Moving to Vancouver from Overseas

Vancouver is consistently ranked as one of the top ten livable cities in the world. Recently it ranked as 5th, ahead of the other Canadian cities Calgary ( 7th ) and Toronto ( 9th ). One of those ranking agencies, The Economist Magazine, base their criteria on the balance between: infrastructure, education, culture, environment, healthcare, and stability. Others attribute ranking on: a live work balance, local and nearby activities, with diverse ethnic and educational opportunities. We attribute it to being at a place where the Rocky Mountains meet the Fraser River and Pacific Ocean. There is a constant sense of nature and awe of its beauty, to be respected and preserved.

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Vancouver at the joining of the Rocky Mountains Fraser River and Pacific Ocean Gulf Stream

The best international moving company in Vancouver is Bekins. Decades of experience helping folks move to Vancouver has made Bekins the best. Safe and on time delivery is daily fare. Customer satisfaction drove Bekins to establish the first motorized vehicle fleet in 1924. A century later Bekins continues its focus on using the best equipment available that matches local needs. Trucks with “air ride” over spring suspension, experience less road vibration, for example. The century of local drivers using earned experience to proudly deliver successful services to Vancouver destinations is unmatched.

Many suburb hillside homes have been bekins destinations.
There are different challenges with suburban homes high rise apartments on odd lay of the land locations Each is better with the right tools


Mountain, shore lines or curved rivers present lay of the land challenges. Bekins is prepared for them. Sixty floor apartment buildings need different tools and understanding than a house 30 feet straight up from the road or a 2 bedroom driveway house. Bekins clients get great value for the time and manpower needed in each move. Plus risk of damage is reduced, because Bekins cares.

Dense and complex downtown apartment living versus countryside living in deep cove are different moving realities
Vancouver a major cosmopolitan international hub that is also super natural

Vancouver enjoys the year round mildest climate in Canada. The Pacific Ocean Gulf Stream keeps winters mild. The westerly wind in conjunction with abundant trees and vegetation keeps the air fresh. Yes there are days when it rains and even a few days in the winter when it snows. Not an issue for 99.9% of the destination unpack deliveries.

When you come to vancouver expect to change.
Year round outdoor activities change how you can enjoy life kayak in the Fraser River or off shore in the ocean golf is everywhere hike the trails
Vancouver nigh sky includes next door night skiing every evening.
Night skiing on the nearby Grouse Mountain each day after work seen here above the night time Vancouver skyline or do a weekend in Whistler
Vancouver fireworks festival
Vancouver is a sponsor of many international fireworks competitions

Vancouver, the largest urban community in British Columbia, is part of The Lower Mainland. Like all urban centers with several million people it has issues with population density and traffic. Rush hours and traffic accidents can disrupt move ins, although Bekins experienced drivers plan ahead and are masters of using alternate routes as a result. Timely arrival is valued but not in exchange for the safety of your possessions.

Located between Vancouver International Airport (YVR) and Abbotsford International Airport (YXX):

3779 – 190 Street
Surrey, B.C., V3Z 0P6



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