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MTS Moving
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MTS Moving
Preparing your move…
MTS Moving
Preparing your move…
You’ve got enough to think about already. From professional packing to on-time delivery, we make your cross-province move feel smooth and secure.
You’re making a big move from Alberta to Ontario. Maybe it’s a career opportunity, family pulling you back east, or your next chapter calling from Canada’s biggest city.
Whatever the reason, moving across provinces isn’t simple and trusting someone with everything you own makes it even heavier. You don’t just need a mover. You need confidence.
For many people, Ontario represents access: larger job markets, established industries, education, and being closer to family and long-term roots. Cities like Toronto, Ottawa, and the GTA offer professional growth, cultural depth, and opportunities that make the move worth it even when planning it all feels like a full-time job.
When you’re ready to head east, MTS takes care of the details that matter most. From careful packing to reliable delivery, we handle your Alberta-to-Ontario move with clarity, experience, and certainty, so you can focus on settling into your new province.
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| Factor | Alberta | Ontario |
|---|---|---|
| Average Monthly Cost – single (including rent) | About $3,000–$3,500 in major cities like Calgary/Edmonton | About $3,800–$4,300, higher in GTA centres like Toronto |
| Average Monthly Cost – family of four | Roughly $5,800–$6,500 | Roughly $6,800–$7,800 |
| Typical 1-Bed Rent (Big City) | Calgary/Edmonton: ~$1,600–$1,900/month | Toronto: ~$2,400–$2,600/month |
| Average Home Price In Major City | Calgary: benchmark around $560K; average roughly $615K | Toronto: average often around $1.1M+ |
| Sales Tax on Most Purchases | 5% GST only (no provincial sales tax) | 13% HST (5% GST + 8% provincial part) |
| Provincial Income Tax (Typical Range) | Lower brackets, roughly 10–15% across most incomes | Higher brackets; top provincial rate over 20% on high incomes |
| Key Financial Perks | Lower housing costs, lower taxes, high median wages | Higher housing and tax burden, but strong asset growth in some markets |
From university towns to major metros, we handle your relocation with precision and care. Popular Ontario destinations include:
We also serve surrounding towns and smaller communities throughout southern Ontario. If it’s in Ontario, we’ll get your belongings there safely and on time.
When Kolawole decided to move from Calgary to Toronto, he had one hope above all: that his long-distance relocation would be smooth, honest, and free of hidden fees. Too often, he’d heard stories of surprise charges, delays, and unexpected costs from friends and online forums and he didn’t want that to be his experience.
From the very first conversation with MTS, everything felt different. The communication was clear and thorough. “The team was with me throughout the entire process and was very honest and thorough,” Kolawole says.
There was a clear quote and step-by-step timeline. When moving day came, the crew showed up on time, worked with precision, and treated his belongings with respect, just as promised.
Ten days later, everything arrived in Toronto on schedule, damage-free, and with no extra charges tacked on at the end. “No damages, no delays, and no extra fees,” Kolawole recalls, “truly a stress-free service.”
What had started as a big cross-country move ended exactly how it should: efficient, professional, and trustworthy, the real deal from start to finish.
Your belongings are covered with $1.50 per lb of standard protection and no deductible. Far more comprehensive than the industry norm.
We set clear timelines and stick to them. Your shipment is scheduled to arrive within 3 weeks, and if we miss it, we pay you $50 per day.
Know exactly where your things are and how much they weigh. We provide live tracking plus video-verified scale footage so there’s no uncertainty or billing dispute.
Your move isn’t handed off to day laborers. Every member of our crew is full-time, trained, and experienced. Even our least seasoned mover has 5+ years of professional experience.
Get a strong estimate before moving day with our online weight calculator. That means more accurate quotes and fewer surprises when it’s time to load.
One dedicated point of contact manages your move from planning to delivery. No confusion. No dropped messages. Just consistent communication and support.
Pressed for time? Choose full or partial packing and unpacking. From fragile artwork to everyday boxes, we wrap, pack, and place things where you want them at your Ontario destination.
We offer no-obligation estimates, either virtually or in person, so you get a complete picture of your move before you commit.
When life takes you east, MTS is the team that gets you there with reliable. Hear from Albertans who made the journey to Ontario and trusted us every step of the way.
"I just moved from Edmonton to Toronto. A stressful long-distance move, but MTS made it so much easier. They were professional, honest, and took great care of all my items. Highly recommend!"
"MTS Moving is the best! From my first call with the team, I felt completely assured. The Calgary crew was punctual, kind, and handled our belongings with care. On delivery to Toronto, the same professionalism and dedication continued. Everyone was amazing to work with. Thank you, MTS!"
"I used MTS for my move from Calgary to Toronto and couldn’t be happier. No damages, no delays, no hidden fees. Just a smooth, stress-free experience from start to finish. The crews were professional on both ends, and the entire move was done in just 10 days."
"I recently used MTS for my move from Calgary to Toronto and they exceeded my expectations. The team was professional, efficient, and handled my belongings with great care. They arrived on time, worked quickly, and made the entire process stress-free. Highly recommended for anyone needing reliable movers!"
"MTS moved us from Calgary to Toronto in December 2023 and they were everything you want in a moving company: efficient, kind, careful, communicative, and reasonably priced. Really happy with the experience and would recommend them to anyone."
Need to move fast? We specialize in urgent, short-notice relocations across provinces with the same level of care and coordination as planned moves.
Relocating your business? We handle everything from tech setups to full office moves, minimizing downtime and keeping your operations on track.
Between leases or still house hunting? Enjoy one month of free storage in our secure facilities when you book a long-distance move.
Short on time or just want help? We can fully or partially pack your belongings and unpack them once they arrive, so you can settle in stress-free.
Clearing clutter before the big move? We'll take care of furniture and junk removal so you're not hauling unwanted items across the country.
Moving delicate, high-value, or oversized items? We offer premium care, from expert packing to precise placement at your destination.
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You’ve already made the big decision. Now make the move that gets you there without stress, surprises, or delays. With MTS, your long-distance relocation is handled with clarity and care from pickup to drop-off.
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