Great Canadian Van Lines

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Delta BC V3M 6Z7
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Brock in Calgary Ab
Brock in Calgary Ab
2 reviews Calgary, AB
10/10

Vancouver to Calgary Ab

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THE MOVERS WERE VERY PROFESSIONAL AND COURTEOUS AND TOOK VERY GOOD CARE OF MY BELONGINGS GREAT PEOPLE TO MOVE WITH. I WILL HIGHLY RECOMMEND THEM TO MY FRIENDS AND FAMILY!

Approximate cost of services:
$1,530.00
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A.J. in Victoria
A.J. in Victoria
2 reviews Victoria, BC
2/10

Moving from Toronto to Victoria

I contracted with GCVL to move me from Toronto to Victoria with pick-up on October 27th. The contract specified a delivery window of Nov. 3-11. I was told the actual date would be narrowed once the truck was underway.

The day before the move I learned GCVL had hired an agent company called AMS Transportation in Dundalk, Ontario to do the move. AMS picked up on October 27th, but that was the only thing done on time. My belongings sat in AMS's yard until Nov. 6th. AMS insisted on full payment before they delivered, while the contract specified payment on delivery.

I paid and was twice given a specific delivery date. Both dates were later than speicified in the contract and both times AMS informed me at the last moment they had to change the date. When I complained that they were late, AMS told me they were not bound by the date in the contract signed by GCVL.

I complained to GCVL and have to say everyone there was sympathetic and offered to help me get my delivery. In the end, there was nothing they could do. The delivery finally happened on November 21st.

To GCVL's credit, they offered me some financial compensation for the late delivery and the office staff was pleasant. However that doesn't make up for the stress or discomfort of sleeping on my floor without a stick of furniture for over a week while trying to juggle my plans. Bottom line: three and a half weeks to deliver is unacceptable.

Most importantly, I had hired GCVL for their reputation. Without consulting me, they turned over my contract to AMS, a company that is not registered with the Better Business Bureau, has had many complaints and would not honour the contract.

Approximate cost of services:
$5,500.00
What could this company do to improve their services?
First, they should not have subcontracted with an unreliable company. Then, when they learned of the problem with AMS they should have ensured it was fixed or should have sent one of their own trucks to retrieve the goods and deliver it in accordance with the contract.
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Company Response

Avi and I have discussed that our independant broker AMS who was delivering this for us had truck problems and had broken down. Which delayed the delivery of the move. I do not want my customers to go through undue stress, and going forward we will not be using AMS, we have taken them off our list.

Gloria in Brampton
Gloria in Brampton
1 review MORRISTON, ON
10/10

Move from Maple Ridge to Guleph

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I got a very great mover, Amar. This is the second time he moved our family cross the country. He was very professional,respecful and super clean. He made sure that everything was done professionally. He moved us with care when, which other companies don't seem to know how to do. He didn't break anything, which was surprising. We expected some things to break, but nothing did. We truly apprciate Amar's good work. This is a hard work and tough business, he has all of my respect. He was great and I'd definitely call him again.

Approximate cost of services:
$10,000.00
Any advice to offer fellow homeowners facing a similar project?
We did shop around before we moved, and we found the driver/mover is the one makes all the difference. We have moved 6 times in the last 10 years. We like Amar the best.
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Bonnie in Thornhill
Bonnie in Thornhill
1 review THORNHILL, ON
10/10

Move from Vancouver to Thornhill

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They were on time and didn't break anything. They were pretty quick and efficient throughout the whole move. I am very satisfied with the service provided by Great Canadian Van Lines and I will surely recommend them to my friends.

Approximate cost of services:
$1,500.00
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Martha in Caledon
Martha in Caledon
1 review BOLTON, ON
10/10

Move from Saskatoon to Caledon

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There were two movers and a driver and they were all extremely pleasant, well mannered and hard working. They were also very courteous and on time. It was a beautiful day and I offered them coffee and they were very friendly and cooperative. No complaints at all. They were tremendous

Approximate cost of services:
$5,000.00
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Simon in Vancouver
Simon in Vancouver
1 review VANCOUVER, BC
10/10

Move Within Vancouver

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They were great. They were on time and they were professional. Nothing got damaged. I am very satisfied with this company and I will definitely recomment Great Canadian Van Lines to a friend.

Approximate cost of services:
$880.00
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Judy in West Vancouver
Judy in West Vancouver
1 review Vancouver, BC
10/10

Move from Collingwood to West Vancouver

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At the old location, there were some large pieces of furniture that had to be taken down stairs and GCVL took care of making sure the furniture did not get damaged. We were phoned to let us know when the truck was coming and it came right on time. The movers had everything ready to go. They had a "game plan" to see how things were going to be assembled at the other end. They explained the whole process to us. It was just great.

Approximate cost of services:
$3,900.00
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Jane in Victoria
Jane in Victoria
1 review VICTORIA, BC
10/10

Move from Brockville to Victoria

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I gave it a good rating because i felt that everything got here in a timely fashion and everything seemed to be in a good condition. I was just a little bit disappointed because they did not come on Saturday but they phoned me and told me that they were going to come on Sunday. I was flexible, but that was a bit of a surprise.

The driver did a good job of staying in touch with me. He called me back several times about how he could come in and out of the building because I live in a condo. Later on he figured out how to do it in Google so everything worked out fine.
I'm overall very satisfied with the service.

Approximate cost of services:
$2,500.00
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Leah in Calgary
Leah in Calgary
1 review Calgary, AB
10/10

Move from Vancouver to Calgary

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Fantastic Job, thank you. The service I received was great. The guys were very friendly and they showed up when they said they were going to and they delivered the stuff when they said they were going to. I'm very happy with the service I received from this company, especially when I compare it with the service I've received in previous moves with other companies, which was not very efficient.

Approximate cost of services:
$1,100.00
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Brock in Richmond
Brock in Richmond
1 review Richmond, BC
10/10

Move from London to Richmond

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We had a great experience moving with Great Canadian Van Lines and I would surely recommend them. They were on time, reliable and courteous. I'm very satisfied with the service we received.

Approximate cost of services:
$4,200.00
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Company Response

Thanks Brock give us a call when you are in need of moving services again.

Mark Valliant
General Manager

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More about Great Canadian Van Lines

Great Canadian Van Lines was conceived in the late 1980’s and commenced operations in Calgary, Alberta in 1990. The company relocated to the greater Vancouver area in 1992 and has operated from this area for the over 25 years. Great Canadian is one of the six major van lines operating ...
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