Moving to Canada is easy
Last year, we helped more than 200 families move to Canada
There are a few different ways of exporting household items to Canada, which vary in price and speed. Robinsons offer an international removals service that will meet you budget, whether it be via:
- Groupage (sharing the cost of a shipping container)
- Full container load (your own container)
- Air freight (for those moves that are more urgent)
We have regular shipments to Toronto, Vancouver, Montreal and Quebec, so if you are planning to move to Canada simply contact our International Removals expert team who will walk you through the whole process and all of your options. We will work with you to come up with the best solution for you.
Local branch near you
Our branches cover most of the UK.
Dedicated move managers
Take care of all move paperwork, including parking requirements.
Customer-first approach
We know moving is stressful, that’s why we put you first.
Flexible service
We make the move fit you to take the stress away.
“Excellent” TrustPilot rating
Our customers love us – see what they say!
Competitive pricing
We price competitively, but never compromise our quality of service.
100+ years experience
Robinsons have been moving families and businesses since 1895.
Free, no obligation survey & quote
Call today to arrange your home survey.
Your international move with Robinsons in 6 steps
Step 1
We quote your move
Step 2
We schedule your move
Step 3
We pack and load
Step 4
We deal with customs
Step 5
We keep you informed
Step 6
We deliver at destination
Our recommended top 4 priorities to tackle when moving to Canada
Immigration
If you are looking to relocate permanently to Canada, you need to apply to one of Canada’s immigration programmes. To get some guidance and check your eligibility, visit the Government of Canada website.
Home
Whether you are planning on renting or buying a property, these websites are the perfect starting points to check the types of property on the market and their cost: realtor.ca, remax.ca and zoocasa.ca.
Schools
Each provincial and territorial government runs its own education system, thus creating significant curriculum differences amongst jurisdictions. The Council of Ministers of Education, Canada website provides key information to help you choose the right school for your children.
Healthcare
If you already have the Canadian citizenship or if you are a permanent resident card holder, you can apply for Canada universal healthcare system. Each province and territory has their own public health insurance scheme, so visit the Government of Canada website for more detailed information. Private healthcare insurance is available to cover additional healthcare expenses as well.
FAQs - Moving To Canada
As a result of Canada’s regulations, there are certain things that you may have to leave behind. For a comprehensive summary of the Canadian Border Services Agency requirements, please read the FIDI Customs Guide for Canada
And if you can’t find a home for the items that you can’t take with you to Canada, Robinsons offers first-class, secure storage facilities.
We quote the following shipping times for popular destinations:
- 4-5 weeks for east coast (Montreal, Québec, Toronto)
- 5-7 weeks for west coast (Vancouver)
All moves to Canada are overseen by our expert international removals team.
Call 0800 521 541 and get your quote today!
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