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List of non-insurable contents
We have no liability for loss or damage of shipments that contain:
- Bank notes or coins (except collectors’ bank notes and collectors’ coins specified below)
 - Stocks
 - Bonds
 - Negotiable premium coupons or other securities and instruments (financial or legal)
 - Coupons (excluding gift certificates)
 - Lottery tickets
 - Trading stamps
 - Travellers’ cheques
 - Liquid and dry patient specimens (including biological specimens)
 - Cremated remains
 - Organs
 - Animals
 - Any unacceptable item as defined by the Non-mailable Matter Regulations
 
Exclusions and restrictions on certain items
We have no liability for damage of shipments containing fragile items.
Fragile items include, but are not limited to:
- Ceramics
 - Glass
 - Porcelain
 - Mirrors
 - Crystal
 - Pottery
 - China
 - Perishable items or items requiring refrigeration or temperature-controlled transportation
 
Electronic goods
We have no liability for damage of shipments containing electronic goods that are shipped in any packaging other than:
- The manufacturer's original packaging, which is undamaged and has retained its intended shape and strength
 - Packaging that abides by our packaging guidelines
 - Our packaging for the shipment of electronics including, but not limited to, tablets and smartphones
 
Refer to our packaging guidelines for more information.
Prescription or non-prescription drugs
We have no liability for loss, delay, or damage of packages mailed to destinations outside of Canada containing:
- Prescription or non-prescription drugs
 - Other items which may be subject to export or import prohibition or restriction
 
Please note: These lists are subject to change. Refer to our terms and conditions for the most up-to-date listing of non-insurable contents.