The Ultimate Guide to Moving to Canada
Moving to Canada from the UK requires careful planning around visas, international removals, and logistics to ensure a smooth transition. As UK-based removals experts, John Mason International guide you through every step, from relocation advice to shipping your belongings via container to major Canadian ports. This ultimate guide covers how to move to Canada from […]
Chasing a Better Life in Canada: A Yorkshire Family’s Relocation to North Vancouver
Jack Masterson, 36, a videographer from Huddersfield, and his wife Natalie, 35, a former NHS nurse, made the bold decision in 2025 to relocate to North Vancouver, Canada, with their two young children. For the family, the move chased adventure, better work-life balance and a fresh start – dreams shared by many UK families. Dreaming […]
Canadian Port Strikes: How They’re Affecting International Shipping and UK Logistics
Ongoing strikes at Canada’s major ports, including Vancouver and Montreal, have created substantial delays and challenges for global shipping and international removals. With Canada being one of the busiest destinations for UK shippers and international moving companies like John Mason International, these disruptions are affecting both imports and exports, leading to increased wait times, potential […]
A cost effective move from London, UK to Toronto, Canada
Our customer Mr. and Mrs. Youssef, a young couple from London, embarked on an exciting new chapter as Mr. Youssef received a work opportunity in Toronto, Canada. To facilitate their international move, they chose John Mason International, known for its expertise in global moves. Challenge: The couple’s London property, situated on the third floor without […]
UK to Vancouver Relocations: John Mason International’s Groupage Shared Shipment Service
Moving from the UK to Vancouver has become an increasingly popular choice for individuals and families seeking new horizons, stunning landscapes, and vibrant multicultural experiences. Nestled on the picturesque west coast of Canada, Vancouver offers a blend of urban sophistication and natural beauty that’s hard to resist. John Mason International’s Groupage/Shipment Service, tailored for smaller […]
Five of Canada’s Most Famous Foods to Try
Making the move to Canada is an incredibly exciting prospect. Not only are the locals famous for their hospitality, but they are also known for creating some seriously tasty treats and foods. From sweet desserts to meaty delights, here are some of Canada’s most famous foods that you need to try: 1: Poutine You can’t […]
Real Life Moving Tales: Relocating from the UK to Canada as a Teenager
Jemima moved to Toronto, Canada with her parents following her father relocating for work. Below she shares the experience of moving overseas from a teenagers view point: Having just started my second year of High School, I was gelling well with my schoolmates, busy looking at GCSE options, and generally enjoying life as an average […]
Why So Many People are Moving to Toronto
Toronto, with a total population of 5.5 million, is Canada’s largest city by far. It’s also the fourth largest city in North America. Over half of the city’s population were born outside Canada which makes it one of the most culturally diverse cities in the world. English may be the official language, but records show […]
Healthcare in Canada and Health Visa Requirements
Canadian Immigration Health Requirements Canada obviously need to protect its citizens from disease and illness and therefore imposes stringent health checks on people wanting to live in the country for over six months. Temporary Residents Temporary residents applying to enter Canada for more than six months need to have a medical exam. Those people who […]
Moving to Canada – What you can and can’t take with you!
Moving to a new country is an exciting prospect and, if you know the rules, the process will run smoothly. You can import your household possessions with an international removal company duty and tax free into Canada, as long as you have owned them for more than six months. Note that you can’t sell these […]