Shop, Deliver, Earn Cash - Instacart

Overview

Work your way. Get paid. Make someone’s day.

Sign up now and see why over 600,000 shoppers choose Instacart for flexible earnings.

How to sign up

1. Create account You must be 18+, eligible to work in Canada, and have access to a vehicle for deliveries.
2. Set up account in app Take photos of your driver’s licence, and enter bank account info to get paid.
3. Start earning money You’ll start seeing orders once your account is approved.

How shopping works

• Shop only the orders you want.
• Go to the store to pick items for the order.
• Chat with customers for questions or changes.
• Check out with your Instacart payment card.
• Deliver the order to the customer.
• Cash out as soon as 2 hours later.

Why shoppers choose Instacart

See what sets us apart, and read more about our commitments to shoppers.

Community

“It’s very unique how the common bond we share in the shopping community has brought people of all walks of life together.”

Rewards

“Upside is the bees knees! From gas to groceries to eating out. You can't beat the actual cash back you can see and cash out at any time. ”

Temecula, CA

Earnings

“I can set my own schedule and do enjoyable work . I can work 12-hour days or take 1 or 2 deliveries, depending on my goals that week.”

Chattanooga, TN

Support

“Thank goodness for phone support. Being able to speak to a person is way faster and more helpful than searching for answers online.”

Shoppers make it happen

Shopping lets you serve your community by delivering the things people need—from their favorite foods to last-minute gifts.

I delivered comfort food and medicine to a mom with sick toddlers. She was nearly in tears when I arrived.

I delivered groceries to an elderly gentleman sent from his daughter who lives out of state. He was so thankful to have human interaction and food. I even went a few days later to bring him some more food.

Timothy D. | Knoxville, TN

Common questions about shopping with Instacart

What is Instacart?

Instacart is an app that connects you to customers who need items delivered from local stores. You use the app to view orders in your area, choose the ones you want, then shop and deliver those items to your customers. When you get paid, you can cash out instantly and you can earn even more with tips for great service.

How do I sign up to become an Instacart shopper in Canada?

Just create an account at shoppers.instacart.ca . After that, download the Shopper app from the Apple App Store or the Google Play Store to complete the signup process. Once you’re approved to shop, you can start making money on your own schedule.

How do I get paid?

What are the requirements to become an Instacart shopper in Canada?

To be eligible to become an Instacart shopper in Canada, you must be at least 18 years of age, have legal authorization to work in Canada, be able to lift up to 40lbs (18kg) without accommodation, and have regular access to a reliable car and a smartphone capable of running the Instacart Shopper app.

What documents do I need to sign up?

All you need is your driver’s licence, social insurance number, and bank account information to set up direct deposit.

Not at all. As an Instacart shopper, you’ll get a payment card from Instacart and use it at the checkout register at every store you shop. Getting a payment card is simple. New shoppers usually receive their payment card in the mail 5 to 7 business days after completing the signup process.

Where can I find additional shopper support?

You can find additional shopper resources in our Shopper Help Center available in the Instacart Shopper app.

Download the latest version of the Instacart app for iOS or Android to make sure you have access to current help center content and other features.

Sign up now and start shopping in as soon as 1 hour.

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