Amazon Canada launch checklist
Amazon CA is the fastest US expansion because Remote Fulfillment with FBA lets you serve Canadian orders from US inventory. For local Canadian FBA, register for GST/HST with the CRA if annual Canadian sales exceed CAD 30,000. Launch via Remote Fulfillment takes 1 to 2 weeks; local FBA takes 4 to 8 weeks.
Jul 26, 2026 · 3 min read
Two paths
Path A (fast): Remote Fulfillment from US FBA. No Canadian tax registration required. Slight per-order fee. Prime-eligible. Path B (economic): Local Canadian FBA. GST/HST registration required. Lower per-order fees. Faster delivery.
Tax basics
GST is 5% federal, HST/PST varies by province (up to 15% combined in some provinces). Registration threshold CAD 30,000 annual. Amazon collects GST/HST on many B2C transactions but sellers remit on B2B and above thresholds.
Realistic timeline
Path A: 1 to 2 weeks. Path B: 4 to 8 weeks including CRA registration and inbound shipping. Most US sellers start with Path A and switch to Path B once monthly CA volume exceeds ~200 units per SKU.
Frequently asked questions
Is Amazon CA a fraction of Amazon US?
Roughly 10% to 15% the size, but easier to enter and less crowded in many categories.
Do I need a Canadian entity?
No. US entities can register for GST/HST directly with the CRA.
Does Nova support Amazon CA?
Yes. Nova supports 23 Amazon marketplaces including Canada.
What is the biggest surprise for US sellers?
Provincial sales taxes (QST in Quebec, PST in BC/SK) on top of federal GST. Amazon handles most collection but sellers must track.
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