Change of Address Checklist

The sooner you get out word about your new address, the easier settling in will be. Some government agencies even require that you send a change of address within 90 days of moving.

Notify Canada Post first!

For a small fee, Canada Post will redirect your mail to your new address for six months. That way, you can send change of address notification to other companies and services as they send you mail to your new home.

Change your address online with Canada Post.

Print and use the change of address checklist
below as a guide:

Done	Notify
	Canada Post
	Canada Customs and Revenue Agency
	Ministry of Transportation (While most provinces require that you update your driver's license, vehicle registration and plates within 90 days, it can vary from province to province. Please check with your local office before moving.)
	Canada Pension Plan (CPP)
	Old Age Security
	Family Allowance
	Employment Insurance
	Ministry of Health
	Financial Institutions (bank accounts, investment firms, brokerage firms, financial advisor)
	Credit Card Company (including rewards point programs)
	Insurance Company (life, medical, automobile, home, etc.)
	Utilities (phone, Internet, electricity, gas, water, cable, etc.)
	Schools and Daycare
	Doctors and Dentist
	Lawyer
	Accountant
	Subscriptions (magazines, newspapers, newsletters, charities, book clubs, etc.)
	Church
	Sports or Social Clubs (including business associations and library)
	Your Work
	Volunteer Organizations
	Relatives
	Friends
	Miscellaneous

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