Hitchmail is a Canadian Courier service that fills cargo trailers with parcels then hitches them to private vehicles travelling between cities.

Yes.... it works !!

We handle the whole process of sending, transporting and delivering your parcels while charging half price of the national carrier.

Address information is entered on the app

Starting at
$5.99

GPS
tracking

How It Works?

Enter the address and parcel size into the app then pay with your credit card.

Write the reference number on the parcel along with your phone number.

Upload a picture of your parcel to the app.

Bring your parcel to the nearest Hitchmail deposit box or Authorized Dealer.

Every Hitchmail trailer contains a GPS tracker which enables you to see the exact location of your parcel throughout it’s entire journey. 

Click here to see how we do it.

GPS transmitter sends location updates to the tracking system

Enter Your Parcel Details to get a quote

Package Details

Maximum Dimensions: Length x Width x height
46 x 30 x 28 cm (18 inches x 12 inches x 11 inches)

How to measure a parcel
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Hitchmail is currently operating between Calgary & Edmonton. More Cities will be added soon.

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  • Calgary
  • Edmonton
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  • Edmonton

I certify that my Parcel is below the maximum weight of 7kg (15.5lb)

extra small

$5.99

SMALL

$9.99

Medium

$14.99

Large

$18.99

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Who uses Hitchmail?
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Hitchmail is perfect for individuals or businesses who want a lower cost alternative for shipping small parcels between Major Canadian Cities. Our customers also value the added security and convenience of our GPS tracking system.
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What sort of things can I ship with Hitchmail?
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Use Hitchmail to send all the same things you would previously send with Canada Post. Everything from handmade goods to household items and tools. The list is endless as long as it fits into the maximum size of 18x12x11 inches and below the maximum weight of 15lb (7kg).Please note that we do not allow dangerous goods like: Flammable Liquids, compressed gasses, fireworks, explosives, biohazards, live animals, illegal drugs or substances.
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Does Hitchmail have any insurance on parcels?
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Yes, Hitchmail Parcels are insured for a maximum of $100 each. There is no option to purchase additional insurance.
04
How do your shipping rates compare to other companies like Canada Post or Purolator?
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Hitchmail is approximately half the price of other parcel shipping companies. This is because our business model has much lower overhead and we pass this savings onto our customers. Our rates start at $5.99 for parcels under 150 cubic inches in volume and our most expensive rate is $18.99 for large parcels.
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How is Hitchmail Tracking better than other shipping companies?
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Watch your parcel traveling in real time (just like calling an Uber). All our vehicles and drivers are equipped with GPS transmitters and this data is continually sent to the tracking system.
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What cities do you operate in?
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Hitchmail currently operates between Calgary and Edmonton. We are in the process of adding more cities and routes so stay tuned.
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Who are the people who tow the trailers?
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Hitchmail drivers go through an on boarding process that includes background checks and in-person training. Once approved, these drivers use their personal vehicle to tow trailers and earn cash during their personal trips.
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Do I actually send my parcel without a shipping label?
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Yes, we use advanced technology so that you never need to print another shipping label. All the address, contact and payment information is entered into the app resulting in a unique reference number which you write on the parcel along with your phone number. When you use the app to upload a picture of the hand written reference number, this works as a digital signature. Our sorting machines use “optical character recognition” to apply a fully detailed shipping label at the terminal.
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Where do I mail my parcel?
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The app contains a list of authorized dealers and deposit box locations where parcels can be picked up and dropped off. There is several in each city where Hitchmail operates.
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Does Hitchmail deliver the parcel to my door?
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Hitchmail does not deliver to your door but instead licenses local businesses to be authorized Hitchmail locations where you can pick up your parcel. Once the parcel arrives, you will be sent a text notification and a PIN code to claim it.
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Is Hitchmail environmentally responsible?
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Yes. Hitchmail greatly reduces the carbon footprint of parcel shipping because we use the towing capacity of private vehicles that are already making trips. This eliminates the need for a large number of semi trucks and their corresponding carbon emissions. It’s a big win for the environment, the Hitchmail drivers and your pocketbook.
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What is the timeframe on Hitchmail shipments?
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7 days
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What is a Hitchmail Deposit Box?
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Deposit boxes are large steel bins with a theft proof opening where parcels are deposited. These bins are covered with Hitchmail logos and located in cities where Hitchmail has launched? Download the app to see the location of Hitchmail Deposit boxes in your area.