Moving: Tips and best practices

Sustainable practices

Take this opportunity to sort through your belongings, reduce the volume to be moved, and plan how you will pack and organize your items.

For a more sustainable move:

• Moving bin rental services such as GoBac offer a reusable alternative to cardboard boxes. 
• For fragile items, you can also use everyday materials such as old newspapers, egg cartons, blankets, and towels.
• Reusable items such as bags, containers, dishware, or refillable bottles are encouraged whenever possible.
• If possible, use a moving truck that is appropriately sized for your belongings to reduce the number of trips required.
• If you are unsure how to sort materials, consult the “Ça va où?”(in French) application from Recyc-Québec.

You can also bring items to the Côte-des-Neiges or LaSalle Ecocentres, where a wide range of materials and objects can be properly recycled.

Consult the Recyc-Québec fact sheet (French only)Learn more about collection

Hydro Westmount: Moving notice

It is important to notify Hydro Westmount prior to your moving date to ensure continuity of service.

New residents may:

• Open a residential account or update an existing address;
• Access the Customer Portal to view consumption history and manage personal information.

Forms and information

Parking during the move

Residents wishing to reserve parking space for a moving truck must contact the Public Works Department at least 48 hours in advance.

Sign up for the Citizen Portal