Begin by reserving the movers. You can ask them to pack all your belongings, only the fragile objects, or you can take charge of it yourself.
Get change of address forms from the post office and send them before the moving day.
Ask for a presentation letter from your current banking branch in order to open a new account at a new branch.
Recover all articles that you have stored; clean or repair them if necessary (for example fur coats and dry cleaning).
Make necessary arrangements to move perishable articles, particularly your plants.
Make necessary arrangements to move your pets.
Be sure to pack flammable liquids or toxic products safely because the movers do not have the right to transport them.
Do not forget to inform:
Public Services
• Electricity
• Gas
• Oil
• Water
• Telephone
Landline
(Cellular)
• Cable
• Post office
Professional services
• Doctor
• Dentist
• Lawyer
• Notary
• Broker
• Other
Various accounts
• Banks
• Credit cards
• Stores
• Pharmacy
• Cleaner
Insurances
• Life
• House and Car
• Personal goods
• Civil liability
• Commercial or professional
• Others
Governments
• Taxes
• Allowances
• Health insurance
• Régie des rentes
• Vehicle registration
• Driver’s license
• School
• Library
Publications
• Newspapers
• Magazines
• Professional reviews
• Journal from various associations and clubs
• Book, cds, video clubs
People and organizations
• Friends and parents
• Associations:
Civil
Social
Professional
Fitness
Checklist for the final day
• Read all the meters
• Decrease or turn off the heating
• Close and lock the doors and windows
• Keys left as agreed with the new occupants
