Mail Forwarding Setup
Don't miss important mail during your move. Set up Canada Post mail forwarding and update your address with key organizations systematically.
Canada Post Mail Forwarding
Canada Post offers a mail redirection service that forwards mail from your old address to your new one. This gives you time to update all your accounts.
Pro Tip
Set up mail forwarding to start 1-2 days before your move-out date. This catches any early-arriving mail and gives you a buffer period.
Canada Post Setup Checklist
What Gets Forwarded (and What Doesn't)
Canada Post Will Forward:
- Letters and standard mail with your name
- Most magazines and periodicals
- Government correspondence
- Bank statements and bills
Canada Post Won't Forward:
- Mail marked "Do Not Forward"
- Some advertising mail and flyers
- Items addressed to "Current Resident"
- Large parcels (check with Canada Post for specifics)
Critical Organizations to Notify
Don't rely solely on mail forwarding. Update your address directly with these important organizations.
Address Update Checklist
Subscriptions & Services
Subscription Updates
Timeline & Deadlines
- 4 weeks before move: Research mail forwarding options and costs
- 2-3 weeks before: Set up Canada Post forwarding, update government IDs
- 1 week before: Update financial institutions and insurance
- Move day: Verify forwarding is active
- 1 month after: Update remaining subscriptions and services
- 3 months after: Review if any mail is still going to old address