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Moving resources Halifax

Helpful Moving Resources for Halifax, NS

Moving to a new home in Halifax, Dartmouth and surrounding area? Here are the most useful local services and contact numbers to help make your move easier.

Utilities & Essential Services

Power Service

Nova Scotia Power

Set up, transfer, or cancel your electricity service before moving day.

Water & Sewer

Halifax Water

You’ll need to create a new account when moving to a different property in Halifax Regional Municipality.

Internet, TV & Phone

Bell Aliant

Bell offers home internet, TV, and phone services throughout Halifax and Nova Scotia.

Eastlink

Local Halifax-based internet and TV provider.

Change Your Address

Canada Post Mail Forwarding

Forward your mail and update your address with government services.

Halifax Moving Checklist

Before Moving Day

  • Book your movers early
  • Notify your landlord or lawyer
  • Transfer utilities
  • Update your address
  • Schedule internet installation
  • Pack valuables separately
  • Label boxes by room

One Week Before Moving

  • Confirm moving time
  • Pack essentials bag
  • Defrost freezer
  • Arrange parking if needed
  • Recycle hazardous materials

After You Move

  • Check smoke detectors
  • Update driver’s license
  • Register for local services
  • Meet your neighbours
  • Explore your new community

Local Halifax Services

Waste Collection Schedule

Halifax Transit

Driver’s License & Vehicle Registration

Emergency Numbers

  • Emergency: 911
  • Nova Scotia Power Outages: 1-877-428-6004
  • Halifax Water Emergencies: 902-420-9287
  • Health Link: 811
  • Non-Emergency Police: 902-490-5020