Six reasons why buying Canadian fish can actually cost less

“Wait… buying Canadian can sometimes be cheaper?”

We hear this all the time from folks discovering Springhills—and we get it! Local food has a reputation for being more expensive. But when it comes to our Canadian fish, you might be surprised to learn it can cost up to 30% less than what you’ll find elsewhere.

Here’s how we do it—without cutting corners on quality:

1. Simple packaging, no frills 📦

Our fish goes straight from our reefer truck to your doorstep in a sturdy cardboard box. No plastic sleeves, no foam trays, no extra branding—just fish. That minimal packaging means fewer costs (and less waste).

2. Flash-frozen freshness, zero waste ❄️

We freeze our fish right after harvest, locking in peak freshness and dramatically reducing waste. In grocery stores, an estimated 15–35% of fresh fish is thrown out due to spoilage. For us? It’s close to zero.

3. No middle-fish 🏗️

When you order Springhills, you’re buying directly from the producers. No distributors, brokers, or grocery chains adding their own markup. Just you and us.

4. Smart delivery routes 🚛

We only deliver once a month—because it saves a ton on fuel, time, and labour. In fact, monthly routes can cut delivery costs by up to 80% compared to weekly ones. And those savings go right back into keeping our prices lower.

5. Shopping local, just like you 🍁

We source as many of our inputs as possible from Canadian suppliers, from fish feed to packaging. Local supply chains aren’t just more sustainable—they’re often more cost-effective, too.

6. More fish in more ponds 🐟📈

Before the pandemic, we were a pretty specialized operation. Now? We’ve diversified with multiple fish species, live fish sales across Canada, and a mix of wholesale and home delivery. That broader customer base helps us scale up and smooth out costs.

And here’s the best part: more and more Canadians are choosing Springhills every month. That growing support means we can keep becoming more efficient—and pass the savings back to you.

So yes, buying Canadian can be cheaper. And tastier, too. 😉