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Our custom packaging solutions

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Custom Poly Mailers

An economical shipping solution that will protect products in transit. Add a touch of branding with a custom-designed exterior.
Minimum order quantity 2,000

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Custom Mailer Boxes

Protect e-commerce products damage while providing a branded experience on the interior and exterior of your packaging. 
Minimum order quantity 350

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Custom Shipping Boxes

Perfect for all extra large products or even a package inside of a package. Cover the entire box with your design or add a logo. 
Minimum order quantity 350

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Custom Tape

Elevate your non-branded packaging with custom tape. A cost-effective solution to get your branding onto any package.

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Custom Kraft Paper Mailers

A responsible way to ship your products. This mailer bag is eco-friendly.

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Branded Tissue Paper

Keep goods protected and secure, while adding a nod to you brand with custom tissue paper.

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Our tried and tested process

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1. Whats Your Goal?

The right packaging can transform how your products are perceived—whether it’s enhancing their presence on store shelves, creating an unforgettable unboxing experience, or adding a professional touch to mail orders. At Northern Speciality Supplies, we specialise in helping Canadian businesses create bespoke packaging solutions that consider practical factors such as product protection, sustainability, and cost-efficiency.

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2. Identifing the right solution

We help our customers identify the right solution for them, from our range of packaging products includes fully customisable options for retail environments, mail shipments, and eye-catching product displays. Whether you need retail-ready stand-up pouches, branded paper bags for cafés, or mail add-ons like custom return address labels and stickers, we have the perfect packaging solution to fit your business needs.

3. Tailored To Your Brand

Once you’ve selected your packaging, you can personalise it with your logo, business details, or any custom messaging to make it truly unique. Not sure where to start with your design? Our expert design team is here to guide you through the process and ensure your packaging looks just right. They handle every step from conceptualization to execution, which includes designing visuals, selecting appropriate materials, and ensuring functional and aesthetic goals are met.

4. Delight Your Customers

Eye-catching, well-branded packaging can evoke emotions, reinforce the brand’s message, and increase customer satisfaction. When packaging is easy to open, eco-friendly, and visually appealingcreate a lasting connection, making customers feel valued and encouraging repeat purchases. In this way, great packaging becomes an extension of the product itself, elevating the entire customer journey.

Examples of our packaging

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What we offer

Creative design

We love collaborating on design because… that’s all we think about. We will work closely with our customers to create & deliver effective packaging everyone loves.

Unique requirements?

Have a concept that hasn’t been made before or maybe a product that has unique shapes? We can create packaging from scratch with a custom die cut template.

Full project management

From the initial thought through full production, we will manage the entire project. We design with the end result in mind: visually appealing packaging with the benefits of commercial production.

Already have a design?

We are happy to take your designs and turn them into renderings for a visual representation of a final product. Or, send us a sketch and your idea will come to life with a print ready file.

Our clients love us

When I think of NSS, the following comes to mind: Integrity, Quality, Responsiveness, On Time, Packaging Expertise, Graphics Expertise, Excellent Customer Service, Friendly, Courteous and Reliable. They are all that and more! Most importantly, they back their word! Definitely a premier supplier to our organization!!

Royal Canadian Mint

"We received the poly mailers today and they are gorgeous. I wanted to say that, on top of an exceptional end product, your customer service is fantastic. We deal with dozens of suppliers all over North America and our first experience with Northern Special has been the best."

Michael Barclay

The customer service here is outstanding. I dealt with Wes Carpani and he was there every step of the way. Ordered late Friday, order was received by 9 a.m. Tuesday. I look forward to working with Wes and Northern Specialty in the future.

Grand River Transit

Competitively priced

Quick turnaround

Bespoke sizes

Recyclable options

Arrange Your Free Packaging Consultation

Call our friendly packaging team today to discuss your needs now or fill out our enquiry form below.

We aim to call you back inside an hour if you contact us within business hours.
7am - 5pm Mon-Fri

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Frequently asked questions

How long does it take to get a package designed?

The timeframe depends on the complexity of the design and if a custom template is need. Estimate is 3-5 days for the initial layout.

What information do you typically need from me?

Depending on your requirements we would typically discuss the following points:

Brand Guidelines

• Logo: High-resolution versions of the company’s logo in various formats (e.g., AI, EPS, PNG).

• Brand colours: Specific Pantone, RGB, or HEX codes to ensure colour accuracy.

• Fonts and Typography: The primary and secondary fonts used in the company’s branding.

• Imagery Style: Any specific visual elements or patterns that are part of the brand’s identity (e.g., iconography, texture, photography style).

Product Info

• Product Dimensions and Specifications: The size, shape, and weight of the product(s) to design packaging that fits well and protects the item.

• Product Details: Any specific information that needs to be included, such as ingredients, instructions, or regulatory labels.

• Quantity: Whether the packaging is for single items or bulk quantities, which can influence the design and structure.

Packaging Functionality

• Packaging Type: The type of packaging required, such as boxes, bags, bottles, pouches, or custom inserts.

•Special Features: Any specific functional needs, such as tamper-evident seals, resealable components, or window cut-outs to showcase the product.

• Durability Needs: Whether the product needs extra protection, waterproofing, or temperature resistance for shipping.

Budget and Timeline

• Budget: The company’s budget for packaging design and production, which will dictate the types of materials and complexity of the design.

• Production Timeline: How soon the branded packaging is needed, which affects the design, prototyping, and production phases.

Gathering this information helps us design a solution that not only looks good but functions effectively, aligns with your brand, and resonates with your target audience.

How many colors can be used for a design?

This depends on how the project will be produced which is determined by quantity and size. Some jobs will be printed digitally (CMYK) or printed with individual colors ( 1-color, 2-color or 3-color).

Can I order your customized packaging in small quantities?

We have minimum orders of 2,000 for branded poly mailers and minimum orders of 350 for custom mailers and other boxed packaged.

Do you offer custom sizes?

Yes we can do custom size, our team will explain whats available based on your budget and the projects needs. Please priovide:  

Product Dimensions and Specifications: The size, shape, and weight of the product(s) to design packaging that fits well and protects the item.

How much does custom packaging cost?

It depends on a lot of factors from the amount of packaging required to how much customisation is required. We can offer better discounts at higher puchase volumes.