Roll labels are custom-printed labels wound onto a cardboard core so they feed straight into your bottling line, automated applicator, or hand-held label dispenser. True Color quotes Saskatoon and Saskatchewan roll-label work starting from $325 for 1,000 labels, $1,395 for 5,000, and $2,395 for 10,000 — exact pricing depends on label size, substrate, core size, finish, and applicator setup, which is why we run roll labels as a quote-only product instead of an instant-checkout SKU. Reference prices above are quote anchors, not auto-pricing.
We print on two main roll-label substrates: gloss white BOPP (the polypropylene film most breweries, cannabis producers, and beverage canners specify — water-resistant, ice-bucket safe, fridge-condensation safe) and matte white vinyl (a softer look common for hot sauces, sauces in jars, and kombucha bottles). Both run on our in-house Roland UV printer, so colours cure instantly and won't smudge when the roll goes through your applicator. Prairie winters and Saskatchewan cold-chain handling don't faze either substrate — UV-cured inks stay locked to BOPP and vinyl in freezers, refrigerated trucks, and ice baths.
Quote turnaround is one business day once you send specs (label width × height, qty, core ID, substrate, finish, unwind direction). Production runs 5–7 business days after artwork approval for standard roll work. Same-day rush is generally not available on roll labels because of slitting and rewinding setup — small reruns (under 1,000) can sometimes be expedited for the standard +$40 flat rush fee, but call (306) 954-8688 first to confirm capacity. If you don't have print-ready artwork, our in-house designer builds production-ready files for $35 flat with a same-day proof.
Roll labels are best for high-volume packagers running inline equipment. If you only need a few hundred labels for a one-off product launch, our flat stickers (cut to shape, supplied loose or on backing sheets) are usually faster and cheaper — check that page first. Roll work makes sense once you're running enough volume that hand-applying becomes the bottleneck. Common Saskatchewan customers: craft breweries pushing cans and bottles through a canning line, cannabis producers needing CRA-compliant child-resistant labels at scale, hot-sauce makers, kombucha brewers, and packaged-food producers serving regional grocery. To start a quote, use our quote request form, or compare options against window decals and vinyl lettering for other packaging and signage needs.
What you need
Why True Color?
- Reference pricing — 1,000 labels ≈ $325, 5,000 ≈ $1,395, 10,000 ≈ $2,395 (quoted exactly to your specs)
- Two substrates: gloss white BOPP (waterproof) or matte white vinyl — both UV-cured
- Cores: 1" or 3" ID — match your inline applicator or hand-held dispenser
- In-house Roland UV printer — colours cure instantly, no smudging through applicator rollers
- Quote turnaround: 1 business day from receiving full specs
- Production: 5–7 business days standard after artwork approval
- In-house designer builds print-ready label files for $35 flat with same-day proof
- Small reruns (under 1,000) may qualify for +$40 flat rush — call (306) 954-8688 first to confirm
Instant price. No forms. Local pickup at 216 33rd St W, Saskatoon.
Frequently asked
How much do roll labels cost in Saskatoon?
Reference pricing: 1,000 labels start around $325, 5,000 around $1,395, and 10,000 around $2,395. These are quote anchors — actual price depends on label size, substrate (BOPP vs vinyl), core size, finish, and unwind direction. Every roll-label job is quoted in 1 business day. Submit specs through our quote form or call (306) 954-8688.
Why aren't roll labels available for instant checkout?
Roll labels have too many spec variables — core ID (1" or 3"), substrate, finish, unwind direction, applicator type — to auto-price reliably. We quote them manually so you get a real number tied to your exact setup. Reference: 1,000 labels ≈ $325. Send specs, get a real quote in 1 business day.
What's the minimum order for roll labels?
We start roll-label runs at 1,000 labels (≈ $325). Under 1,000 units the slitting and rewinding setup cost makes flat stickers ($45 for 50 on backing sheets) a better deal. If you need fewer than 1,000 and still want them on a core, we can quote it — but expect the per-label cost to be roughly double the 1,000-unit rate.
What substrates do you print roll labels on?
Two main options. Gloss white BOPP — polypropylene film, fully waterproof, ice-bucket and fridge safe (most breweries and beverage canners use this, no premium over base $325/1,000 reference). Matte white vinyl — softer look, also water-resistant (common for hot sauces and kombucha). Specialty options like clear BOPP or silver foil are quoted individually.
Do you offer same-day rush on roll labels?
Not on full new runs — slitting and rewinding setup typically adds a day even when art is approved. Small reruns under 1,000 labels on an existing job can sometimes be expedited for the standard +$40 flat rush fee if we have machine time. Always call (306) 954-8688 before assuming rush is available on a roll job.
What core size and unwind direction do I need?
Most North American inline applicators use a 3" core ID. Hand-held label dispensers and some bench-top applicators use a 1" core. Unwind direction (1 through 8) depends on which way your applicator pulls the label off the roll. If you're unsure, send a photo of your current label roll and we'll match it — no charge for spec confirmation as part of the quote.
Can you design my roll label too?
Yes. Our in-house designer builds production-ready roll-label files for $35 flat — covers initial layout and two revision rounds. We handle die-line setup, bleed, and CRA-compliant cannabis label layouts. Logo creation or full brand work is quoted separately (most simple logos $75–$150). You get a same-day proof on standard label layouts submitted before 10 AM.
Where do I pick up or get roll labels shipped in Saskatchewan?
Local pickup at 216 33rd St W, Saskatoon, SK — no shipping fee. We ship roll-label orders ($325+) anywhere in Saskatchewan and across the Prairies; freight is quoted with the job depending on size and weight. Most Saskatoon brewery and cannabis-producer customers pick up directly to keep labels off freight.