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Senior movers in Kanata
Senior moving in Kanata
Ottawa's west-end suburb of parks, trails and newer homes. Here is what to know before you move, and how we make it easier.
Area overview
About Kanata
Kanata is a large suburb in Ottawa's west end, about 25 minutes from downtown along Highway 417. It grew up around planned neighbourhoods like Kanata Lakes, Beaverbrook and Bridlewood, and today it is also home to Kanata North, one of Canada's biggest technology business parks.
For seniors, Kanata offers quiet streets, plenty of walking trails and a growing choice of condos, bungalows and retirement residences, with shopping at Kanata Centrum and the Tanger Outlets close by.
- Kanata Centrum
- Canadian Tire Centre
- Tanger Outlets
- Kanata North tech park
- Beaver Pond trails
Living in Kanata
Advantages and drawbacks
An honest look at Kanata for seniors and their families.
✓ Advantages
- Quiet, well-kept neighbourhoods with lots of green space
- Good shopping and services at Kanata Centrum and along Hazeldean Road
- Trails and parks such as the Beaver Pond area for gentle walks
- Mix of bungalows, condos and retirement residences to downsize into
! Drawbacks
- No hospital in Kanata itself; Queensway Carleton Hospital is the closest
- Highway 417 traffic at rush hour to and from downtown
- Many neighbourhoods are car-dependent for errands
Moving challenges
What to expect when moving in Kanata
Every area has its quirks. Our crews move in Kanata regularly, so we plan for them before move day.
- Weekday rush hour on the 417 affects arrival times, so we plan start times around it
- Newer subdivisions have narrow crescents and street parking rules, so we park the truck carefully and use dollies for the carry
- Two-storey homes mean lots of stairs, so we protect railings and floors and take our time
Ready when you are
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