Moving guide - OCT 23, 2026
Moving in the Rain in Vancouver: How to Keep Things Dry
Moving in the rain in Vancouver or the Lower Mainland? How to pack, protect floors, plan around rainfall warnings and dry things out after the move.
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Moving & relocation guides, for a smoother move
Practical moving advice, packing checklists and local guides to help you plan your budget, prepare for moving day and settle into your next home.
OCT 08
Vancouver Movers Cost: Hourly vs Fixed Price (2026)
Most Vancouver movers charge $125–$190/hr plus travel time. See what that really adds up to, or get a fixed price upfront with no clock running.
OCT 23
Top 10 Moving Tips for a Smooth Move in the Lower Mainland
Ten moving tips for a local move in Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley: bridge timing, elevator booking, parking permits, month-end demand and costs.
OCT 23
Vancouver City Guide: What to See, Eat, and Do
A Vancouver guide worth using - the free-or-cheap alternatives to the tourist attractions, where to eat by neighbourhood, getting around, and day trips.
OCT 23
Property Transfer Tax in BC: Rates and Exemptions
BC property transfer tax is 1-3% of a home's value, due in cash at closing. Current rates, first-time-buyer and new-build exemptions, plus worked examples.
OCT 23
Outdoor Activities in BC: Where to Go, by Activity
The best BC spots for hiking, biking, paddling, and skiing - with distances, seasons, day-use passes, and what's within an hour of each major city.
OCT 23
Housing Affordability in Canada: Where It Stands
How housing affordability is measured, why Canadian prices ran up, the 200,000-home-a-year supply gap, what governments are doing, and what you can do now.
OCT 23
Lower Mainland Cities Compared: Where to Live
Metro Vancouver cities compared for relocation - rent, commute to downtown, transit, and who each suits, from Vancouver out to the Fraser Valley.
OCT 23
Living in BC: The Best Places, Costs, and Lifestyle
A guide to living in British Columbia - Vancouver, Victoria, Kelowna and beyond: what each region costs, the lifestyle, and how to choose.
OCT 23
Need to Move a Single Item in BC? The Cheapest Way
Move one sofa, mattress, fridge or Marketplace find in BC without a full truck: what it costs (small moves from $79), what sets the price and how to book.
OCT 23
A Complete Guide to Moving in British Columbia
Moving in BC: what renting costs by city, what movers cost by home size, movers vs. truck rental, when to book, and how to prep for the day.