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Our Moving Reviews

Have a read of some of our reviews below to see how we’ve helped people with their long distance moves.

Congratulations Nancy Popovich! Happy client, and winner of our 33rd Anniversary Contest and a sweet $3300.00  (that’s Nancy on the right)                      

All of our clients this year will be entered into our 34th Anniversary Contest for a chance to win $3400.00
(that’s a 100 bucks for every year we’ve been in business)

Our draw date will be on January 2nd, 2025.

Good luck to everyone in 2024, we can’t wait to see who the lucky winner is January 2nd!

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We had an amazing experience with Great Canadian Movers. They were timely, communication was great and our driver really cared about delivering all our belongings well. Highly recommend!

Laura Aitken 11/21/2024

 

I would like to give a very positive review of Codie, who moved goods from cottage country north of Toronto to my residence in Winnipeg. He was friendly, helpful, did the job of moving things in with care for the goods and the house, for example, avoidance of the oak banister going into the basement. He put goods down in a logical, spaced way. He had been able to remove the screws holding a heavy pine table top and legs together, and did a good job of allowing me to take photos of the parts, and then the assembly together. He wisely recommended not re-screwing the parts for the time being. He helped a great deal in checking off items on a list. What it takes to be a professional is competence, doing the job properly and well, giving that primary consideration, and displaying personal suitability (honesty, integrity, decency). He meets all criteria. Should it come time for a move from my current home, I would give Great Canadian Van Lines top consideration, and likewise, Codie were he available.

Ronald Niemi 11/18/2024

 

I don’t even know where to begin with this review, I called Great Canadian Van Lines in a panic because another company just flaked on me, from the moment I called them the care that the team showed was astounding, they were patient and understanding despite how stressed I must have sounded, I certainly felt it. I was in good hands from the get go, and they worked with me to make sure my stuff was taken care of. So I want to thank Kathy and the dispatch team, first and foremost.

As for the actual move, Ron was amazing, I can’t thank him enough, my stuff arrived perfectly, a day early in fact. Kept in contact with me to make sure that things would run smoothly, and my stuff was placed in my apartment, they even helped me set up my television when they really didn’t have to.

If I could give you guys more stars I would, and I don’t generally write reviews, but you guys were simply amazing and if I have to move across the country again, you will be my first and only call. Thank you once again, you guys were absolutely amazing.

Seun Fashoranti 11/18/2024

 

After living in the same big home in SW Ontario for 40 years, I made the decision to move closer to family on Vancouver island. It was a daunting thought.
I called a few companies looking for quotes and information but I knew right away after speaking with the staff at Great Canadian Van Lines that they were right for me. I couldn’t have made a better choice!
My phone calls were always answered promptly and the office staff were always helpful with packing and moving tips, sending info videos and reassuring me that things would be handled professionally and carefully.
Harry and his team arrived at my home in Ontario, packed and loaded their truck with my lifetime of treasures and, a few days later, they were unloading those same treasures, just as they had left Ontario, into my new home in BC!
Thank You, Harry, for making this whole move seamless and stress free for me!
I really appreciated your cheerful attitude and your hard work.

Mary Van 11/10/2024

 

Harry was meticulous with wrapping and protecting our furniture for the long haul.

Kathryn Simpson 11/08/2024

 

Move from Toronto To Campbell River BC
Best movers ever. Delivery was on schedule and not a thing was missing or broken. Wade was very pleasant and easy to get along with. It was obvious this wasn’t the first time he had moved anyone. Wade and his first and second assistant were accommodating and hard workers. Everything was placed where it should be and assembly of beds went without a hitch. All of our belongings were handled with care. I recommend this moving company hands down.

Cindy Gunn 11/05/2024
 
Amar S, his son Harsh along with his team on both coasts were amazing. Super professional and friendly. He went out of his way to help us plan our drive across the country and accommodated our arrival dates. Both teams he assembled were amazing.
 
Susanna Li 11/03/2024
 
Amar S, his son Harsh along with his team on both coasts were amazing. Super professional and friendly. He went out of his way to help us plan our drive across the country and accommodated our arrival dates. Both teams he assembled were amazing.
 
Susanna Li 11/03/2024
 
Our packer and truck driver Amar and his son were top notch. I would highly recommend them for their timeliness, professionalism, and dependability. And they’re nice people too! Excellent moving experience.
 
Van Lantz 10/30/2024
 
 
Amar and his son (Haras)? were professional and polite right from the beginning. The communication was top notch after they left, calling a few days later with an earlier delivery time. They called again the night before and were able to bring the semi right to the front of the house for off load, and all went smoothly. A job very well done start to finish.
 
Dwight Smith 10/22/2024
 
Used GCVL for our move from Toronto to Alberta and they were fantastic. Pricing was fair considering the distance and that it was a full service door-to-door experience. Everything arrived within the promised timeline and Eddie handled all of our stuff with care. Nothing arrived damaged or was missing. He was very friendly and we didn’t have to lift a finger. Would definitely recommend!
 
Nickole Condomi 10/16/2024
 
Harry and his crew were fabulous. Communication was great prior to pick up and delivery. Showed up exactly when expected. Courteous, professional, efficient service. We moved from Ontaio to BC and couldn’t be happier with GCVL services. Would highly recommend.
 
Marilyn Giles 10/16/2024
 
Fast, secure, friendly delivery. Call ahead of estimated arrival time appreciated.
 
Kenneth Yip 10/1162024
 
Excellent experience. Very efficient. All furniture covered with blankets and no damage to speak on. Very friendly guys. They work very hard with no breaks. Would use again.
 
Heather Beck 10/11/2024
 
 
David T and his crew did an amazing job getting me moved from BC to AB. On-time, straight forward process, zero missing items afterwards. 2nd time using Great Canadian Van Lines and would use them again for a long distance move.
 
Ken Storbakken 10/09/2024
 
 
Hi Kathy,
 
Well, I have been in the house for five weeks and still have islands of boxes!  
 
However, my connection with Great Canadian is now done, as this morning a piece of furniture that was damaged in transit has been returned to me beautifully repaired.
 
I just wanted to say thank you for all your help and friendliness along the way.  You are so professional and experienced, and because of those things, I had great confidence in the moving process. 
 
Please forward this to your manager as I would like him/her to know how fantastic you have been. 
 
Take care.
 
Ros
 
Rosalind Jones 10/07/2024

 

I had an awesome driver Steve G. who advised and directed me in making my move out west as smooth as possible. Steve’s crew were great to work with. Thanks Steve!

Kim Lambert 10/03/2024

 

I was so overwhelmed and confused with which company to choose for my cross Canada move. However, Great Canadian Van Lines had great reviews on every platform I use/checked so I emailed them for a quote. From the moment I first connected with them to the moment I had my furniture delivered I received the best experience I could have asked for. Kathy was my first point of contact and just from our conversations I felt that their company was honest and was better than the other companies I had received quotes from. Then after that my move was completed by Amar and Harsh Sidhu. They picked up my furniture, transported it and delivered it to my new apartment. They were nothing short of AMAZING. they communicated clearly with me on excepted delivery times and were accurate down to the hour which was essential since I had to book an elevator at my delivery location. They were professional, calm and knew exactly what they were doing and didn’t damage any furniture or walls during the whole process. If I were to do a cross Canada move again, I wouldn’t even hesitate to use this company again. They made the most stressful part of my move, the easiest.

Julian L 10/02/2024

 

Wow! Hands down the best moving experience of my life! I had high expectations going in, but they not only met those expectations, they exceeded them by far! The communication, professionalism and execution was top notch from the very beginning of the process until the very end. The crew was unbelievably impressive with their skills, efficacy and their great attitudes throughout the process. I highly recommend this company!!

Adam Rice 10/01/2024

 

This Moving Company did a fantastic job!! It was a slightly complicated move in that one home from Winnipeg was distributed to two homes in Edmonton and one home in West Vancouver. All items were packed expertly including dozens of valuable paintings and fragile art work. All the items arrived at the proper place with no breakage or missing items. The Moving people Jas and Yad were fantastic expert movers who were , courteous, efficient, fast and precise. The office staff were equally accommodating and responsive to our needs. I cannot say enough good things about this moving experience. Thank-you

Tyler Schmidt 09/28/2024

 

Our experience with this moving company was outstanding in every way, shape and form. They were always easy and available to communicate with, gave precise and accurate information regarding costs, time frames etc. Our movers /packers did an exceptional job with very delicate, very large and complicated items Thank you Jas and Tad !! I would highly recommend this outstanding moving company to anyone looking for an extraordinarily professional, trustworthy and above average moving company.

Katherine BS 09/27/2024

 

Ron and his crew were friendly and Respectful. We moved across the country and they were Fast and efficient Would recommend them to anyone.

Colette Pilgrim 09/27/2024

 

My move from Wolfville to Aurora was efficient and the 3 movers were professional and efficient
No stress ..
thank you for a good move

Judy C 09/27/2024

 

Could not have asked for my move across the provinces to go any better. I dealt with 5 star people!! …from the initial consultation with Candace to the actual moving of boxes with Steve. Candace was exceptionally supportive/informative/caring and she is one of the main reasons I chose GCVL. You’re smart to have her on the front lines! In regards to Steve, both the day of the move plus the arrival of my belongings, he lead his crew smoothly with punctuality, quiet efficiency, and caring support of my furniture & me too ….all which took so much stress off me. I can’t tell you how much I appreciated having Steve on both ends of my actual move. ALL my belongings arrived safely! Highly recommend.

Val Johnston 09/26/2024

 

We used this company for our move from NL to ON. They were great. Very professional. Handled everything with care. Everyone was easy to deal with from the drivers to the office staff. Would highly recommend them and would definitely use them again in the futur

Joanne Simfukwe 09/25/2024

 

Shaw and John were excellent. The move went quickly and without ay problems. Would use these guys again. Thanks for the great experience.

Peter 09/25/2024

 

Our mover(s) Dave (Okanagan) made our move easy! Friendly, professional. Would highly recommend to request Dave and his team.

Cara Gates 09/25/2024

 

As hassle free goes this was effortless, things ware well explained , always on schedule, the ones doing the lifting and dropping both groups ware educated with a positive atitude , they care to pack things properly while also doing there best to keep things intact, not a thing missing or open , for a difficult person like me isn’t easy to give a 5 stars review on a moving company but they deserve it , keep the good work , if I move again in the future I’ll surely contact you guys .. may your company grow and stays the same ..
one more Happy customer .. thanks

Marisleidy Ramos 09/23/2024

 

I had a great experience with Great Canadian Van Lines that constantly kept me up to date with my inventory and moving long distance from Alberta to New Brunswick my stuff was secure and the team did an amazing job of moving it in. (I did pay slightly more then what was quoted but I was aware that once weighed / placed on the truck it might add to the price – however my bill did not double or triple as some people had warned me) this company is fair and honest!!

Amanda McIntosh 09/23/2024

 

I was very fortunate to be assigned Amar and his son to facilitate my move from Alberta to Quebec. Amar was great at communicating, organizing the truck, being calm and efficient.

Everything was done at a steady pace. He loaded my belongings on the 31st and arrived in Montréal the 12th. He even assessed the route and location ahead of time to insure his semi could fit. Due to the area we had to get shuttle vehicle to be able to park and unload – but again, Amar was so organized we were prepared.

You can tell Amar has many years of experience! He thinks ahead, and really puts a lot of thought into the process to insure it goes smoothly. I have moved with other movers and nothing compares to Amar – I would highly recommend!

The great Canadian van lines team were also helpful and quick to reply to any questions or concerns.

Carissa Tardiff 09/12/2024

 

From start to finish the experience was 5 star. Great customer service; pick up and delivery of our load as planned and on time. This was our second long distance move with Great Canadian and both times we were very satisfied. Highly recommended.

Sandra 09/12/2024

 

Moving can be extremely stressful, overwhelming and overall difficult to navigate on your own – which is why I am honestly so glad I went with GCVL for my cross-country move from Ottawa – Kelowna. The GCVL team truly takes away the moving stress in a way that is rooted in professionalism, efficiency and customer-focused.

After getting recommended to go with GCVL by a friend, I am eager to recommend them again for any friends/family thinking of using a relocation service!

I had the joy of working with Sara E to create an accurate quote and making a last-minute reservation that met my timeline, as well as Ron (and on-ground movers) who is very efficient, responsive and kind. He ensured I understood how things were packed and any potential risks associated with the move (I did my own packing and I learned that I do not know how to pack 😆), details regarding my estimate and other relocation logistics. My items arrived in Kelowna well-cared for and everything was reassembled as it was – I was shocked by how quickly everything went!

Ella Bawagan 09/10/2024
 
 
We used Great Canadian Van Lines for our move from Victoria B.C to Morrisburg Ontario recently. We had Wade and his crew ! They are awesome. They were very respectful to us and our possessions, even when I changed my mind on where to put things . The team were very very polite and respectful. I would highly recommend GCVL as movers anytime you need a mover !
Thank you for a stress free move .
 
Shirley Stuart 09/10/2024

 

Long-distance move from Vancouver, BC to Calgary, AB
Fantastic move
I’d give 6 stars if I could.

Eddie and his team were fast, friendly, professional, and handled all my items with care.

Not only did he show up early in both my locations for my move out and move in, but he finished early as well. He went above and beyond in every way.

I especially appreciated how he took the time to carefully wrap our more delicate pieces items. Not a single one of them was damaged.

Overall, this is the way moving should be done.

Thank you again, Eddie!

Joseph Lo 09/09/2024
 

I recently moved from Vancouver to Montreal, and I couldn’t be happier with the service provided by Great Canadian Van Lines. From the initial quote to phone support and registering the move, everything was smooth and hassle-free. The team made the entire process easy and stress-free, which we are incredibly grateful for.

Daniel, in particular, was amazing. His professionalism, attention to detail, and dedication ensured that everything arrived safely and on time. He went above and beyond to make sure our belongings were handled with care. The best part? The items arrived right at the start of the delivery window, which was awesome!

The entire team was courteous, efficient, and kept us well-informed throughout. Their communication and reliability made a long-distance move feel seamless.

I would highly recommend Great Canadian Van Lines to anyone planning a move. Thank you again to Daniel and the whole team for making this transition such a positive experience!

Alana Vion 09/09/2024
 
 
I’m soo impressed with this company! I first dealt with Candace who was great with communication and was so kind and caring to our situation, doing everything in her power to help us! In fact, I initially rejected the quote because it was higher than I expected. Her email response was to just make sure I didn’t get scammed by another company and gave me tips to check them out and a list of ones to avoid! Her caring attitude drew me in and she was so easy to work with! In the end, the final bill was less than the estimate. That NEVER happens! She could have taken us for a ride but instead went above and beyond to work with us! And Eddie, our driver, was also amazing with communication! He kept us up to date with where he was at. (The move was from B.C. to Manitoba). And when I would have a question and call his number, he always picked up and we’d have a great conversation. He was even a day earlier to deliver than was estimated! He took care when unloading and was very efficient and has a very positive attitude! I am so impressed with the whole experience! Would highly recommend them if you need a moving company!
 
Sue Chasmberlin 09/05/2024
 
 
This was our second time using GCVL for our move and we had a great experience again. Harry was super helpful, communicated well and was always reachable during the delivery date. If we decide to move again I would definitely request Harry again!
 
Shahaan Dhillon 09/05/2024

 

Very happy with the move from Montreal to BC. Quick and efficient, no items missing, no scratches. Everything was cover protected. Harry was super nice and professional. Definitely recommend 👌 👍

Nikolay Milouchev 09/05/2024

 

Harry and his partner are hard workers, they showed up on time, and I appreciated how Harry spent the time to re-assure me about any concerns that I had about our cross country move. All of items arrived at our destination and were in good condition.

Avary Williams 09/04/2024

 

Thank you to the following staff from Great Canadian Van Lines Ltd.
Kathy, Harry, Sikender.

Thank you Kathy for guiding me through this moving process.
Quick to return my emails and telephone calls,
Great listening skills ,kind and compassionate.
Understanding of the stress you are under moving your senior mom from NS to Ont.

Harry and Sikender how lucky was I when you arrived at my mom’s Condo in NS to pack her up and move her goods back to Ont.
Hard working, they care about the clients !
They work non stop!
I felt like I’ve always known Kathy,Harry and Sikender.
Like friends as they are so easy going !
The owner of Great Canadian Van Lines Ltd Hopefully recognizes how valuable the 3 of your are,
The distinction or Excellence award or ……a nice bonus !
Without employees like you No company would ever survive as you are the Golden Key to a successful company like Great Canadian Van Lines Ltd.
With Gratitude,

N Gould.
Highly recommended to Anyone planning a move.

Norma Gould 08/20/2024
 
 
The company kept us up to date with every detail and process from prior to pickup and straight through to delivery. Our items were not damaged and delivered on time. Very professional, efficient and friendly. Definitely recommend Great Canadian Van Lines. They care
 
Linda McCoy 08/14/2024

 

Great service on time and cant be more happy with Wade
the driver the one in charge is a quiet man but very efficient and polite.The other fellow Ronan so efficient in packing every boxes and carrying.There was also another fellow Mark from the warehouse was an expert in wrapping.
This was a great experience with Great Canadian Van lines.
Will recommend 100%

Denny Lamontagne 08/13/2024

 

My husband and I were looking for a reliable and reasonably priced moving company to move from British Columbia to Ontario. We started our research back in March. After making multiple calls and reading through multiple reviews we found that many moving companies were dishonest in their pricing and lacked transparency. We were pretty worried that we wouldn’t find an honest moving company. When we came across Great Canadian Van Lines and spoke to Kathy Dorland we immediately knew we wanted to move forward with GCVL. Not only were the reviews positive, but also Kathy was just amazing from the start. We were worried about the lack of transparency and dishonesty, but Kathy answered all of our questions and really reassured us that it wouldn’t happen as the movers/contractors would face serious consequences. Kathy even offered for us to be there before and after weighing the truck so ease any worries we had about that. We were truly happy with the multiple conversations with Kathy that we booked with her for the end of June.

Fast forward to June, we contacted Kathy about meeting with the driver to weigh the truck. Kathy, again, was just amazing. She truly went above and beyond to ensure that the driver (Codie) was aware of the arrangement – she even gave us a number we could contact over the weekend if there were any issues to ensure that our Monday move was smooth.

On moving day, we were contacted by Codie and received updates as to when he would be arriving and where my husband should meet him. Moving everything into the truck went SO smoothly. There was so much care that Codie and the team put into wrapping our items and tagging them. Codie was thorough in creating a proper itemized list. Codie and his team were so genuine and personable! Moving everything into the truck took about an hour to an hour and a half.

It took about two weeks to receive our items. When we received the items, it was done in a systematic way. When items were brought in, I checked off the item number on the itemized list Codie created. When all the items were checked off, Codie checked the truck just to make sure that all of our belongs were out of the truck. He even ensured us that if things were left in the truck, he would bring it back to us. Adam (one of the movers) and Codie were just amazing – so personable and kind.

The price was also very reasonable. It was not the most expensive and it was not the cheapest. It was truly just reasonable. The total cost was less than 6 grand and we had nearly 3,000 lbs of things. It was worth every penny to have ease of mind during such a stressful time.

We truly couldn’t have asked for a better team and move – Kathy Dorland, Codie, Adam, Chris, and one other contractor were amazing. I highly recommend Great Canadian Van Lines.

Lilian Ku-Habib 08/12/2024

 

Starting with iris it was an awesome moving experience, going from BC to Ontario as an 86 year old was very stressful but the moving company great Canadian Van lines / purely Canadian movers, I would highly recommend Ron ( driver ) to be the person to pack and deliver door to door, Ron and his crew were polite and respectful, with communication on the travels. They delivered what was promised, they had no need of a shuttle so Ron called his company and a refund was given the same day ( wow ) great customer service. I was very nervous about booking anyone to make that move for me with all the scams that were out there. But a 5 minute talk with Iris put me at ease, she even came to my house and packed my china for me on her own dime, can’t thank her enough. Everything was protected and delivered safely, thank you Iris, Ron and the rest of the team that put this together, I hope this helps future people with the service you provide, seriously give them a call, I promise you can’t go wrong. Thanks again. Loris/ Terry

Terry VanGaver 08/12/2024

 

Amar and his crew were great. We had a ton of stuff. Everything was packed well and made it safely across the country. Would definitely recommend!

Sean Coghlin 08/06/2024

 

What a team. From the sales staff to the pick up and delivery. The best customer service by far. This was a last minute booking arranged in only 2 days from Hinton to Espanola. They were on time with the pick up and with the delivery. My sister-in-law was just thrilled at how nice and helpful the delivery team was. Everything was in great condition. Highly recommend this company.

Jodie Hodgins 08/02/2024

 

Thank you very much Sara, especially for dealing with all our emails on your vacation. We’ve been so impressed with you and all of GCVL. Moving – which we haven’t done in 24 years (and just 5 km down the road) can be really stressful, and we’re so happy we went with you. This was as stress-free a cross-country moving experience as I think is possible.

John and Carol Ann 08/01/2024

 

Professional, punctual, efficient and a pleasure to work with. We’re delighted to have the same crew both ways.

Connie & Sid 07/31/2024

 

Looking for a friendly, responsible, caring, and thorough moving conpany? Great Canadian should be your choice. They were bang on the estimate. Cathy answered all of our questions promptly. Our moving team of Amar and Harsh were wonderful moving out of a Condo in BC and just as great moving in our new place. We highly recommend the company and Amar and Harsh. Charli and Paul

Paul Thompson 07/31/2024

 

Very happy with the service we received. Wade was the driver of the truck and he treated our items as if they were his own. We moved from Alberta to Ontario and they were fast, professional and reliable. I would strongly recommend this company and Wade for your next move!

Nancy Telfer 07/30/2024

 

The driver Amar N and his Helper worked extremely Hard. They worked on another move in the morning and arrived at my home at 3:00 in the afternoon, They worked without stopping until 11:00 that night,,,,,, When I got up at 6:00 a.m. they were already packing ….. They were extremely hard working….. I was impressed with their work ethics……

Maryse Good 07/30/2024

 

I had a positive experience with GCVL during my move from BC to Ontario. GCVL handled the shipping of my household goods, while Hansen (contracted by GCVL) took care of transporting my car. Kathy Dorland, a consultant at GCVL, provided excellent support and prepared me for the move (since it was my first move within Canada). She explained the process, what to expect, and any additional costs. During the move, the distribution team, responsible for pick up and delivery, also provided great service. The teams were professional, flexible, and attentive to our needs, ensuring the safety of our belongings throughout the transition. We hardly had any items broken or lost. I want to say a big thank you to GCVL, Kathy, Amar and all the team members involved in the move.

Rishabh Mathur 07/29/2024

 

Great Customer service , Arsh was awesome to work with, very organized

Rose Weatherby 07/25/2024

 

The movers were quite professional. They arrived on time for the pickup and drop off on the days they were scheduled. When at location, they finished the load-unload jobs in time. All my goods arrived, and in sound condition. They dis-assembled larger furniture items, wrapped, and re-assembled at the destination, in the rooms of our choice. Special thanks to Daniel the transporter, and the local crews!

Rowan Railkar 07/24/2024

 

We had an excellent experience using GCVLs for our cross-country move. They were professional, accurate, and clearly cared about ensuring everything was going to make it without damage. Our furniture was all well protected, and they were most helpful in getting everything where it needed to be upon arrival. This was our second move with this company and I would highly recommend them to anyone else seeking long distance moving services

Peter Thiel 07/23/2024

 

I used Great Canadian Van Lines Ltd and was very satisfied with their services. They are professional and helpful. For sale department, they were flexible and quick-responded to provide service quote. For moving work, the team arrived on time and loaded my items including the upright piano promptly and carefully and then offloaded them without any hassles. It is highly recommended to use Great Ganadian Van Lines Ltd. Thanks Kathy and Daniel.

Jason Chow 07/22/2024

 

Amar and his son Harsh were the drivers/delivery people for my belongings. They picked up my items from my storage unit in Langley, BC and delivered them to my new home in Eastern Passage, NS. Amar went above and beyond in packing/labelling each item that was put into his truck on my behalf, as I was already in Nova Scotia. He was very approachable and communicated effectively about his timeline. Thank you for the wonderful service.

S Schmidt 07/21/2024

 

Moving from Surrey BC on July 3rd to Fredericton NB on July 17th . The moving process was quick , I got the quote quick at a reasonable price. all the furnitures were wrapped , boxes intact and delivered smoothly . I will use GCVL again and I will highly recommend to anyone who move across Canada. Thank you to the Driver Amar and buddy Harsh , you did Excellent service . Thanks also to Sara for excellent customer service.
Mary Jane 👍👍👍👏👏👏🚛🚛🚛

Mary Jane Generoso 07/20/2024

 

I had such an easy move thanks to Amar with Great Canadian Van Lines. Highly recommend these guys – so efficient and fast!

Jessie MacAulay 07/20/2024

 

This cross-country move went so smoothly and quickly thanks to the hard work of Harry and his team. Courteous, efficient and very organized. My belongings arrived at the destination in great condition. It was not an easy move, with three flights of steep stairs but they were kind and careful the whole time. I would definitely use Great Canadian Van Lines again in future and would recommend them!

Studio Euphemia 07/14/2024

 

Last week we moved from Vancouver to Lethbridge Alberta. After researching and contacting alot of movers, we chose Great Canadian Van Lines. Kathy, the relocation consultant has a very polite, not pushy, helpful and reassuring person. We never met, but I know she make sure that the transaction was smooth. They may not be the cheapest rate, but the quality of work showed. Every phone call was great because Cathy answered the questions right away or she will find out immediately. She made herself available for us any time.
In regards to the moving crew, Amar Sidhu’s team was great. They are respectful, move quickly but very careful on taking out our belongings from storage to their truck. Also the way they wrapped our items to assure that there no damage was amazing. Days before they delivered, they called me to give the estimate arrival. They were on earlier time than expected, which was a bonus. While moving, they treated our new home as their own too.

For the Great Canadian Van Lines team, thanks so much for making our move stress free.

Danica Headley 07/11/2024

 

Everyone was service oriented, starting from the first phone call with Candace. The men who moved me were efficient while carefully wrapping furniture and accessories, so everything arrived safely and on time.

Nora Weber 07/10/2024

 

You know….. moving can be quite stressful! Packing everything up etc. GCVL Ltd are amazing! They are thorough, diligent, kind, polite and true to their word when it comes to being professional and organized. No damages, not scratches on my items.
I have two words for you… Hire them!!!!
You will not be disappointed.

Janet James 07/09/2024

 

We had an amazing experience! Eddie was wonderful to work with and made everything better. The team took great care of our furniture, both disassembly & wrapping them well to be transported safely. We received our belongings in the same condition they were picked up in. Eddie was very punctual, efficient, great at communicating and flexible. I would definitely recommend their services for long distance moves. This was the best experience we have had for a long distance move. We have had nightmare experiences with other companies and were so nervous to move again because of it. We would highly recommend this company, Eddie and team and will tell everyone we know! Thank you so much, you made a very stressful life event so much better and we are incredibly grateful.

Jen Harcus 07/08/2024

 

Services provided from Amar, his son & Mike was excellent! The communication during the quotation & schuedling processes provided by the office staff were very organizsed and systematic as well. During the loading date, Amar explained everything very clear to make sure our stuff were well-placed and won’t be damaged. They were so considerate and willing to do the delivery even on Canada Day. I will definite recommend my friends to use this company with no doubt.

Peter Lai 07/08/2024

 

 Used Great Canadian Van Lines for my recent move from Oshawa Ontario to British Columbia. I was very pleased with the entire experience, from making the arrangements with Emily in the office to Ron the Truck driver & his team. They were very professional, friendly & did a great job. They handled everything with care wrapping everything that was fragile & making sure that my Curio Cabinet & China Buffet were secured so the glass doors & shelves were not broken. They kept me updated by email so I knew exactly what day & time they would arrive at my destination. I very highly recommend them to anyone wishing to move. 

Patricia Burr 07/05/2024

 

Harry and Sikender are the best. Make sure to request them by name when you plan your move. These guys are professional, communicative and extremely efficient when it comes to packing and unloading all your items. I super appreciate the effort and care they put towards making sure my stuff moved halfway across Canada!

Zoe Chung 07/02/2024

 

We moved 62 boxes of household stuff from Windsor, Ontario to Vancouver. We had heard some horror stories of moving companies and were very skeptical about anything a moving company told us. Great Canadian Van Lines restored my faith in the moving business. They were professional and communicated well with us. Save for a few small items that broke during the move, the experience was very smooth

Angelo Khoshaba 06/27/2024

 

David and the rest of his team at GCVL were superb. I couldn’t be more pleased with the entire experience. From start to finish, they demonstrated exceptional professionalism, efficiency, and care. The booking process was smooth and straightforward. The customer service team was responsive and accommodating, ensuring all my questions were answered promptly. They provided a clear and detailed estimate, and there were no hidden fees or surprises.

The movers worked quickly yet carefully, ensuring all my furniture and belongings were handled with utmost care. Even when the elevator broke down, they efficiently carried my items up to my apartment in a timely manner. I am thoroughly impressed with the service provided. They made what could have been a stressful day into a seamless and pleasant experience. I highly recommend GCVL to anyone in need of reliable and professional movers.

Kelvin Chui 06/27/2024

 

Daniel and his team were amazing getting all of our furniture across the country in perfect condition. Communication was excellent and all the people that Daniel hired along the way were also excellent. If you are looking for a reliable, honest, hard working team, this is them!! Highly recommend them!!!

Jan Unwin 06/23/2024

 

I moved from Ottawa, Ontario to Beresford, New Brunswick. I had the pleasure of dealing with Daniel Lapierre (he’s from Rivière du Loup, Qc), long distance moving truck driver and mover who works for Great Canadian Van Lines Ltd. Daniel went above and beyond making sure that my belongings were well packed and loaded onto the truck. When he delivered my items to my new address in New Brunswick, he unloaded the entire truck himself because the local movers he’d hired to help him didn’t want to work during a heat wave. 

 
Daniel even took the time to repair my storage shed door latch when he noticed it was misaligned and didn’t open or close properly. This man is a meticulous, joyful, considerate, detail oriented work horse! If you choose Great Canadian Van Lines Ltd. for your east coast long distance move, I sincerely hope you have the pleasure of having Daniel as your lead mover. 
 
I also had the pleasure of dealing with Sara Engelsman, 
Relocation Sales Consultant for Great Canadian Van Lines ltd. Sara was my first point of contact when I emailed the company for a quote. She did a virtual walk through of my home in Ottawa and a visual inventory of the  belongings I’d planned to move. She then sent me several comprehensive estimates (I kept making changes to the inventory) over the weeks leading up to my move. Sara was very helpful and friendly. She answered my plethora of questions and always made sure to check in by phone or email. 
 
Sara and Daniel made this move a seamless and an enjoyable experience.
 
 If Great Canadian Van Lines ltd.  employs only people like Sara and Daniel, you really can’t go wrong with this company. I hope you have the pleasure of having both of them take care of your long distance moving needs.” 
 
Thanks,
Karina 
 
Karina 06/20/2024

 

Daniel arrived right on time with his big smile and his beautiful mood. In just a few seconds, he was able to put us completely at ease. He explained everything to us in detail, reinforced the protection of fragile items with covers and with care and no time, our belongings were in the truck ready to cross the country, from British Columbia to New Brunswick. At this point, we knew that the weeks looking for a trustable moving company, were totally worth it. And our stress to leave our lifetime belongings for someone to look after, totally gone. Free of worry, we were able to focus on what was next for us. At the delivery date, it was very hot and Daniel arrived with his big smile and beautiful mood. All our boxes were there, in perfect condition and nothing broken. Thank you so much

Stepahanie Folgio 06/20/2024

 

Awesome service, definitely use them again. Movers were super helpful and professional.

Sahil Sharma 06/19/2024

 

Dave and his crew (which includes his son) moved me recently from Vancouver Island to Lethbridge AB. They provided an exceptional level of service and were extremely friendly and courteous throughout – bottom line, they were awesome and I highly recommend them. Same goes for GCVL – great company that treats customers fairly

Paul B 06/07/2024

 

My recent move involved the need to transport some precious mementos of my dear mother, who died this spring in Hamilton at the age of 96. A local Calgary moving company told me they only did moves within Alberta, but recommended I contact Great Canadian Van Lines. From initial contact to ongoing helpful communications, Kyle and Candace provided knowledgeable guidance in a professional and really pleasant manner. It was also reassuring to know that driver Wade had decades of expert experience. Just as Wade and his assistant Rowan began to unload the furniture items and boxes at my house, the rain started pelting down. They were both good-natured about it and were a pleasure to chat with. They got wet, but Mom’s belongings arrived safe and dry! I want to thank each of these employees of Great Canadian Van Lines for outstanding service and for making the process of moving my mother’s items to Calgary very smooth, during this season of loss for me and my family. I recommend this company and would certainly use their services again in the future. Arthur S.

Arthur Sheffield 06/06/2024

 

Had a great experience with our movers. Harry pulled off an amazing job. Him and his team are professional, kind, and all around all-stars. Ten stars!

Sarah MacLeod 05/28/2024

 

From the moment I first called Great Canadian VLL for a quote, through to the move of my belongings, the service has been exemplary. My goods are going long haul into storage for a while and I have no doubt at all that both my goods and I will receive the same exceptional care until the moment they are in my new home. Communication is always prompt, friendly and no question is too small. They really care about the safe handling of goods and customers. I wish I could give more than five stars.

Rosalind Jones 05/28/2024

 

May 2024 I booked with Great Canadian Van Lines for a move from BC to Alberta. Their crew were on time, efficient and friendly. They originally quoted me 1 price, but to my surprise it was considerably cheaper (based on weight). Thanks Great Canadian Van Lines for the great experience!!!

Randy Weins 05/23/2024

 

I have used Great Canadian twice and both times have had excellent, professional service. Ron was great to work with to coordinate both pickup and drop off. Would absolutely use Great Canadian again.

Elaine Copsey 05/13/2024

 

The entire process was seamless! They took great care of our furniture, both disassembly & wrapping them well to be transported safely. We received our products in the same condition it was picked up. Eddie was very punctual, great at communicating, kept us posted on the arrival date & time. I would definitely recommend their services for long distance moves 🙂

Abhinandan Ramaprasath 05/13/2024

 

Extremely glad I chose this company for our move from Ontario to Manitoba. The driver and staff were friendly, professional and very efficient. I would not hesitate to recommend or use again.

Jennifer Golletz 05/04/2024

This moving company provided a seamless and stress-free experience. Kathy was incredibly helpful, providing all the necessary information before we started. They were punctual with the loading in PEI, and despite the long 5000km journey to Calgary, all my items arrived intact. Not a single item was damaged, including delicate glasses and kitchenware. They also managed to unload by the second day of the scheduled window, and the movers were both efficient and careful. I couldn’t be happier with their service and highly recommend them for anyone looking to move. Truly outstanding!

Ken Chow 05/03/2024

 

Excellent service from start to finish! Our driver Eddie was very accommodating, easy to communicate with and made sure the job got done right and quickly. We will definitely use Great Canadian Van Lines again for any of our moving needs.

Jennifer Paige 05/03/2024

 

Ive used them only once, but will ALWAYS book with them for future moves. The pickup & storage procedures were carried out smoothly with absolutely no problems. The sales consultant Sara is probably 1 of the most understanding and caring individuals to communicate your move with, making everything simple and easy to understand. Id recommend them to anyone carrying out a long distance move for a stress free and seamless process.

Nothing but good words to say about them. Looking forward to their services if I ever need to move somewhere far 🙂
Thank you all again for everything!

Mark G 04/26/2024

 

Have used them twice now, both times showed up on time and transported everything safely. Prices are not the cheapest you can find but definitely not the most expensive, very fair, highly recommend!

Nathan Gosse 04/16/2024

 

We moved from the Montreal area to Vancouver Island with GCVL two years ago and the process surpassed anything that we could have wished for. Time passed, we were due to return to Quebec so we elected once again to contact Sara at GCVL. The entire team was friendly and responsive to any inquiries we had; Sara, Emily, Candace, and Kyle were efficient and supportive. Our driver Steve
and his crew safely delivered our possessions cross country all the while exhibiting great communication. The delivery was timely with no delays. We cannot thank the team enough for the exceptional customer service, they are amazing, definitely a 10 out of 10!
A HUGE congratulations to the entire staff, they are champions.

Irene Newin 04/12/2024

 

Had one of the best moving experiences, everyone from customer service to dispatch and the movers were fantastic! Thank you for taking so much care and concern with my household furnishing!

Melissa Francis 04/12/2024

 

Great experience I had with this company from start to finish! Emily kept me posted every step of the way with my move from Winnipeg to Vancouver Island. Delivery time was amazing and as promised. David and his crew exceeded my expectations. They were very careful with my furnitures and wouldn’t let me help in any way other than checking my inventory. Highly recommend!

Rolando Mesina 04/10/2024

 

We’re so thankful for the great experience it was having the super-conscientious trio of Dave, Tyler and Sean move our precious cargo from Winnipeg to Calgary. We’d recommend them to anyone who wants to feel that their possessions are in good hands. These guys do all they can to make sure everything arrives to you safely.

Sabrina Briggs 04/10/2024

 

Glad I chose Great Canadian Van Lines Ltd. to move me from Victoria, BC to Barrie, Ontario. Staff very friendly and helpful. Ron and his crew were the best. They took great care in protecting my items. They made amazing time across Canada and delivered all my items as promised, actually sooner than I expected. Just be aware that you will probably have to pay for a shuttle if moving from or into a townhouse or apartment. Their Vans are 76 feet long and cannot get into most areas. Would highly recommend this. company.

Barbara Hughes 04/08/2024

 

GCVL made my move as smooth and stress-free as possible. Everything about the process was super professional, including Eddie, my mover who loaded and unloaded everything at both ends. I felt really good knowing that my move was in his hands, and my things arrived so quickly and in great condition. There was an issue with my bill but they were super quick and professional about fixing it.

Gabrielle Feldman 04/08/2024

 

Exceptional Service from Great Canadian Van Lines
I recently had the pleasure of working with Great Canadian Van Lines Ltd during my move from Montreal to Vancouver, and I cannot praise their service enough. Having moved multiple times across Canada and internationally, I’ve encountered various moving companies, but my experience with GCVL stands out as exceptional.
Kathy’s Outstanding Assistance: From the outset, Kathy demonstrated remarkable understanding of my concerns. Her professionalism and attentiveness made the process smoother than I could have hoped for.
Harry: Driver Extraordinaire: My luck continued when Harry, the driver, personally handled the pickup and delivery of my belongings. His dedication and expertise were evident throughout. I learned that he was named Driver of the Year, but honestly, he deserves recognition on a global scale. Not only did he transport my items safely, but he also shared valuable insights on furniture arrangement.
Words Fall Short: It’s challenging to express just how pleased I am with Harry and Kathy. Their commitment to excellence reflects well on GCVL as a whole.
Smart Management: Kudos to GCVL’s management for assembling such a stellar team. Kathy, Harry, and their assistants truly go above and beyond for their clients.
In summary, I highly recommend Great Canadian Van Lines Ltd to anyone seeking top-tier moving services. As a genuine customer, I can attest to their outstanding performance. 🚚

Calm A 04/05/2024

 

To the Great Canadian Van Lines Team:

We just received a $100.00 cheque for referring my brother Peter!
Thank you! What a nice gesture and it’s very appreciated. 

We had a great experience with your team moving us to Bowen Island…fun memories and no stress because your expertise made it go so smoothly!

All the best to everyone!
 
Thanks again,
 
Marianne and George
 
Marianne 04/03/2024
 
 
I can’t say enough good things about this moving company!!  Our first interaction with Kathy was excellent…her response time was lightning quick and all the planning was done with ease.  The estimate was extremely fair and there were absolutely no surprises.  They are very thorough.  Once we decided to book with GCVL, the estimated arrival for pick up date was given and adhered to.  They have outstanding communication with their clients.  We were given our drivers name (Codie) and his communication was just as good as the that of the office staff.  Codie and his helper Chris showed up on time and ready to work…they wrapped everything with the utmost of care and loaded everything in record time…even though we are in the middle of the country on the Prairies and we were their last stop before their first unload in Winnipeg.  Room was limited and they used every little nook and cranny of the truck to get everything on.  Codie’s delivery estimation for Ottawa was on schedule and done with ease and care.  We had no damage with our items. Their customer service was outstanding.  No matter where you live in Canada, this is the company to book with!  Thanks Great Canadian Van Lines…I’m so glad we found you and we wouldn’t use anyone else ever again!
 
Dawson Oliver 04/02/2024
 
 
Excellent movers! Wade and his team were great. They were communicative, timely, and affordable. There were fewer options for pick-up and delivery dates for a cross-country trip, but they worked out fine. Very careful with our stuff, wrapping all fragile items extra, and even disassembling/assembling some of our furniture. Inventory was accurate and there were no surprise costs. Would 100% move with them, again.
 
Kurtis Ansey 03/15/2024
 
 
I have had such a positive experience with GCVL! They handled my cross country move with care. Kathy and the team were very responsive with communication and questions, and the movers were excellent. I was surprised at how timely my delivery was, with non delays and no issues with my belongings. Highly recommend.
 
Lisa Harvey 03/08/2024
 
 
Pick up and delivery came within the scheduled date & time, everything came intact and not a thing went missing. Recommend.
 
Nicole King 03/08/2024
 
 
I would recomend Great Canadian Van Lines for any long distance move. From the quote all the way to the final delivery it was a very good experience. I had the longest move of my life – Guelph, ON to Kenora, ON. Everyone I dealt with made me feel safe and happy with the choice I made. A very satisfied Cusromer – Mary
 
Mary Meiler 03/07/2024
 
 
Hi Sara, my move was completed today. Ash and his partner did a great job. Only one lamp was damaged and Ash told us about the risk before moving. No problem. I really appreciate all of your help and I will definitely recommend your services and use your company again in the future. Thanks so much!
 
David Benjamin 02/26/2024
 
 
Hi Sara 
The movers just left. They were so friendly, efficient and professional. I can’t say enough good things about your company thus far, the correspondence, the reassurance all of it. Thank you so much.
 
Sue Bowman 02/26/2024
 
 
I had a wonderful experience using your service twice for my long-distance move, and I couldn’t be happier both times. Yad and the team was very professional and detailed during packing and unpacking. I really appreciate the extra effort your team took to deliver my household items with ease. Thank you!”
 
Nima Mirkarimi 02/15/2024
 
 
We had our move from SK to BC with Great Canadian Van Lines. All our packages were delivered within just 6 days, everything was in perfect condition. Wade ensured the best professional service, and Sara was so helpful accommodating my requests, it was an absolutely wonderful moving experience with these guys!
 
Farhana Farha 02/07/2024
 
 
Excellent service, great communication, on time and price was as expected and nearly identical to the quote given. Driver Ron was great and I really appreciated all their hard work. Would happily use this company again in the future.
 
Robin Bushell 02/01/2024
 
 
I had the pleasure of dealing with this company yesterday.
My daughter moved from Kwebec to beautiful BC 🇨🇦
Two guys showed up, very efficient, polite, it was not their first rodeo; they were amazing!
Wonderful experience!!
 
Laurie Sauve O’Flaherty 02/01/2024
 
These guys are fabulous!! Great communication and explanations of the process, the ETA provided for our move from Ontario to BC was bang on. Ron (the driver) was fantastic, and his team had carefully took furniture apart, wrapped them, and did the opposite at destination. Very great service, will use these guys again.
 
Anthony Kwok 01/31/2024
 
 
I recently used Great Canadian for my cross-country move from Ottawa and the process was seamless. The team was very professional and took great care of my belongings. Nothing was missing or broken. The process was smooth and there were no hidden costs. My move had to be delayed due to circumstances beyond their control and they were considerate enough to reimbursed me.
 
Piper Thibodeau 01/23/2024
 
 
Ron and his crew were a pleasure to work with. Punctual, reliable and relatable. Will be using them again in the future for sure!!
 
Michael Burr 01/23/2024
 
 
I got connected to Great Canadian Van Lines Ltd through Purely Canadian movers. I am highly impressed by their services. I was moving from Montreal to Vancouver in November/December 2023. The whole process was well conducted. I they sent the gentlemen to collect my stuff at the exact agreed time and all went well. The items were delivered to Vancouver around the agreed time. My glass items and Ikea furniture was well kept, I was surprised. The bill was right, they actually reduced the first quote after weighing the items. I missed a portable air conditioner but this was probably because we did not pack it well. All in all, given the bad environment the moving business can be, I think the did a superb job. Save yourself the hustle and trouble and trust them with your business.
 
Anthony Bayega 01/14/2024
 
 
I have used this company twice and dealt with Kyle and Sara who were both so lovely to deal with and patient with my questions too. They did an amazing job moving us across the country and the price was more than fair. All of the moving guys I met with were hardworking and pleasant. Did some stuff get damaged, a little but nothing major. It was to be expected when moving so far. I would trust this company with my business. There are a lot of scammers out there, this company is not one of them and they will take amazing care of you and your belongings. Nothing missing or stolen and they were prompt with their timing. 10 out of 10 recommend
 
Sarah Smith 01/12 2024
 
I had a very positive moving experience with Great Canadian Van Lines Ltd. moving from Ontario to British Columbia from start to finish. The customer service team was very responsive and helpful in planning for the move, getting me a quote (which ended up being very accurate and close to the final amount), and supporting me following the move with my questions. The movers were very kind, efficient, thorough and very careful with all of my items. Everything arrived in good shape with the exception of a few scratches on one piece of furniture. This issue, however, was quickly resolved with customer service. I would highly recommend Great Canadian Van Lines Ltd. for any move, and will use their services again in the future. Thank you to Harry, Jai, Sara and Emily for a very smooth and stress-free moving experience
 
Laura Hayos 01/11 2024
 
We used Great Canadian to go from Vancouver to Belleville, ON.

From Kathy providing a super accurate estimate based on pictures to Wade and Robin in the truck who knocked themselves out for our move.  They all demonstrated great caring.  They got to know my wife and knew our stuff so well they knew where to place it in our new home.  Highly recommend this group and this company as nothing was lost, missing or broken and they worked with us to make our move as easy as possible.
 
J. LaBossier 01/10/ 2024
 
When it comes to moving, these guys know exactly what they are doing. They moved my furniture from AB to ON flawlessly and in no time despite the Christmas/ new year holidays.
 
Hesham Tarhoni 01/03/2024