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Your A-Z Guide to Relocating from the U.S. to Canada

Canada relocation services – A.H.O.M™ RMC helps with housing, rentals, banking, and settlement for newcomers

We are a Canadian Trusted Relocation Management Company

Moving from the U.S. to Canada?

Moving from the US to Canada is an exciting opportunity, but it comes with unique challenges like cross-border paperwork, securing suitable housing, and understanding new settlement requirements. A.H.O.M™ Relocation makes the transition smoother by guiding newcomers and transferees through every step: from pre-arrival planning and real estate support to navigating Canadian paperwork, banking, and local services. With culturally sensitive advisors and end-to-end coordination—including our Canadian Newcomer Advantage Program (CNAP)—A.H.O.M™ ensures that individuals, families, and employees arrive confident, connected, and ready to thrive in their new Canadian community

A.H.O.M™— (A .Home .of. Mine) - Where every Move feels like Coming Home
 

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

WELCOME TO CANADA
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General Status

Travel & Legal Documents

Vehicles

Health & Insurance

Housing & Banking

Education and Schooling 

Employment & Taxes

Finances and Taxes 

Family and Dependants 

Pets and Relocation 

Settlement and Belonging 

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TRUSTED RESOURCES 

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DISCLAIMER 
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AHOM™ Relocation Management Company Inc. (AHOM™ RMC) is not a law firm and does not provide immigration or legal advice.

We are a housing-first relocation management company that supports individuals, families, and organizations with the logistics of moving and settling in Canada.

For immigration applications, permits, or other legal matters, AHOM™ RMC works with trusted, independent immigration lawyers and consultants who provide these services directly.

Any legal or immigration advice must come from a licensed professional.

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Buying Real Estate in Canada ( U.S Buyers

Renting a Home in Canada ( U.S Renters Only) 

Statistics of Immigrants into Canada 2023
QUICK FUN FACT ABOUT U.S IMMIGRATION 
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Historical dominance of U.S. citizens:

 

  • In the 1980s, nearly all U.S. immigrants to Canada were American citizens, with over 75% born and last residing in the U.S.

  • This share remained above two-thirds until the early 2010s.Rise of non-citizen U.S. residents

  • By 2019, 45% of U.S. immigrants to Canada were non-citizens (e.g., temporary workers, international students), quadrupling from 2,100 in 2016 to 9,310 in 2019.

  • Temporary-to-permanent transitions: U.S. citizens already in Canada as temporary residents (workers/students) accounted for 54% of inflows in 2017.

  • By 2023, most U.S. immigrants fell into this category or were non-citizen residents.

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EXPLORE CANADA 

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Everyday Life

  • Driver’s licenses — can I use my U.S. license in Canada?

  • Cell phones & plans — do U.S. carriers work? (Roaming vs. Canadian SIM).

  • Bringing pets across the border — requirements & paperwork.

 Non-Transferable Things

  • U.S. health insurance, car insurance, driver’s registration.

  • Some professional licenses (law, medicine, teaching, etc.).

 Transferable Things

  • Credit history (sometimes, but you may need to rebuild).

  • Degrees/diplomas (may require Canadian recognition, but accepted).

  • Investments & pensions (with cross-border tax implications).

Practical Tips

  • Border crossing basics (what you can/can’t bring duty-free).

  • Currency exchange & setting up Canadian credit.

  • Emergency numbers, healthcare access, and other must-knows.

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