Relocation services for British Columbia, Canada

Moving to B.C.

This section covers the basics of moving to British Columbia. There is so much involved in moving that it can really help to have advice from someone who has done it before.

Before you leave...

Read our checklist of things to do before you leave for Canada - don’t leave home without it.

Arrival checklist

When you first land in B.C. there are a lot of things to do. This handy checklist will help you keep track of things to do. Read more »

Medical Services

Canada’s health service, the Medical Services Plan (MSP), will cover you once you have been in Canada three months. But what does it cover? Read more »

Shopping Guide

This guide aims to help you with costs of the essentials you need to set up home in Canada. Read more »

Utility costs

Read this guide to costs for your electricity (hydro), gas, cable, water, sewage and telephone. Read on »

Car Insurance

Insuring your car (or vehicle as Canadians often say) is somewhat different in B.C. And our guide includes how to get your no claims record recognized in Canada. More »

Cellphones

Are you thinking of bringin your cellular phone (mobile phone) to Canada? Read this first.

What to bring

When you move to Canada, what should you bring and more importantly what should you leave behind? Read more »

Bringing your dog or cat

You don’t have to leave your cherished pooch or moggie behind. How could you? We brought our dog, Jasper, and he has settled in very well. Here’s our guide on how to bring your pets »

News sources

When you are in the UK (or anywhere else outside Canada) you may find reading to Canadian newspapers or even listening to local radio stations helps with your research. And it can help with morale too, as you imagine living in your new home. Find out more »

You may also be interested in Outbound Publishing who publish a number of magazines and run the Emigrate Show - check them out for all your emigration news, contacts and opportunities.

Support groups

Lighthouse Park in Vancouver has trails
through spectacular old growth forest.When you are waiting to move and when you first arrive, it is great to have somewhere that you can get some support. The internet is a great way to connect with others in the same situation, get advice from those, like us, who have done it and even connect with others once you have arrived. We have a few groups that we can recommend, so read on »

Renting

When you first arrive you will likely want to rent somewhere to live. We have some advice on finding somewhere. Read on »