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Senior moving in Hull
Gatineau's downtown, just across the bridge from Parliament Hill. Here is what to know before you move, and how we make it easier.
Area overview
About Hull
Hull is the downtown sector of Gatineau, right across the Ottawa River from Parliament Hill. It mixes federal office towers, the Canadian Museum of History and the lively Vieux-Hull streets with quieter residential pockets and the Plateau area to the west.
For seniors, Hull offers city living with walkable services, the Hôpital de Hull nearby and fast access to downtown Ottawa over the Portage and Chaudière bridges.
- Canadian Museum of History
- Vieux-Hull
- Lac Leamy
- Hôpital de Hull
- Portage and Chaudière bridges
Living in Hull
Advantages and drawbacks
An honest look at Hull for seniors and their families.
✓ Advantages
- Walkable downtown with shops, restaurants and services
- Close to downtown Ottawa over the bridges
- Hôpital de Hull nearby
- Parks and riverside paths along the Ottawa River
! Drawbacks
- Busy downtown traffic and bridge congestion
- Older housing stock in parts of Vieux-Hull
- Paid and limited parking downtown
Moving challenges
What to expect when moving in Hull
Every area has its quirks. Our crews move in Hull regularly, so we plan for them before move day.
- Older multiplexes often have steep outdoor staircases, which need extra care, especially in winter
- Downtown parking is limited, so we plan where the truck stops before move day
- Condo and apartment towers need elevator bookings and loading dock times
Ready when you are
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