Lift 3 distribution expected in Iqaluit from November 3 to 15.
The last boats are currently loading for October and November deliveries. Check the NSSI Sealift Schedule or contact sealift@nekupai.pics for final sealift information. If you still need to ship goods please visit our Freight Services Section for reliable, affordable Air Cargo.
The Art of Northern Shopper Sealift
Don't settle for copycats, it's just not the same!
Shop online or register for a custom sealift order
If you live in Iqaluit and are looking for bulk Costco items you can order directly on this site. First, click on your Community in the top right corner, then switch from Air-Freight to Sealift. So easy!
We do our thing
After placing your Northernshopper.com order, and/or registering for a Custom Sealift, you'll receive a contract number. Click the "Add to my 2026 Custom Sealift order" button to notify us of additional incoming shipments, procurement needs, or pickup requests. Our team will do the rest. See the contract for our 2026 sealift rates.
You get your thing
We'll add your cargo to one of our Community Seacans (Iqaluit Only) or deliver to a shipping partner (TSC, for example) if you live in another community. If you live in Iqaluit, we'll bring everything to your door after the ship arrives. If you live in another community, your shipping partner will inform you of next steps.
Commercial Air Freight vs Sealift
Northern Shopper can ship *anything up north. Refer to this quick reference guide to learn the differences between freight services and sealift.
Air freight gets it there faster. Sealift gets more there for less.
Air Freight |
Sealift |
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Urgent orders, fresh and frozen food, smaller shipments |
Large items, bulk food, equipment & supplies |
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Fast |
Slower |
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Higher cost per kg |
Much lower cost per kg, sometimes even free with subsidies |
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Multiple times per week, year round |
3 to 4 times per year |
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Almost any size |
Any size |
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Best for fresh, frozen and weekly food needs |
Great for large quantities of non-perishable food |
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Order daily |
Requires advance planning |
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