Unexpected Statistics for Multifamily Holiday Package Delivery
Driven by the surge in gift orders for friends and family, the holiday season is traditionally an exceptionally busy time for package delivery. But how much do you know about the increase in package shipments this year?
Here are four surprising holiday package statistics that shed light on this year’s significant increase in package volume:
1. The Impact of E-Commerce
Property managers are familiar with the inevitable spike in package deliveries during December, driven by simultaneous gift orders from dozens to hundreds of residents. According to Mordor Intelligence, the Canada courier, express, and parcel market is expanding because e-commerce continues to escalate parcel volumes, international trade diversification is redirecting flows into premium express channels, and federal sustainability incentives are reshaping fleet strategies. Online sales continue to be a primary driver of parcel volumes, with e-commerce expected to outpace brick-and-mortar retail growth.
2. 25% Faster Resident Package Pick-Up
In the midst of the holiday season, residents have shown an increased eagerness to pick up their packages, resulting in a 25% reduction in the average package pickup time from Lockourier lockers. This is especially beneficial for real estate properties with automated package systems, as faster pick-ups free up lockers more quickly to accommodate the higher volume of packages during the holiday rush.
3. Private Carriers Take The Lead
Due to past labor uncertainty and strikes at Canada Post, many shippers have shifted volumes to private carriers like Purolator, UPS, and FedEx, contributing to a steadier, more predictable volume for these private sector logistics providers during peak season.
The National Retail Federation noted that the peak of delivery season changed this year. “This year’s peak season has come and gone, largely due to retailers frontloading imports ahead of reciprocal tariffs taking effect,” said Jonathan Gold, NRF vice president for supply chain and customs policy. That gives property managers time to plan ahead of 2026 to implement more robust parcel management strategies and systems to support their tenants and employees.