When it comes to the e-commerce giant Amazon, people often think of its vast selection of products and highly efficient logistics network.

As an industry benchmark, Amazon’s logistics system is not only its core competitiveness, but also an important factor in winning consumer trust. On the eve of the 2024 shopping season, Amazon has been very active in the Canadian market, launching two major logistics facilities within a month, demonstrating its ambition in the global e-commerce logistics sector through concrete actions.

Mayor and councilors visit the new delivery site. Image source: YorkRegion.com

DOI4 Delivery Station: Unlocking the “Last Mile” Delivery

In Richmond Hill, Ontario, Canada, Amazon’s newly launched DOI4 delivery station has become a major highlight in its recent logistics deployment. Covering 225,000 square feet, this site is an important part of Amazon’s “last mile” delivery network.

DOI4 is mainly responsible for sorting, scanning, and loading packages to ensure that customers’ orders are delivered efficiently. Its unique geographical location—close to Highway 404—further optimizes delivery efficiency. The opening of this site not only brings faster service to consumers but also creates a large number of local jobs.

So far, DOI4 has recruited 150 full-time and seasonal employees and is expected to handle over 50,000 packages per day during peak season, effectively easing the pressure of holiday deliveries. Through DOI4, Amazon has taken “last mile” efficiency to a new level, providing more efficient logistics support for consumers during peak periods such as Black Friday and Christmas.

Amazon launches DOI4 employee recruitment. Image source: YorkRegion.com

YHM2 Fulfillment Center: Enhancing Regional Logistics Hub Strength

Just before the opening of DOI4, Amazon announced the official launch of the YHM2 fulfillment center in Cambridge, Ontario. As a massive facility covering 1 million square feet, YHM2 is not only an important regional logistics hub, but is also regarded as the “brain” of Amazon’s Canadian logistics network.

YHM2’s functions go beyond storage; it is also responsible for managing and distributing product inventory. By quickly allocating inventory to Amazon’s robotic fulfillment centers, YHM2 has effectively improved delivery speed and met consumers’ growing expectations for express services. Currently, Amazon has deployed 12 fulfillment centers, 2 sorting centers, and 16 delivery stations in Ontario, forming an efficient logistics network that covers the entire province. The commissioning of YHM2 has further strengthened the power of this network.

YHM2 fulfillment center officially put into operation. Image source: Amazon

Why Canada? The Potential of the E-commerce Market Cannot Be Underestimated

Amazon’s successive launches of two major logistics facilities in Canada clearly reflect its well-thought-out strategic considerations.

As the third largest economy in North America, Canada not only has users with high purchasing power, but its e-commerce market is also growing rapidly. According to Statista, in 2024, Canada’s e-commerce market revenue is expected to reach $65.55 billion, and will continue to expand at a compound annual growth rate of 9.76% over the next five years, possibly surpassing $104.4 billion by 2029.

Canada’s e-commerce market is experiencing rapid growth. Image source: Statista

More importantly, Canadian consumers have a very high demand for efficient and reliable logistics services. As e-commerce penetration continues to increase, the efficiency and stability of delivery services have become key factors in platform competition. By strengthening its logistics layout, Amazon has not only seized the market initiative but also further consolidated its market position with high-quality services.

Future Outlook: Continued Upgrading of Logistics Competition

The launch of DOI4 and YHM2 marks a new height in Amazon’s logistics deployment in the Canadian market.

With the continued growth of the e-commerce market, Amazon’s logistics network will become an important weapon in its global competition. Whether it is providing more efficient services to consumers or setting new benchmarks for the industry, Amazon is demonstrating with action what it means for “logistics to reign supreme.”