From Halifax to Victoria, and Beyond: 6 Tips for Moving Across the Country

Moving across the country is a vast change. While you won’t have to deal with immigration, many regional and logistical factors must be tackled, particularly in the early days as you plan and settle post-move. Orbit International Moving Logistics Ltd. has over 20 years of experience moving people all over Canada. We’ve got you covered whether you’re moving for work, school, family, or a change. Here are six tips for moving across the country.

Take some time to donate, sell, store, gift, and throw out items you won’t need after your move. By eliminating items that aren’t essential, you will save money. It means less to move, less to store, and less to unpack. 

Weather in Canada can be unpredictable, particularly in the winter. It may be helpful to aim for a flexible move day, so if there is a storm or any other issues, you have a few days of wiggle room to allow for unexpected challenges. While on the road, be sure to plan your route carefully, take plenty of rest breaks from driving, and, if you can, have more than one driver who can take shifts.

Look at your budget, needs, and stress levels to help you determine the best moving solution for your move. While some people opt for a do-it-yourself move, this will be very stressful since you are solely responsible for ensuring everything goes smoothly before, during, and after your move. Professional cross-country movers can offer options with different service levels to help meet your moving needs. These can include storage containers and solutions, packing services, pick-up, delivery, and more.

When you’re gearing up for a move, it’s easy to get caught up in all the details on your moving checklist—what to pack, what to leave behind, who to trust with your belongings. You might have heard the advice to shop around, get a few quotes, and compare companies. Sure, that’s good advice. But let’s be real: this process isn’t just about finding the cheapest full-service moving company. It’s about finding the right team for you—people who understand that your move is more than a transaction. It’s a transition. 

With Orbit, it’s not just about getting from point A to point B. It’s about getting there with confidence, knowing you’re backed by a team that genuinely cares about your move’s success. Click here to get a free quote.

You will need to take care of several administrative matters when moving to another province. They include updating your driver’s license and plates, health care/care card coverage, voting registration, and more. You will also need to make note of this change on your income tax for this year so you can be sure that the proper deductions, credits, and taxes are reported to Canada Revenue Agency (CRA).

While much of our billing and subscription services are now digital, we still need to change our addresses when moving. Click here to access an extensive list of address changes for your upcoming move.

While you are in the same country, a major move can make you feel worlds away from your old home. Be patient with yourself and try to approach your move with a growth mindset. Even if you’re introverted, say yes to offers from neighbours and coworkers to go out for a coffee or a bite to eat. Be a joiner and look into a regular fitness class, gym, or intramural sports to be active and meet others. Look ahead and plan to have others visit you in your new home so you can take them around and enjoy their company in your new surroundings. These small steps will help your new setting feel more friendly!