Kanata has grown fast. New subdivisions, tech campuses, high-rises on Eagleson — and with that growth comes a lot of moving. Whether you’re shifting between Kanata neighbourhoods, moving from Kanata into Ottawa, or relocating out to the Ottawa Valley, Ardie’s Movers has been handling these routes reliably for over 30 years.
We’re based in Arnprior — about 45 minutes west on the 417 — which puts us squarely in the corridor that serves Kanata, Stittsville, and the wider west Ottawa area every week.

Kanata Movers — Dependable, Local, No Hidden Fees

what a kanata move typically costs

Local moves in the Ottawa/Kanata area are generally priced by crew size and hours, not a flat fee. As a general guide for 2026:

Crew SizeTypical Hourly Rate
2 movers + truck$120 – $180/hr
3 movers + truck$160 – $230/hr

These are general Ottawa-area industry benchmarks, not Ardie's confirmed rate card — every quote depends on the size of your home, stairs, elevator access, and distance. A 1-bedroom condo move in Kanata Lakes typically runs 3–4 hours; a 3-bedroom house move often runs 6–8 hours. Call 343-353-9900 for an exact, no-obligation quote.

Because we drive the Arnprior–Kanata corridor weekly, we can often give Kanata residents a firmer estimate over the phone than a mover unfamiliar with the route.

Moving Services We Offer in Kanata

RESIDENTIAL MOVING

From Bridlewood bungalows to Morgan’s Grant townhomes, we handle Kanata residential moves with care. We know the area — the cul-de-sacs, the new subdivision access roads, and the high-rises along Terry Fox Drive that require elevator booking in advance.
Learn about residential moving

Office & Commercial Moving

Kanata is home to some of Ottawa’s largest tech employers. We move offices, server rooms, and commercial spaces with minimal disruption — after-hours and weekend moves available so your team keeps working.
Learn about commercial moving

PIANO MOVING

If your Kanata home has a piano that needs to move — whether it’s an upright in a split-level or a grand in a new-build — we use specialist equipment and trained technique to get it there safely.
Learn about piano moving

SENIORS MOVING

We work with seniors and their families throughout Kanata — helping with retirement community transitions, downsizing, and moves to assisted living. Patient, unhurried, and fully insured.
Learn about seniors moving

WHAT TO EXPECT ON MOVING DAY IN KANATA

1

We confirm elevator bookings and loading dock access

Especially for condo buildings along Terry Fox Drive and in Kanata Lakes, where move-in windows are often tightly scheduled by property management.

2

We assess your specific home layout in advance

Cul-de-sac access, driveway length, and any stairs are factored into your crew size and timing, not figured out on the spot.

3

Your belongings are wrapped, padded, and loaded systematically

Furniture blankets, shrink wrap, and straps protect your items and your home's walls and floors during the carry.

4

We handle the drive

Whether it's a short hop within Kanata or a move out to Arnprior, Carleton Place, or Ottawa, our crew knows the route and timing.

5

Unloading and placement at your new home

We place furniture where you want it, not just inside the front door.

This kind of planning matters more in Kanata than in a lot of Ottawa neighbourhoods, simply because of how many moves here involve condo or townhome access rules.

MOVING BETWEEN KANATA AND OTTAWA VALLEY

A large share of our Kanata moves aren’t local — they’re households relocating along the 417 corridor, in both directions:
  • Kanata to Arnprior

    About 45 minutes via the 417, one of our most common routes for families and retirees moving to a quieter setting while staying close to Ottawa.

  • Kanata to Ottawa (downtown, Westboro, Barrhaven)

    Short-distance moves within the broader Ottawa area, often condo-to-condo or condo-to-house.

  • Kanata to Carleton Place

    A growing route as buyers look west for more space at a lower price point.

Because we run this corridor regularly, we're rarely estimating timing or fuel costs on unfamiliar ground — it's a route we know well in every season, including winter driving conditions on the 417.

Kanata Neighbourhoods We Serve

Established Kanata Neighbourhoods

Beaverbrook, Katimavik, Bridlewood, Katimavik, Glen Cairn, Glenfern, Kanata Lakes, and Emerald Meadows.

West Kanata & Stittsville

Stittsville, Fernbank, Half Moon Bay, and the newer subdivisions along Cope Drive and Shea Road.

Nearby Areas We Also Cover

Bells Corners, Nepean, Arnprior, Carleton Place, and all of Ottawa Valley.

What Kanata Customers Are Saying

Both. We handle local Kanata-to-Kanata moves as well as longer hauls between Kanata and Arnprior, Ottawa, Carleton Place, and the broader Ottawa Valley.
Many do — especially along Terry Fox Drive and in the Kanata Lakes area. We always recommend checking with your building management at least two weeks before your move date. We’re happy to advise on what to ask them.
Call us at 343-353-9900 or use the estimate form on our website.
We’ll ask a few questions about your move and give you a clear, no-obligation quote — usually within 24 hours.
Yes. Many buildings along Terry Fox Drive and in Kanata Lakes require advance elevator booking and have specific move-in/move-out windows. We coordinate with your building management ahead of time so move day goes smoothly.
Ardie’s Movers is a family-owned, fully insured moving company — not a broker. The crew that shows up on move day is our own trained team, not a subcontracted third party.
Yes — our crews are equipped and trained to handle heavy or awkward items (large furniture, appliances, pianos, gun safes) that require careful lifting and transport, not just standard boxes and furniture.
We cover all of Kanata, including Beaverbrook, Katimavik, Bridlewood, Glen Cairn, Kanata Lakes, Emerald Meadows, Stittsville, and Half Moon Bay, as well as nearby Bells Corners and Nepean.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Ready to book or just want a ballpark number? Give us a call — no pressure, just a straight answer.

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