I am not sure what that means for their old system, but I do know that old accounts do not work on the new system so you will have to get a new account if the old one ever stops working.
This is NOT eligible for free upgrade to existing canada post users.
This is a completely new API and required a completely new build and codebase.
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I chose REST over the SOAP option because it doesn't require any other libraries like soap or nusoap. This should be extremely compatible with most sites.What does it do:
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This contrib adds real-time rates for Canada Post new Web Services System using the REST method as a shipping option on your store.
During checkout, the cart will get real-time rates directly from CanadaPost.ca
Notes:
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THIS DOES NOT USE THE OLDER SELLONLINE API.
THIS DOES NOT REQUIRE PORT 30000 TO BE OPEN.
YOU CANNOT USE YOUR SELLONLINE ACCOUNT WITH THIS SYSTEM
YOU MUST SIGNUP WITH CANADAPOST DIRECTLY (IT'S FREE)
Requirements:
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Your host must support php curl (most do)
You must have a CanadaPost developer account
Sign up for free here:
https://www.canadapost.ca/cpotools/apps ... ution=e2s1
Main features:
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* Uses the brand new (Mar 2012) Canada Post Web Services REST service.
* Supports Local, USA and Int'l rates.
* Customers Get live shipping rates from Canada Post immediately during checkout.
* Automatically displays the proper quotes based on customer country code.
* Volumetric, Linear, or Static Shipping calculation options.
* Configurable alowed shipping methods.
* Full error message support.
* Customizable service names in language file.
* Option to display delivery weight.
* Option to display delivery dimensions.
* Option to display delivery date (where available).