Moving to Toronto
Moving to Toronto can be a large undertaking. As Canada’s largest metropolitan area, the city has a lot to offer newcomers to the area, whether they’re coming from the United States, across Canada, or from within Ontario. It can also be overwhelming to navigate a new city, especially one so large, which is why Trans Canada Movers is here to help.
With many years of experience in cross border and long distance moves, Trans Canada Movers is the perfect moving company for moves to and within Canada. We’ll ensure your items are safely packed and transported to your destination and save you the logistical stress. We even offer packing and storage services to help save you time and offer you some flexibility if you can’t move into your new home right away.
Why Move to Toronto
Whether you’re moving for work or for a change of scenery, Toronto has a lot to offer its residents. Here are a few reasons why it is worth moving to Toronto:
Well Connected. Getting around the city or to the connecting suburbs like Mississauga or Etobicoke is easy thanks to the robust public transit system. The TTC within the city consists of subways, streetcars, and buses, all using the same transit pass. The Union Pearson (UP) Express shuttles workers from downtown Toronto at Pearson station to three suburbs and the airport, all of which connect to bus routes for further destinations. Finally, GO Transit is an efficient way to skip the commute if you live within the GTA and work downtown, with access to Niagara Falls, Kitchener, Hamilton, Oshawa, and almost everywhere in between.
Diverse Neighbourhoods. From Cabbagetown to Kensington Market, West Queen West, and Dundas West, there’s so much to explore in Toronto that you could easily spend an entire day in each neighbourhood. Looking for a specific cuisine or shop? There’s a good chance you’ll find what you’re looking for in one of the approximately 158 neighbourhoods.
Entertainment. While some major Canadian cities may be dubbed as no fun, Toronto is far from that reputation. As many Canadians can attest, major musical acts tend to favour Toronto over anywhere else in Canada (though yes, often also visiting Vancouver) while on tour. Toronto is also home to Canada’s only NBA team, the Raptors, and MLB team, the Blue Jays. There’s also an NHL team, the Maple Leafs, but we won’t talk about it.
Things You’ll Love About Toronto
Across Canada, the debate of East vs West for the best large metropolis to live in is huge. Whether the debate is about the difference in weather or affordability, there is no clear winner. So, with as little bias as possible, here are the things worth loving about life in Toronto:
If you’re from the West or the Prairies, Toronto’s rail system is enviable. With connectivity to New York and Montreal, a long weekend getaway is more easily available if you don’t have a vehicle. As mentioned earlier, this rail system covers a lot of the GTA, making commuting much more efficient if you’re living further outside of the city, whether you have your own car or not.
Also mentioned earlier, life in Toronto is far from boring, with many options for entertainment throughout the year. From the Canadian National Exhibition (like the PNE, for those from Vancouver) to the Toronto International Film Festival and Jazz Fest, there’s always something to leave the house for.
If shopping is more your scene, Toronto boasts many large malls for shopping, entertainment, and even theme parks. CF Toronto Eaton Centre is perhaps the most prominent one, with diverse retail options in the heart of downtown. For more upscale fashion and luxury brands (including European chocolate), Yorkdale Shopping Centre is the place to be. Finally, Pacific Mall holds the title of one of the largest indoor Asian shopping centres when you’re looking for a Hong Kong-style market atmosphere.
Make Your Move to Toronto with Trans Canada Movers
Choose Trans Canada Movers when you’re ready to get moving to Toronto. We specialize in moves to Canada from the US and coast-to-coast moves, and will ensure your move is as stress-free as possible. Let us handle the logistics and heavy lifting so you can focus on finding the right place to call home and settling in.
Get started with our services today by requesting a free moving quote.