Small moves
$60 CAD / hour
One mover + pickup
For a few items or a small load.
Toronto · Local moving
Movers in Downtown Toronto
Condo loading bays, elevator bookings and busy street access — coordinated before the truck arrives.
Our own crew. Gormley dispatch. Visits by appointment.
$100 CAD / hourTwo movers + truck
2-hour minimumClock starts on arrival
17 / 26 ft trucksCrew sized for your move
Know the cost
Downtown Toronto moving rates
Rates updated
Moving in Downtown Toronto starts at $100 CAD/hour for two movers with a 17 ft or 26 ft truck. There is a 2-hour minimum; time starts on arrival, followed by 30-minute billing increments. Fuel, travel and applicable extras are additional.
Home moves
$100 CAD / hour
Two movers + 17 / 26 ft truck
A starting crew; access and load determine the final plan.
Larger loads
$195 CAD / hour
Four movers + 26 ft truck
For larger loads and jobs needing more hands.
Compare all crew and truck rates
| Vehicle and crew | Hourly rate |
|---|---|
| 1 mover with pickup truck | $60/hour |
| 2 movers with pickup truck | $100/hour |
| 2 movers with 17 ft truck | $100/hour |
| 3 movers with 17 ft truck | $145/hour |
| 2 movers with 26 ft truck | $100/hour |
| 3 movers with 26 ft truck | $150/hour |
| 4 movers with 26 ft truck | $195/hour |
| 5+ movers with 26 ft truck | custom quote |
Pianos, heavy items, stairs, parking and long carries may add charges. Confirm the full scope before booking. Full pricing & billing rules →
Local details matter
A move planned for your part of Downtown Toronto
Downtown Toronto moving is often a scheduling problem as much as a lifting job. A loading bay, elevator window and building check-in may all be separate arrangements. We need to know the authorized truck entrance and how long it can be used before choosing an arrival plan.
CityPlace and waterfront towers, older St. Lawrence buildings and Cabbagetown houses require different access checks. The useful quote is tied to your unit and building, not a promise that every downtown move can use the same vehicle. Toronto’s current road restrictions should be checked close to the move date.
CityPlace & Fort York
Confirm the truck entrance, loading reservation and any concierge check-in. A passenger drop-off lane should not be used as a presumed loading bay.
Harbourfront & the waterfront
Ask which street or private drive reaches the loading area. Include the route from the bay to the elevator, not just the unit’s lakefront address.
St. Lawrence & the eastern downtown
For a managed or older building, verify doorway and elevator dimensions for large furniture. Access arrangements must come from that property.
Cabbagetown
House moves may require a plan for street loading and interior stairs. Photograph the front approach and any approved rear access.
Homes & townhouses
Crew size, furniture disassembly and stair access planned around both addresses.
Condos & apartments
Coordinate elevator windows, loading bays and the carry from truck to door.
Pianos & heavy items
Declare heavy or awkward pieces early so the right equipment and crew can be assigned.
Plan for your address
Build a downtown loading timeline
- 01
Confirm bay access, elevator booking and check-in as separate items.
- 02
Share a map pin for the truck entrance plus written building instructions.
- 03
Leave your essentials separate so an access delay does not trap them in the load.
Before the truck arrives
Access changes the moving plan
- Book building facilities before confirming a narrow moving window with the crew.
- Send instructions for concierge or security check-in and the name under which the move is booked.
- Check live road restrictions and advise us of a building entrance affected by local access changes.
- Do not assume a residential or visitor parking permit authorizes a moving truck to load at the curb.
Care in the details
See the work behind the move
Photos from G&T jobs show wrapping, loading and access methods. They are not all confirmed as taken in this city.
01Furniture and mattresses are wrapped in plastic film before they move — it protects the item, and it protects the walls, railings, and door frames it passes on the way out.
02Colour-coded room stickers go on at the loading end, so at the destination every piece goes straight to its room instead of being put down and moved a second time.
03The crew is our own. Your move is not handed to a third-party labour agency, and the owner works the job, so there is always someone accountable on site.
Clear answers
Downtown Toronto moving FAQs
Rates, local coverage and practical details to help you plan.
Read the full pricing guide →How much do movers cost in Downtown Toronto?
Two movers with a 17 ft or 26 ft truck start at $100 CAD per hour in Downtown Toronto, with a 2-hour minimum. Time starts on arrival, then bills in 30-minute increments. Fuel, travel and applicable special-item or access charges are additional; confirm the full scope before booking.
Can you move into a downtown condo with a short elevator window?
We review the inventory against the booked window before confirming the plan. A short booking may require a different crew size or an alternative slot; feasibility cannot be assumed from the unit size alone.
Should I give the driver the downtown lobby address?
Send the lobby address for identification and the actual authorized truck entrance for loading. Include check-in instructions and the loading-bay location.
Does an elevator booking reserve street space downtown?
No. Elevator access and street or loading-bay permission are separate matters. Confirm both with the building and the appropriate municipal guidance.
Can you promise an exact downtown drive time?
No fixed travel time is promised. Road restrictions, the final approach and building access can change the arrival arrangement; confirm the schedule with the move plan.
What should I send for a Downtown Toronto moving quote?
Send both addresses, the preferred date, an item inventory or photos, and access details for CityPlace & Fort York or your specific neighbourhood. Include stairs, elevator bookings and heavy items. We confirm crew, vehicle and charges before a booking is agreed.
Your next step
Let’s plan your Downtown Toronto move
Send a few details so we can recommend a crew and confirm the scope. A request is not a confirmed booking.
- 01
Send the details
Both addresses, your preferred date, building access and item photos.
- 02
Confirm the plan
We review the crew, truck, timing and any additional charges with you.
- 03
Prepare for moving day
Book the elevator where needed, clear the route and label rooms at the destination.
Open the moving quote form Addresses, access & photos
Online Request Form
Home or Small Move
Choose your move type first. The form will then show only the questions needed for that service.
Testimonials
What customers say about G&T Moving
Feedback from G&T customers across our service area; these are not city-specific reviews.
“We moved a four-bedroom home from Toronto to Ottawa, including a piano, and everything arrived safely. The crew was professional, punctual, careful, and made the whole move feel far less stressful.”
Jackson G.
Long-distance house move with piano
“The team arrived on time, worked efficiently, handled our belongings with care, and kept communication clear from start to finish. The whole process was smooth and stress-free.”
Yaya H.
Smooth and efficient moving day
“They worked efficiently without wasting time, had a great attitude, and offered a very reasonable price.”
Wendy X.
Fast service with fair pricing
