How to change your mailing address ontario
To change your mailing address in Ontario, you'll need to update your address with various organizations and government agencies. Here's a step-by-step guide to help you through the process:
- Update your address with Canada Post:
- Go to Canada Post's website (www.canadapost.ca) and click on "Change Your Address" under the "My Account" section.
- Fill out the online form with your old and new addresses.
- Pay the $25 fee (if you're not already a Canada Post customer).
- Notify the Ontario government:
- Visit the Ontario government's website (www.ontario.ca) and click on "Change Your Address" under the "Services" section.
- Fill out the online form with your old and new addresses.
- You'll need to provide your Ontario Health Card number and other personal information.
- Update your address with the Ontario Motor Vehicle Administration (MVA):
- Visit the Ontario MVA's website (www.ontario.ca/page/motor-vehicle-administration) and click on "Change Your Address" under the "Services" section.
- Fill out the online form with your old and new addresses.
- You'll need to provide your driver's license number and other personal information.
- Notify your bank and credit card companies:
- Contact your bank and credit card companies to update your address.
- You can usually do this by logging into your online account or calling their customer service number.
- Update your address with other organizations:
- Notify your employer, school, or university (if applicable).
- Update your address with your insurance provider (health, auto, home, etc.).
- Inform your utility companies (hydro, gas, water, etc.).
- Update your address with your phone and internet service providers.
- Check for other organizations that may need to be notified:
- Review your financial documents, such as loan agreements, mortgages, and credit agreements.
- Check with your employer, school, or university to see if there are any other organizations that need to be notified.
Remember to keep a record of all the organizations you've notified and the dates you made the changes. This will help you track any changes and ensure that your new address is updated correctly.