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Back to Work

Posted on December 17, 2024 by Steve

Aristos Mail Tech will be able to deposit mail to Canada Post as of Thursday, December 19th for domestic mail and Monday, December 23rd for international mail. Canada Post is not promising any delivery standards as they have a backlog … Continue reading →

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Half a lifetime ago

Posted on December 4, 2024 by Steve

It was in the summer of 1989 that I started calling businesses with the sophisticated marketing pitch of “Do you send anything in the mail?” There were enough affirmative responses that we are still here 35 years later. Little did … Continue reading →

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Take Advantage of 15% Postage Discount

Posted on June 17, 2024 by Steve

Canada Post is offering a 15% discount on postage to new and lapsed customers – anyone who hasn’t used the Personalized Mail service in the last 12 months. If you haven’t used the Personalized Mail service, it’s already a great … Continue reading →

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Lettermail Rate Increase

Posted on May 6, 2024 by Steve

Canada Post has raised prices on Lettermail and Letter-post mail. The average increase is about 8%. For example, mail weighing: under 30g now costs $0.99 reduced to $0.98 if paid by postage meter or if mailing over 1000 pieces (with … Continue reading →

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Supply Chain Issues and How They Affect Your Mail

Posted on March 1, 2022 by Steve

The print/mail system is not immune from disruption due to supply, transportation and pricing issues. Aristos has always tried to provide timely service but recently we are experiencing some unavoidable delays: Stock: Paper stock is difficult to come by at … Continue reading →

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The Annual Canada Post Price Change Has Happened

Posted on January 12, 2022 by Steve

The annual increase has taken effect January 10, 2022. For the second year in a row the 92ยข price has remained the same for a booklet of stamps; all other prices have gone up varying amounts. Aristos will still assist … Continue reading →

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New Printer Installed!

Posted on May 25, 2021 by Steve

As we look forward to brighter days ahead (in more ways than one!) we continue to push ourselves ahead to serve your mailing needs. In this instance by replacing our workhorse Ricoh 1107 with a wonderful upgrade in the form … Continue reading →

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Canada Post Prices have changed

Posted on January 15, 2021 by Steve

The annual increase has taken effect January 11, 2021. Aristos will still assist you in paying the least amount possible for postage. Please visit our Postal Rates page for links to the current price sheets. Call us at 250-384-POST (7678) … Continue reading →

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Postage Rates Change on January 11, 2021

Posted on December 18, 2020 by Steve

Canada Post has kept the price of a stamp the same for 2021; all other prices are changing. Most services have seen a modest increase in price. As always you can visit our Postal Rates page for links to the … Continue reading →

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British Columbia 2020 Provincial Election

Posted on September 23, 2020 by Steve

We can help candidates with their election mailings. Connecting with constituents is hard enough even in a regular election. We can responsibly reach all voters in a riding or connect directly with donors using targeted fundraising. With over 30 years … Continue reading →

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