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Kent Building Supplies
Kent Building Supplies
Canada Parent company: J.D. Irving, Limited
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True North
90%
Capital: Canada
Capital: Canada (profits)
Control: Canada
Control: Canada (decisions)

Kent Building Supplies achieves a high True North score due to its domestic ownership and strategic control. As a subsidiary of J.D. Irving, Limited, profits and high-level decision-making remain concentrated in Canada. Its operational score reflects a strong physical presence in the Atlantic provinces.

Vector Breakdown
Inputs
low
10 /20
The retailer stocks a mix of domestic and international brands. While some raw materials are sourced from parent-owned Canadian operations, total input geography is not fully disclosed.
Capital
Capital (profits)
high
40 /40
The entity is a subsidiary of a privately held Canadian conglomerate. Ownership and profit retention remain within Canada.
Control
Control (decisions)
high
20 /20
Strategic decision-making and headquarters functions are located in New Brunswick. Management for the retail division operates from within Canada.
Operations
high
20 /20
The entity maintains a significant physical footprint across Atlantic Canada. Operations include retail locations and distribution infrastructure employing a domestic workforce.
Quick Verdict

No duty risk for Canadian customers. Canada-anchored business.

Try Cost: You Pay
Friction: Moderate
Friction Score: 25/100 (0 = seamless, 100 = most restrictive)
Duty: Safe
Shopping & Logistics
Physical Stores
New Brunswick flag New Brunswick
Newfoundland and Labrador flag Newfoundland and Labrador
Nova Scotia flag Nova Scotia
Prince Edward Island flag Prince Edward Island
Free Shipping
Captured Jan 21, 2026
$49+
βœ“ Verified
"Free parcel shipping on most orders over $49 (before taxes). Some exclusions apply based on size, weight, and destination."
Shipping & Delivery | kent.ca/shipping-delivery
Captured Jan 21, 2026
Online Returns
Captured Jan 21, 2026
You Pay
30d window
Returns to: 🌍 Canada
βœ“ Verified
"Items must be returned within 30 days... shipping charges are non-refundable and the customer is responsible for return shipping costs."
Returns Policy | kent.ca/returns-policy
Captured Jan 21, 2026
In-Store Returns
Captured Jan 21, 2026
Easy
30d
Original Payment
βœ“ Verified
"Online purchases can be returned to any Kent store for a full refund to the original method of payment within 30 days."
Returns Policy | kent.ca/returns-policy
Captured Jan 21, 2026
Customs Duties
Captured Jan 21, 2026
Safe
Ships from: Domestic Warehouse - Canada
βœ“ Verified
"Kent is a Canadian owned and operated company. All orders ship from within Canada; no customs or duties apply to domestic orders."
Shipping & Delivery | kent.ca/shipping-delivery
Captured Jan 21, 2026
Price Protection
Captured Jan 21, 2026
Yes - 30 Days (By Request)
⚠️ Must contact support with receipt
βœ“ Verified
"If we lower our price within 30 days of your purchase, we will refund the difference. We also match any local competitor's advertised price."
Price Match Guarantee | kent.ca/price-match-guarantee
Captured Jan 21, 2026
Customer Support
Captured Jan 21, 2026
πŸ“ž Local Phone
βœ“ Verified
"Contact our Customer Service team at 1-800-565-4357 or by email at info@kent.ca. Available Monday to Friday."
Contact Us | kent.ca/contact-us
Captured Jan 21, 2026
Return Gotchas
🚫 Final Sale Items
This retailer has prominent final sale items that cannot be returned
πŸ“¦ You Pay Return Shipping
You pay for return shipping costs
🚚 Original Shipping Not Refunded
Original shipping cost is not refunded
Excluded Items
βœ“ Verified
"Shipping charges are non-refundable... Returns must be in original packaging and in resalable condition. Photo ID required for returns."
Returns Policy | kent.ca/returns-policy
Try Cost Breakdown
Return Shipping
You Pay
Restocking Fee
None
Original Shipping Refunded
No
Refund Method
Original Payment
Return Window
30 days

Expected outcome: If you return online, expect to pay return shipping and won't get original shipping back.

Rewards Program
Captured Jan 21, 2026
None / Unknown

We haven't linked a rewards program for this retailer or none is offered.

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