I am moving from Vancouver to Ottawa the end of August. I was looking at having someone move my stuff for me, but this is far too expensive. I am now looking at sending some stuff by Canada Post and then renting a truck (from Budget or National) to drive the bigger stuff home.
I live in a one bedroom and it is pretty packed with stuff. A lot will get thrown out during packing, so not TOO much stuff to move.
Does anyone have any experiences with the drive across Canada? How much will the truck rental cost? What is the best company to use?
Any advice would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!
2006-07-07 14:43:07 · 8 answers · asked by sand_anne 1 in Travel ➔ Canada ➔ Vancouver
If you are young and strong, rent a truck if not have a shipper come in and let them do it.
U- Haul trucks are generally junk so check it out carefully before you rent it.
One of the good household movers will in the long run cost about the same as renting and buying gas. And you don't have to drive the truck either.
2006-07-07 14:55:37 · answer #1 · answered by pinelake302 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I hear that putting boxed items on the Greyhound bus is the least expensive way to ship your belongings.
However, selling all your stuff and coming out with your suitcase would be the best.You can always buy 'new' second hand stuff in Ottawa.
When I moved from the West coast the company paid. If they hadn't...I would have sold everything except my photos and 2 lg suitcases full of clothes.
The drive across Canada is long and tedious, but beautiful.It is a great way to see a part of Canada. I shared the driving as well.
I believe the rental companies are all very similar. Remember to read all the fine print.
Good Luck
2006-07-07 15:02:19 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
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Hi , we ourselves are considering the same. However from my initial research it is clear that my current qualifications/degree will not be recognized by Canadian firms so either I have to compromise by taking low-level skill jobs ( which Im not keen on) or re-qualify myself as per the State requirement (which can be a lengthy n costly process ) . Also good jobs come your way only if you have "Canadian experience" which one cant get easily without qualifications !. Its a Catch 22 out there. I would encourage you to find out the same about your profession before you make the big leap. Either which way all the best.
2016-04-04 00:53:43 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have been in that situation too... Moved from Although it was from Calgary to Ottawa..the best thing to do is to sell as much stuff as you can. I mean sell sell sell !!! And for the things you have left ship by Greyhound. U-Haul is not a good Idea unless you have lots of money laying around. To ship it by air also not a good idea, they charge by weight. Best of luck !
2006-07-08 18:20:47 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have used the railroad system to move from BC to Ontario. They were the cheapest way to do it, and they can handle very large items and weights, but I had to get a truck to deliver my crates at my origin, and to pick them up from the train yard at the destination. It worked out very well, and I would do it again in a flash.
2006-07-07 15:46:34 · answer #5 · answered by Nanneke 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Two words. Canada Post.
2006-07-11 11:10:50 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
I am looking also trust me getting a moving company isnt the answer they will cost you over 2 grand.......I was looking at uhaul thats cash also ...just in gas alone with the price of that.....I think Ive found my answer.......purolator....they seem pretty good....
2006-07-07 17:32:15 · answer #7 · answered by Twiggy 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Stay in Vancouver - you will not like Ottawa - especially the Winters.
2006-07-07 14:51:51 · answer #8 · answered by fatsausage 7 · 0⤊ 2⤋