John Charbonneau
a month ago
Had the pleasure of working with Legacy Moving! Amazing company with the guidance of a great company owner Nick!
Winnipeg to Ottawa Movers
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What's Included in Every Move
Padded Furniture Wrapping
Every piece wrapped in moving blankets and shrink wrap
Floor & Doorway Protection
Runners and padding on every move
Disassembly & Reassembly
Beds, tables, and shelving taken apart and rebuilt
Clean, Fully-Equipped Truck
Dollies, straps, and ramps — everything we need
No Hidden Fees
All charges, including fuel, are spelled out on your estimate upfront
Flexible Insurance Options
Choose from several local-move coverage levels to fit your needs
5 from 168+ reviews|BBB A Rating|50+ Years Combined Experience|$5M Insured|WCB Cleared|Transparent Pricing
Ottawa is about 2,200 km from Winnipeg. That's roughly 22 to 24 hours of driving, and a long way to trust a moving crew you've never met before.
- 2,200 km route: across Ontario via the Trans-Canada
- Same crew loads in Winnipeg and delivers in Ottawa. No brokered handoffs
- Founders with 50+ combined years: Chris (2001), Sean (23 yrs), Nick (2004)
- $5M liability + $2.50/lb cargo coverage included
- BBB A rating · 5★ from 168+ Google reviews
We handle moves from Winnipeg to Ottawa regularly. If you're heading east for work, family, or a fresh start, call us at (204) 296-2223 for a free on-site estimate. We come to your home in Winnipeg, see what you have, and give you a transparent quote with no hidden fees.
A move this size involves more than loading a truck. Here's what we include:
- Loading and unloading at both your Winnipeg home and your Ottawa destination
- Furniture disassembly and reassembly — beds, desks, wardrobes, whatever needs to come apart
- Protective wrapping with moving blankets and shrink wrap on all furniture before it goes on the truck
- Packing services — full or partial; you pack what you're comfortable with, we handle the rest
- Moving supplies including boxes, tape, bubble wrap, mattress bags, and wardrobe boxes
- Climate-controlled storage in Winnipeg if your Ottawa move-in date doesn't line up with your Winnipeg departure
We don't require a deposit to book. You pay when the job is done. Call (204) 296-2223 or fill out our online form to get a free quote on your Winnipeg to Ottawa move.
Your belongings won't arrive the next day. This is a 2,200 km interprovincial move, and transit typically takes 2 to 5 business days depending on the size of your shipment and scheduling.
A few things affect the timeline:
- Shipment size — a studio apartment moves faster than a 4-bedroom house
- Shared vs. dedicated truck — we'll discuss options when we do your estimate
- Road conditions — the Trans-Canada through Northern Ontario can be slow in winter
- Your move-in date — we coordinate pickup and delivery timing around when you actually need to be in Ottawa
We recommend booking 4 to 6 weeks ahead during peak moving season (May through September). If your timeline is tighter, call us anyway — we do our best to work with what you've got.
Long-distance moving is priced differently than local moving. Instead of hourly rates, interprovincial moves are typically priced on a weight times distance basis. The heavier your shipment, the more you pay.
The main factors that affect your quote:
- Total shipment weight — a one-bedroom apartment weighs far less than a fully furnished house
- Move date — peak season (summer) costs more than an off-season move in January or February
- Add-on services — packing, storage, and specialty items like pianos or safes are priced separately
- Access at either end — elevator bookings, long carries, or stairs at your Ottawa building can affect the cost
We don't quote over the phone on moves this size. We come to your home in Winnipeg, walk through what you have, and give you a written quote you can rely on. No hidden fees. Call (204) 296-2223 to book your free in-home estimate.
If you're moving from Winnipeg to Ottawa, you're trading one Canadian capital-region for another. Ottawa is Canada's actual capital, home to the federal government and a fast-growing tech sector. The metro population is around 1.5 million, which makes it larger than Winnipeg but much more manageable than Toronto.
Neighbourhoods Worth Knowing
- Westboro and Hintonburg — walkable and popular with young professionals and families who want urban living without downtown density
- The Glebe and Old Ottawa South — heritage homes, Rideau Canal access, excellent for families; some of the priciest real estate in the city
- Kanata and Barrhaven — suburban, family-friendly, home to much of Ottawa's tech sector
- Orleans — more affordable, large francophone community, strong French-language services
- Centretown and Downtown — condos and apartments, walkable to Parliament Hill and the ByWard Market
A Few Practical Notes
Ottawa winters are cold — not as extreme as Winnipeg, but plenty harsh. If you're moving into a condo or apartment building, book the elevator in advance; Ottawa buildings take this seriously. And if you're covered by Manitoba Health, contact Service Ontario to get your Ontario health card sorted out as soon as you arrive — Ontario health coverage (OHIP) is available to eligible new residents.
There are national moving companies that will send a crew you've never met to pack up your life. We work differently.
Legacy Moving was founded by three people who built careers in this industry before building the company:
- Chris: moving families in Winnipeg since 2001
- Sean: 23 years of operational experience
- Nick: in the trade since 2004
They're hands-on operators, not just names on a website.
What you get on a Winnipeg to Ottawa move:
- Real in-home estimate, no phone guesses that double on move day
- Written quote with no hidden fees
- Same team in contact from pickup through delivery
- BBB Accredited, A rating, zero complaints
- 5 stars from 168+ Google reviews
If you want to talk through your move before committing to anything, call us at (204) 296-2223.
Customer reviews on Google
5 rating of 168 reviews
Rob McKenzie
3 months ago
Robert and Emmanuel were right on time, very pleasant and courteous. They worked quickly and efficiently and the entire process was seamless. Thank you guys, good job! Would definitely use Legacy again.
Reid Winter
5 months ago
Legacy is simply the best moving experience I’ve ever had. They were competitively priced and the movers were kind, efficient and handy. Special shoutout to Curtis W, Clint, Emmanuel and Aaron. You guys were awesome!
Chris Hamacek
5 months ago
I had an incredible experience with Legacy Moving Company. They paid close attention to detail, taking the time to wrap and protect all of our furniture, artwork, and delicate pieces so nothing was damaged in the move.…
Janine Braun
7 months ago
Great experience downsizing my 80+ year old immigrant with the help of Legacy Moving Company. My initial phone call with Nick (one of the owners) was both professional and personable. He was quick to get back to me with…
Kori Cuthbert
8 months ago
Working with Legacy moving was a great experience start to finish. Very transparent quoting, clear communication before moving day, and efficent work for our move. Price point wise they were very competitive compared to…
Jocelyne Hebert
9 months ago
Thank you Legacy Moving and especially to Vince and David for making our move such a wonderful experience. Your professionalism and charismatic energy was great for such an emotional time. You were efficient and respectf…
Shelley Ireland
9 months ago
Great patience understanding and respect. Moving is a stressful experience and they made it not so. You can never underestimate the power of kindness. They made me feel welcomed and valued. Thorough and treated my v…
Chelsey Doerksen
9 months ago
These guys are the best there is. Chris came within a day to give us a quote which was very reasonable, detailed and accurate. On the day of our move Sean and John handled all of our things with care. They were friendly…
Said Shahinfar
10 months ago
We recently used Legacy Moving Company for our move, and we couldn’t be happier with the experience! From start to finish, the entire process was smooth, professional, and stress-free. The team was incredibly punctual,…
Ashley Fedora
10 months ago
I recently hired Legacy for a big move, and I can’t recommend then highly enough. The team arrived on time, and they were incredibly efficient in handling everything with great care. Not a single item was damaged, and th…
kirsten McNarland
10 months ago
I recommend this company. They came in to look at the property to see what was needed to move and provided a 1st time quote.. Secondly, they came back when I knew a 100% on move out date & what had to moved. From there…
Tracy JABS
11 months ago
Nick and David did an excellent job! They had my mother in law moved in no time flat and went above and beyond! Thank you Nick amd David. 😃
Joice Wu
11 months ago
I’ve had a great experience with Legacy moving, staff are friendly and switching to another city went smoothly. I would recommend this company, no stress for long distance moving !
Akinsola Esan
a year ago
Perfect
Ryan McKelvey
a year ago
The Legacy team got our stuff moved in one of the coldest days of this winter! They were pleasant despite the frigid temperatures, treated our items gently and were fast while still being reasonably priced. I HIGHLY reco…
Dee Singh
a year ago
Excellent, kind and such helpful service! Above and beyond kind of customer care. Strongly recommend this company!
Shahar Levy
a year ago
I cannot recommend this company enough. Nick & crew were incredible despite challenging circumstances. If I had more space to detail how above and beyond they went to help us, I would scribe a scroll. If you’re moving a…
Charles Kostyk
a year ago
Legacy helped me move today and what a pleasure!! They arrived on time and took great care of all our items. Fast and very professional… the two young gentlemen that showed up were a pleasure to have in our houses!!
Sharon Mason
a year ago
Excellent service, the movers were quick and handled all my belongings carefully. I have moved many times with Military moves and this move was just as professional as any of my moves. I highly recommend Legacy Moving Co…
Lauran Aikin
a year ago
Awesome experience with this moving company, from the walk through to all the communication I had with Chris. He helped me every step of the way with our out of province move. His moving team was fast, respectful and eff…
Ray Lavoie
a year ago
I recently had a long distance move from Winnipeg to Ottawa and Legacy nailed it. They had great communication throughout and were reliable. The pickup was right on time and done quickly. The movers were professional an…
Joe Pedreira
a year ago
WOW what a great experience ! This is a first class moving company. Every step was timed perfectly, very professional and courteous. The crew went above and beyond my expectations. They even sent out a crew to move furni…
David Saifer
a year ago
I have worked with this company a few times. They are professional and polite. The quality of their work is great. Definitely recommend them!
Mike Pape
a year ago
From start to finish, they exceeded my expectations. Professionalism: The team arrived promptly, dressed in uniform, and handled my belongings with care. They were courteous and respectful throughout the process. Effic…
Michael Richichi
a year ago
Normally I like to do big moves myself, call a couple buddies and make a day out of it.. however this time I was in a pickle and needed the move done quick and efficiently. A buddy of mine recommended Legacy moving compa…
Sandra Smith
a year ago
Chris and Sean have helped me with 2 moves within Winnipeg. They were prompt, professional, and careful with our belongings. Their service was efficient and they easily arranged to pick up from both my storage locker and…
Arie Wasserman
a year ago
Best moving company in Winnipeg, super nice people super professional and hardworking, Make our moving experience super easy We strongly recommend them.
Kathryn Sequeira
a year ago
My partner and I were embarking on a big move across provinces and Sean and his team were so helpful and understanding. The process was smooth and efficient. Everything was carefully wrapped and packaged and got to our p…
Mario Collette
a year ago
Rather than quote over the phone or email, Sean came out to actually see our home and items we needed moved. Exceptional communication, service and support. Would highly recommend to anyone wanting the services of a movi…
Dawn Ranseth
a year ago
AWESOME Moving Company!! Prompt, Efficient, and very pleasant gentlemen. It’s evident that Customer Service is important to you. Thank you Sean and Robert. Yours is the only company we will deal with or recommend when ch…
Jared Star
2 years ago
I called these guys with an urgent moving situation that was very sensitive - I needed help moving my parents belongings after they passed away and Chris and his time were incredibly kind and respectful. They handled eve…
Brett Howden
2 years ago
A friendly group of guys who got the job done quickly and efficiently. Best moving experience I've ever had.
Marley Wall
2 years ago
The whole team is extremely knowledgeable and helpful! I highly recommended this company!
Jordyn Sherri
2 years ago
Highly recommend! Legacy moving company did an incredible job! They respect your time and all of your belongings. They made a stressful time very pleasant and easy. Would hire again in a heartbeat! Thanks again guys.
Joanna Gala
2 years ago
Excellent moving company! Highly recommend!
linda percy
2 years ago
Great service, affordable and an all around pleasure to deal with! Hire them for your next move...I highly recommend Legacy Moving Company!!!
Hannah Clark
2 years ago
Sean’s crew was right on time, super friendly, and efficient! Definitely going to work with them again next time I need to move.
Our Promise to You
Damage-Free Guarantee
If we damage it, we fix or replace it — no questions asked.
On-Time Arrival
We show up in the window we promise, every single time.
No Hidden Fees
Your quote is your price. All charges spelled out upfront — no surprises after the move.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, and for a move from Winnipeg to Ottawa, we strongly recommend it. We come to your home in Winnipeg, walk through what you have, and give you a written quote based on what's actually there. That's more accurate than a phone estimate and means no surprises on moving day.
Yes. We have climate-controlled storage in Winnipeg for situations where your Ottawa move-in date doesn't line up with your departure date. We can store your belongings for as long as you need, then deliver when you're ready.
Yes. May through September is peak moving season, and rates reflect the higher demand. Off-season moves (October through April) are typically easier to schedule and may cost less. That said, if summer is the right time for your family's move, we'll give you an honest quote either way.
Absolutely. Our crew handles Manitoba winters regularly, and we account for road conditions through Northern Ontario when planning transit. Winter moves take more planning, but they happen all the time. Call us and we'll walk through what to expect for your specific dates.
Yes. We move pianos, gun safes, hot tubs, pool tables, and other heavy or awkward items. These are quoted separately from standard household goods. Let us know what specialty items you have when we do your in-home estimate and we'll factor them into the plan.
We accept cash, cheque, credit card, and invoice. We don't require a deposit to book — you pay when the job is complete. We find that's the fairest way to do it, and it means you're not out money if something unexpected comes up.
For summer moves, 4 to 6 weeks ahead gives you the best chance of securing your preferred dates. For off-season moves, 2 to 3 weeks usually works. If you need to move sooner, call us at (204) 296-2223 — we do our best to fit in last-minute moves when our schedule allows.
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415 Mulvey Ave E, Winnipeg, MB R3L 0R6
Mon-Fri: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM | Sat: 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM | Sun: Closed