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Surviving July 1st, Montréal's moving day
Because most Québec leases end on June 30, a huge share of the city moves on the same day. Trucks fill the streets, movers are booked weeks ahead, and sidewalks fill with furniture. With a little planning, it goes smoothly.
A month before
- Book movers or a truck as early as you can
- Check with your borough whether you need a permit to park a moving truck
- Ask your old and new landlords about keys, timing and parking on the day
- Book your internet transfer or installation
A week before
- Transfer or open your Hydro-Québec account (and Énergir, if your apartment uses gas)
- Change your address with Canada Post, your bank, your school or employer, and government services
- Check your city's bulky-item collection days for furniture you won't take
Moving out
- Clean the apartment: floors, kitchen inside and out (including the fridge and stove), bathroom
- Take photos of each room once it is empty and clean
- Return every key, including the mailbox key, the way your landlord asks
- Report any damage before you leave
Moving in
- Walk through the apartment and take photos before you unpack
- Report anything broken or missing to your landlord right away
- Test the smoke detector and learn where the electrical panel is
- Keep your belongings in sight on the sidewalk; a lot of people pass by on moving day
Updated October 2026. General information, not legal advice.
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