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Canada Post Expedited Parcel | Dec 12, 2025 | Allow extra time for rural or remote regions. |
| Canada Post Xpresspost | Dec 17, 2025 | Fastest national option before Christmas. |
| UPS Standard | Dec 13, 2025 | May vary slightly by province. |
| UPS Express | Dec 18, 2025 | Guaranteed before Christmas if ordered by cutoff. |
| Local Pickup (Nanaimo Store) | Dec 24, 2025 (12 PM) | Order online and select “Pickup” at checkout. |
🧭 Tip: For Vancouver Island, BC Ferries schedules and weather can affect delivery times—plan a few extra days for island-to-island shipments.
For more ideas, check out our Harbour Chandler 2025 Gift Guide for the best boating and fishing gifts of the season.
