Moving to Canada? Here at Burke Bros Moving Group we have over three decades of experience relocating couples and families to Canada. With our long established overseas Canadian agents means your mind will be at rest with your relocation to Canada. You’ll benefit from an experienced Canadian export packing team along from with our Canadian Quarantine and Customs & Excise expertise. Plus, if required, UK Storage pre your Canada shipping.
One of our experienced estimators will visit you in your home so we can accurately calculate the volume you wish to take and any of your packing requirements. Calculating the correct volume is key to a realistic quotation and the estimator can offer you some invaluable advice in preparation for your move.
There are several documents that you will need to ship your items to Canada, the importer’s first declaration should be made at the airport upon arrival, where they will complete a B4E form, together with a copy of their packing list. This should include make, model and serial number of all electrical items. Other required documents include; copy of passport and immigration papers, purchase receipts or proof of value for any items under six months old and a descriptive inventory of goods in English.
All used household and personal effects being imported into Canada are duty free provided they have been owned and used by the importer for at least 6 months prior to importation, while returning former residents must also have lived outside Canada for more than 12 months. Seasonal residents are allowed a one-time entry of effects and cannot dispose of any goods for a year and will have to hold a property deed or rental agreement.
Personal attendance during Customs clearance by the importer is mandatory and should begin with completion of a Border Declaration of ‘goods to follow’ at the airport on arrival (B4E). Once goods arrive a second Personal Declaration at customs will be required.
Personal attendance during Customs clearance by the importer is mandatory and should begin with completion of a Border Declaration of ‘goods to follow’ at the airport on arrival (B4E). Once goods arrive a second Personal Declaration at customs will be required.
Canada is a signatory to the CITES agreement that controls trade and movement of endangered species.
www.cites.ec.gc.ac
Electrical items will not generally function on the Canadian system, due to the different voltages utilised.
For the same reasons, i.e current/voltage issues and differing broadcast systems, it is not recommended to take TV’s from the UK to Canada.
Pets are permitted entry into Canada, but will be subject to the following:
Used or second hand vehicles are generally prohibited (with a few exceptions), unless of current year manufacture. Any vehicle considered for importation would need to have been made for the Canadian market and suitable to pass all Canadian safety and emission standards.
Toronto in the province of Ontario, is Canada’s largest city, the fourth largest in North America and is home to a diverse population of about 2.8 million people. It is a global centre for business, finance, arts and culture and is consistently ranked one of the world’s most liveable cities. The Ontario capital is nestled between the Two Great Lakes of Huron and Ontario, after which the region is named. The lakes are one of Canada’s most distinctive features and many tourists come to hike, swim and boat along their shores.
Official Website: https://www.toronto.ca
Montreal is a city in the Canadian Province of Quebec and is the second largest city in Canada, with French being the city’s official language. It is named after ‘Mount Royal’ the triple-peaked hill in the heart of the city and the city is located on the Island of Montreal. The City benefits from Canada’s social development programmes such as universal health insurance and free education as well as a reasonable cost of living compared to other larger cities in Canada.
Official Website: https://ville.montreal.qc.ca
Calgary is the largest city in the province of Alberta in Canada. It has an estimated population of just over 1,097,000 making it third largest municipality in Canada. It is situated between the confluence of the Bow River and Elbow River in the south and is approximately 80km East of the front ranges of the Canadian Rockies. Those looking to move to Canada, who wish to have a career in construction, engineering, agriculture, high-tech or energy sectors would have many opportunities in Calgary.
Official Website: https://www.calgary.ca
Ottawa is the capital of Canada. The city has an estimated population of 944,000 making it the fourth largest city by population in Canada. Founded in 1826 as ‘Bytown’ the city has since evolved into the political and technological centre of Canada. Ottawa finds itself on the border of the predominantly French-speaking Quebec, which gives those looking to relocate a unique experience at the crossroads between French and English Canada.
Official Website: https://ottawa.ca/en
Edmonton is the capital of the Canadian province of Alberta and is situated on the North Saskatchewan River. Edmonton is the northernmost North American city with a population over one million, the city population is estimated 815,000. Edmonton is home to the largest stretch of urban parkland in North America with more than 22 major parks and 150km of trails. Edmonton has many attractions & recreational activities and play host to over 30 festivals & events each year.
Official Website: https://www.edmonton.ca
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