Our Policies

Everything you need to know about shipping, returns, and warranties

Shipping Policy

Shipping Rate

Ontario: $34.99 (Free shipping over $299.99)

Quebec: $39.99 (Free shipping over $299.99)

Nova Scotia, Northwest Territories, Newfoundland and Labrador, New Brunswick, Manitoba, British Columbia, Saskatchewan: $49.99 (Free shipping over $349.99)

Alberta, Yukon, Nunavut, Prince Edward Island: $59.99 (Free shipping over $349.99)


Dry Goods Shipping Shipping costs for dry goods are calculated at checkout based on the total weight and dimensions of the order. Heavy & bulk shipping rates may apply to some items like salt, skimmers, rocks & aquariums.
Shipping Rules & Restrictions

Billing and Shipping addresses must match.

Orders will be shipped to the address provided at checkout. Kane Aquarium will not refund orders that were given an insufficient, inaccurate, or invalid address.

Kane Aquarium DOES NOT ship to P.O. Box addresses.

There are NO REFUNDS on shipping costs for any reason.

  • Processing Time: Orders may take up to 3 days to process after payments have been cleared.
  • Shipping Schedule: * Payments received Wednesday (noon EST or later), Thursday, and Friday will ship on the following Tuesday.Payments received Saturday and Sunday will begin shipping on the following Tuesday.
  • Order Sequence: Orders are processed in the order they are received. During peak periods, it may take a few additional days to reach your order.

Returns Policy

Applicable for Dry Goods only!

We offer a 30-day return policy for dry goods. You have 30 days from the date you receive your order to request a return.

To be eligible for a return, the item must:

  • Be unused and in the same condition you received it.
  • Be in its original packaging with all tags and accessories.
  • Include the original receipt or proof of purchase.

To request a return, please contact us at kaneaquarium@gmail.com.

If your return request is approved, please ship the item to:

Kane Aquarium
Unit 9 – 1050 McNicoll Ave
Scarborough, ON M1W 2L8
Canada

Customers are responsible for return shipping costs unless the return is due to our error (such as receiving the wrong or a defective item).

Returns sent without prior authorization will not be accepted. Items returned in used, damaged, or non-original condition may be refused.

Restocking Fee

Approved returns for reasons other than our error are subject to a 5% restocking fee, which will be deducted from the refund amount. This fee helps cover payment processing, handling, and administrative costs.

Damaged, Defective, or Incorrect Items

Please inspect your order immediately upon delivery. If you receive a defective, damaged, or incorrect item, contact us as soon as possible at kaneaquarium@gmail.com with your order number and photos of the issue. We will review the claim and work to resolve it promptly.

Shipping Charges

Please note that the original shipping charges paid by the customer are non-refundable, except where required by applicable law or if the return is due to an error on the part of Kane Aquarium (such as receiving an incorrect or defective item).

Customers are also responsible for the cost of return shipping, unless the return is due to an error on the part of Kane Aquarium (such as receiving an incorrect or defective item).

Non-Returnable Items

The following items are final sale and cannot be returned or exchanged:

  • Live fish
  • Corals
  • Invertebrates
  • Live plants
  • Special-order or custom products
  • Aquarium installation or maintenance services
  • Hazardous materials, flammable liquids, or gases
  • Sale or clearance items
  • Gift cards

If you are unsure whether an item is eligible for return, please contact us before placing your order.

Exchanges

To receive a different item, please return the original item (if eligible). Once your return has been approved, you may place a new order for the replacement item.

Please note: All livestock sales are final and are not eligible for exchanges.

Refunds

Once we receive and inspect your returned item, we will notify you whether your refund has been approved.

If approved, your refund will be issued to your original payment method within 10 business days, less any applicable restocking fee. Processing times may vary depending on your bank or credit card provider.

If more than 15 business days have passed since your refund was approved and you have not received it, please contact us at kaneaquarium@gmail.com.

Order Cancellation

Orders may be cancelled only before they have been processed or shipped. Please contact us as soon as possible if you need to cancel your order.

If your cancellation request is approved for reasons other than an error by Kane Aquarium, a 5% cancellation fee will be deducted from your refund. This fee covers payment processing, handling, restocking, and administrative costs, where it applies.

Once an order has been shipped, it cannot be cancelled. If the item is eligible, you may request a return after delivery in accordance with this Return & Refund Policy.

Dead on Arrival (DOA) Policy

Our Dead on Arrival (DOA) Guarantee applies only to live livestock purchased through the Kane Aquarium website and shipped directly by Kane Aquarium.

To qualify for a DOA claim:

  • The claim must be submitted within 24 hours of the delivery time shown by the shipping carrier.
  • Email your claim to kaneaquarium@gmail.com with your order number, a description of the issue, and a clear, unedited video of the livestock.
  • The video must clearly show the livestock still sealed in its original, unopened shipping bag. If the bag has been opened, the DOA guarantee is void.
  • Claims submitted without the required video evidence will not be eligible for DOA coverage.

If your DOA claim is approved by Kane Aquarium, a store credit equal to the purchase price of the affected livestock will be issued to your online customer account.

The DOA guarantee covers only the value of the affected livestock. Shipping charges, handling fees, processing fees, and any other charges are non-refundable and will not be credited.

Kane Aquarium reserves the right to approve or deny any DOA claim based on the information and evidence provided.

Warranty Policy

All products come with a 1-year manufacturer warranty covering defects in materials and workmanship.

Delivery & Address Responsibility

Customers are responsible for providing a safe and accurate shipping address. Please double-check the address in your order confirmation email. Kane Aquarium will not provide refunds for orders where FedEx determines there is no safe location to leave the package.

Lost, Stolen, or Delayed Packages
  • Transit Risks: Kane Aquarium is not responsible for misplaced, lost, or stolen packages during transit. Under all circumstances, FedEx is the responsible party.
  • Shipping Delays: Kane Aquarium has no control over delays during the shipping process. For tracking updates or delay inquiries, please contact FedEx customer service.
  • Our Support: We will do our best to assist all customers in obtaining transit information or resolving issues regarding missing packages.
Claims Process
  • Review Period: All claims are reviewed case-by-case and may take up to 3 weeks to process.
  • Resolution: We must wait for FedEx to respond to a claim before taking further action. We appreciate your patience during this time.
  • Guarantees: Filing a claim does not guarantee that FedEx will partially or fully compensate you for a lost/stolen package.
Order Disputes

By purchasing, you agree not to initiate a chargeback for a completed order without first contacting us to resolve the issue directly.