Whether you’re moving for school, moving with a partner, or simply needed a fresh start – moving to a new city is hard. Not only do you have the stress of financing your move, packing, and trying to find good quality  moving services , but you have to contend with saying goodbye to the connections you’ve made in your current city. 

It can take between 1 and 4 months to adjust to new surroundings. This, of course, depends on the individual and how quickly one can put oneself out there.

This article will discuss how to make the most of your new surroundings while providing tips on meeting the neighbours and finding the best spots to meet new people. 

If you’re moving to a new city for work, it’s important to have an idea of the overall landscape of your area. If you’re commuting to work, figure out where the nearest gas stations are and how your workplace handles parking. If you don’t have a vehicle, figure out the subway/bus route. Take a few test runs first so that you can feel comfortable.

2021 means that you have a ton of extra resources. If you’re social media savvy, find your city’s hashtag on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, or even Tik Tok and see what people have to say about dining, volunteering, and other activities. 

Google and Google Maps will be an important resource for finding out where the nearest restaurants, movie theatres, shopping centres, pharmacies, and other essentials are. 

Be sure to keep an eye on online reviews for unbiased opinions as well.

Establishing your go-to takeout, coffee, and grocery shopping takes time and effort. But we’ve got the scoop on how to make it easy and fun!

COVID-19 has relegated many of us to work from home, but this doesn’t mean that you need to stay cooped up in your house all day. If you’ve just moved to an area with some coffee shops nearby – try them out! Pack up the laptop and spend a few hours each day finding your favourite. It’s a great way to get out of the house and potentially meet new people. 

Walking isn’t just a great way to exercise, it’s a great way to get your bearings in your new city. Most uptown and downtown locations will have small boutiques that feature local artisanal products and local dining. 

Be sure to follow your new city’s COVID-19 guidelines. Many, some, or all of the above options might not be readily available depending on the city, so be sure to do your research on what’s open and under what restrictions. 

Meeting the neighbours can be daunting even for the most extroverted individuals. No matter where you find yourself meeting new people, the same principle applies: Just introduce yourself. 

Ask friendly questions about the best spots to eat or where the closest gyms are. These are great ice-breakers and most people will be all too happy to give you advice and fill you in on what to do around town.

It almost goes without saying, but being a good neighbour is key. No loud parties, no garbage strewn about your yard or patio, and generally having a friendly attitude. Small things like offering to shovel, snowblow, or clean their car off during the winter months will go a very long way too! 

We know that you likely have the pre-moving jitters about moving to a new city, and we’re here to help make that process easier with our reliable and efficient moving services.

We offer both residential and commercial moves and serve a wide range of communities in and around the Guelph and Kitchener area.

Call us today at (519) 830-4974 or fill out our handy  contact form .