Moving to Canada from Australia
Trading the Australian coast for a life in Canada is one of the biggest moves you can make, and around 15,000km of ocean means the shipping deserves as much planning as the visa. Whether you’re headed for Vancouver’s mountains, Toronto’s job market, or a quieter life in the Maritimes, the cost of getting your household there varies enormously between movers. Comparing quotes is the single easiest way to avoid overpaying.
Since 2004 we’ve connected Australians with vetted international movers who compete directly for the job, so a fair price finds you instead of the other way around.
Shipping a container to Canada
Nearly all household moves from Australia to Canada travel by sea, arriving into Vancouver on the west coast or Halifax and Montréal in the east. Your two main options:
- Full container (FCL): best value for a whole house, with your goods sealed and shipped exclusively
- Shared container (LCL): you pay only for the space you use, ideal for apartments or partial loads
Your mover arranges booking, port handling, and Canadian customs clearance, including the goods-to-follow declaration returning residents and new immigrants need.
Shipping furniture to Canada
Replacing furniture in Canada is expensive, so shipping your own often makes financial sense, even accounting for freight. Solid timber pieces, in particular, are usually worth bringing.
Ready to go? Compare free, no-obligation quotes and pick the mover that matches your budget and moving date.
