Relocating: One thing the pandemic has taught us about our jobs is that a lot of us can work remotely without any issues. In fact, many of us have actually been more productive working from home. This gives a lot of us the perfect reason to leave the cities that no longer suit us to find greener pastures elsewhere in the country, or even the world (when we can travel the world again, that is…). If you have chosen to move to Toronto, here are 5 great tips to make your relocation process a smooth and enjoyable one.

1. Pick Your Movers Wisely

In this day and age, finding a reputable removals company is just a few clicks away. With a host of available companies offering their services online and an even bigger selection of (hopefully) personal reviews from previous clients. Do a bit of research before you choose yours, look for things like insurance policies, COVID-19 compliance and affordability – although sometimes it’s worth paying for the added extras like packers and boxes.

2. Find Suitable Accommodation Without Pressure

Don’t feel forced into buying a house that you aren’t really thrilled with, all that will happen is you will get tied into a place that doesn’t meet your requirements. If you are moving for work and you just need a lovely little place that’s close to most things until you find your dream home to buy, instead of settling for less I recommend looking for apartments for rent Scarborough. That will give you ample enough time to find something perfectly suited to your unique needs.

3. Choose The Right Neighbourhood

Different areas have different pros and cons. Are you looking for a quiet life in the safety of the surrounding suburbs, or a bustling urban city life that’s close to everything exciting? Once you know exactly what it is you’re looking for in a neighborhood it will make the actual selection process so much easier. Once you’ve narrowed it down to 3 possibilities, do more research on each one until you can rank them accordingly in your own mind. Once you’ve sorted out all of the major stuff, your move should be problem-free and you can take some well-deserved time to relax and unwind.

4. Don’t Be Fooled

Toronto is a massive city, filled with some of the best people you will ever meet. Don’t be fooled into thinking it is a small city. Toronto has so many wonderful things about it, which I’m sure you already know about because you want to move there already. Just remember that big cities aren’t without their own set of problems, this is especially important to remember if you are relocating from a small town into a big city like Toronto. Canadians, in general, are awesome people – but they aren’t all just polite people who constantly have maple syrup on hand.

5. Make Arrangements Before You Move

Simple things that might slip your mind when you’re under pressure, like utility transfers, notifying your bank, address changes and even things like getting a Toronto driving license, are all highly important and need to be done in advance. The more things you can organize in advance, the smoother your entire relocation process will be.