Step 5: Making an offer and closing the deal Change of address checklist The following checklist will ensure you tell the right people and services about your new address. Personal contacts You can make sure you’ve reached all your contacts by going through the contact list in your phone or your address book. Relatives Friends Employer(s) Schools, colleges, universities and daycares Landlord (if necessary)
Healthcare professionals It’s important to keep your healthcare records up to date. You can update your address by phone or at your next appointment. Doctor(s) Dentist Veterinarian Other healthcare specialists Government services It is important to notify several government departments and update official documents if your address changes. Driver's license Health card Vehicle registration Canada Post / epost Canada Revenue Agency Canada Pension Plan / Quebec Pension Plan Old Age Security Employment insurance
Clubs, associations and charities Creditors and services Try to give service providers plenty of notice so that you keep receiving the same level of service at your new address. Phone, cable and internet companies Electricity/hydro Natural gas Heating fuel company (ask if you will get a deposit refund) Financial institution(s) Credit card companies Insurance companies and broker(s) Lawyer or notary Subscriptions such as newspapers, magazines and loyalty programs
Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation
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