The complete checklist for changes of address in Alberta
Every year, you subscribe to different services whether it be a new internet provider or a popular magazine. However, no matter how useful or life-changing these services are, when it comes time to pack all your belongings and move, updating the mailing address to all your subscriptions is the last thing on your mind.
To help simplify this task, we have created an easy to use address checklist specific to Alberta.
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Our printable Alberta address change checklist includes governmental agencies, service providers, as well as organizations, all of which you should advise of your move.Â
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Who should I notify of my new address? The Checklist.
It is important to notify the following organizations and service providers of your move as soon as possible to ensure a smooth and safe move to your new home.
List of organizations, agencies and companies
When to change your address?
How to change your address?
Important to know
Service Alberta
- Driver’s licence
- Vehicle registration
Update your address
within 14 days of changingÂ
your personal information
- You need to provide
supporting documents - By visiting a registry agent
You need to provide supporting documentation when visiting a registry agent, which includes both your physical and mailing address
within Alberta.
More information on changing your address with Service Alberta.
Alberta Health Care Insurance Plan (AHCIP)
- Health Insurance Card
Update your address within 10 days of your move
- Complete a Notice of Change form and bring it to an authorized registry agent location or mail it in to the
AHCIP office:
Alberta Health Care
Insurance Plan P.O. Box 1360, Station Main Edmonton, AB T5J 2N3
- Call the AHCIP office:
780-427-1432 (Edmonton) - Toll-free in Alberta: dial
310-0000 then 780-427-1432 - Visit a registry agent office
If you decide to call the AHCIP office to update your address, make sure you have your personal health number in hand to say it to the operator when they ask for it.
If you require additional information, you can email the AHCIP office at:
More information on changing your address on your health card in Alberta.
Electricity Provider
• ENMAX
As soon as possible, up to 1Â month in advance
- Contact ENMAX by phone:
1-877-571-7111 - Or from your online account
Financial Institutions
- Bank accounts
- Credit cards
- Investments
As soon as possible, up to 1Â month in advance
- From your online account
- By phone
- For free on MovingWaldo
Please note that many banks will process address changes separately for each account you hold with them
More information on how to change your address for your financial institution.
Insurance Policies
2 weeks before your move
- From your online account
- By phone
- For free on MovingWaldo
Your change of address may have an impact on the amount you are paying for your insurance policy. When moving to a new home, it is important to get at least 3 quotes from reputable insurance carriers. Do not assume your current home
insurance policy is still the right choice for your new living situation.
More information on the impact of moving on your insurance policy.
Alberta Pensions Services Corporation
- Local Authorities Pension Plan (LAPP)
- Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP)
- Special Forces Pension Plan (SFPP)
- Management Employees Pension Plan (MEPP), and the Public Service Management (Closed Membership) Pension Plan.
1 to 2 weeks before you move
- Via the Secure Mailbox in your My Pension Plan account
- Contact the LAPP at 1-877-649-5277
- Contact the PSPP at 1-877-453-1777
- Contact the SFPP at 1-877-809-737
- Contact the MEPP at 1-877-889-6377
More information on changing your address with the Alberta Pensions Services Corporations.
Canadian Pension Plan (CPP) Â
1 or 2 weeks before you move
- Update your address online
- By calling 1-800-277-9914
More information on how to change your address with the CPP.
Old Age Security (OAS)
As soon as possible
- Call 1-800-277-9914
- Â Mail your documents to the nearest Service Canada Centre or visit that location directly
More information on how to change your address with the OAS.
Employment Insurance (EI)
1 or 2 weeks before you move
- Using your My Service Canada Account (MSCA)Â Â
- By calling 1-800-206-7218
- In person at a Service Canada Centre near you
You can provide notification of a future address change up to 180 days in advance.
More information on how to change your address with EI.
Income Assistance (Ministry of Community and Social Services)
As soon as possible
- Contact the social worker responsible of your case
If you need to report other important changes, like a change in employment or marital status, report it to your social worker too.
Refer to this list of all changes for more details.
Mobile Phone Provider
1-2 weeks before your move
- On your online account
- By phone
- For free on MovingWaldo
Home, Internet, TV &
Phone Provider
As soon as possible, up to 1
month in advance
- From your online account
- By phone
- For free on MovingWaldo
Most service providers require at least three weeks notice to schedule an appointment for the installation. When changing your address with your service provider, you might want to change providers at the same time. To find a new internet provider, check out the recommended internet providers
near you.
More information on how to change your address for your telecom provider.
Streaming and Online Services
- Netflix
- Spotify
- Amazon Prime
- Apple Music
Before or after you move
- On your online account
Important so that you can avoid issues with the change of your billing address.
More information on how to change your address with Netflix, Spotify, Apple Music and Amazon Prime.
Rewards Programs
1 week before you move
- From your online account
- By phone
- For free on MovingWaldo
Many Rewards Programs send discounts by mail.
Don’t miss out!
Magazines and Newspapers
Up to a month before you
move
- From your online account
- By phone
- For free on MovingWaldo
There may be a delay of a few weeks before your address is updated. If you have not received all copies of your magazines or newspapers
following your move, contact their customer service.
Charities
Up to 1 month before you move
- From your online account
- By phone
- For free on MovingWaldo
Important for your tax return!
Occupational Health and Safety (OHS)
As soon as possible, up to 1 month in advance.
- By phone:Â 780-415-8690Â (Edmonton)
- Toll-free:Â 1-866-415-8690
Canada Savings Bond
1-2 weeks before you move
- Through the online service
- By phone:Â 1-877 899-3599
More information on how to change your address with the Canada Savings Bonds.
Canada Revenue Agency (CRA)
Before or after you move
- On your online account
- By contacting the CRA at 1-800-959-7383
You will also be able to change your address during the annual tax return season
More information on how to change your address with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA).
Elections Alberta
Before the election period
- Online through the voterlink portal
- Call Elections AB at 780-427-7191
When updating your information with voterlink, you will need to have your Alberta Driver’s Licence or an Alberta ID on hand.
Elections Canada
Before the election period
- Through the Elections Canada website
If you cannot complete the form online, you can print it and send it directly to Elections Canada
More information on how to change your address with Elections Canada.
Hunting and Fishing license (Alberta Environment and Parks)
At your convenience
- Online through your account
- Visit your local Issuer and complete a WIN Application form to update any new information (Section A).
- Call the Active Network AlbertaRELM Help Desk toll-free at 1-888-944-5494
If you decide to go with the second option and visit your local Issuer to complete a new WIN Application, you won’t be required to purchase a new WIN card!Â
A WIN card is valid for 5 years.
Canadian Firearms Program (CFP) of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police
Notify any change of
address within 30 days
- Using your GCKey secure account
- By calling 1-800-731-4000
- For free on MovingWaldo
- By mail (in writing) to the following address:
Royal Canadian Mounted Police
Canadian Firearms Program PO Box 1200 Miramichi, New Brunswick E1N 5Z3
It is the law to inform the RCMP of your address change. Have your license number on hand when contacting them.
RCMP Renewal notices are sent to the address you provided. If you did not receive an application renewal notice, you should call 1- 800-731-4000 to confirm that the Canadian Firearms Programs(CFP) has your correct address on file.
More information on how to
change your address on your arms permit.
Boat Permit
1 to 2 weeks before you move
- Via the Pleasure Craft Electronic Licensing System (PCELS)
- Or by mail
A Pleasure Craft Licence is valid for 10 years. At the end of that period, you must renew your licence. If you change your name, address, or particulars of the pleasure craft after you obtain a Pleasure Craft Licence, you must update your licence.
Employer
Before or after you move
- Â Notify the HR department
Pharmacist
On your last visit prior to moving
- Â In person or by phone
It is important to talk to your pharmacist to transfer your file to a new pharmacy if required. Please note that some prescriptions are not
transferable, and you might need a new prescription.
Dentist
On your next visit/call
- Â Simply mention it to the
receptionist
Library
On your next visit/call
- Â Simply mention it to the
receptionist
Municipality
When visiting your
notary’s office
- With your notary
Depending on your city, you may need to go to their office in person to change your address. Check your municipality’s website for more information.
Graduates/Alumni associations
Before or after you move
- Online or by phon
- For free on MovingWaldo
Associations sometimes send promotional discounts. Change your address so you don’t miss out on the promotions!
Alberta Student Aid
1-2 weeks before you move
- Online through your Student Aid account
If you need to notify Alberta
Student Aid of a change of
circumstances, you can submit a Request for review of your account.
University
Before or after you move`
- Online
- By phone with the Registrar’s Office
It is important to change your
address to receive your transcripts!
Child’s School
As soon as possible
- By phone or in person at the old and new school
Update your address as soon as possible, especially if there’s a need to enroll the child in a different school or for school transportation
purposes (school bus).
More information on how to change your address with your child’s school.
Car Manufacturer
Before or after you move
- Online
- By Phone
- For free on MovingWaldo
It is important to change your address to receive notices and reminders about your vehicle!
Car Dealership
Before or after you move
- By phone or on your next visit
It is important to change your address to receive notices and reminders about your vehicle!
Medical Clinic
On your next visit/call
- Simply mention it to the receptionist
Professional AssociationÂ
Before or after you move
- Online on the association’s website
More information on changing your address with your professional association.
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