The List

To Do:

- Download a few eBooks on Kindle 
- Buy items that I don't already own (sales = best friend)
- Determine weight permissions for luggage (Air Canada and First Air) 
- Clean out anything in storage under stairs
- Start building budget
- Book flight to N.S. (flying Oct 27th in the afternoon)
- Try on glasses (try to find a style I like)
- Order glasses/contacts from clearlycontacts.ca (unfortunately, they won't arrive in time - my Dad will have to ship them to me)
- Place well.ca order (not happening...they've started charging $30 for shipping to the north.  Waiting for response from Thrive.ca regarding their additional shipping charges.)
- See surgeon (for 2nd post-op) - booked Oct 19
- See physician (for physical) - booked Oct 14 (passed!!)
- Scan/send physical document (Flights are booked) 
- Go to Henry’s and see about trading SLR for DIGITAL SLR (turns out they'd give me $15 for my film camera...keeping it. I'll use my Olympus and Dad's Fujicam for now)
- Call/email Store Manager (lots of questions answered - feeling more confident!) 
- Mail two Rubbermaid totes north (mailed one, the other goes on 11/9)
- Hang out with friends in Toronto, say my goodbyes (incredibly hard - I hate goodbyes)
- CN Tower!! (Not terribly exciting when you go by yourself)
- Costco for various toiletries, supplements, etc
- Hang out with family/friends in Nova Scotia (currently in NS :) )

-----------------------------------------------------------------

I thought it might be interesting for those looking at moving up north (or those who just want to see how I'm preparing) to see what I'm planning on bringing with me.

This is my brain in packing mode... :D

Weather Gear:

- Parka (Getting one made for me!!!)

- Snow-pants (They don't really fit anymore (won't do up - yikes!, but they cover the important bits...will do for now).)

- Thin waterproof pants

- Fleece lined thinner jacket

- Balaclava

- Mitts

- Gloves

- Base layer pants

- Base layer top

- Wool socks

- Fleece sweater/pants (will order on Old Navy later)

- Rubber boots with removable liners (will get later on, when spring is getting closer)

- Winter boots (ordered - hoping they will fit!!)

- Toques

- Scarves/neck tubes

- Rain Jacket

- Ski Goggles (will get once things start getting really chilly)

- Boot spikes

- Jeans: 3 pairs

- Black pants: 2-3 pairs, to wear at work

- Tshirts/tops

- Sweatshirts/Sweaters

- Bras

- Underwear

- Socks

Toiletries:

- Makeup 
- Toothpaste/Toothbrushes
- Face SPF/moisturizer: oil free
- Body Lotion (apparently a must, as it's very dry up there - or so I've been told) 
- Lip Balm
- Nail Polish & Remover 
- Hair Elastics
- Hair lotion
- Hair mousse 
- Shampoo/Conditioner 
- Olay Foaming Cleanser 
- Feminine Hygiene Products
- Gold Bond Foot Powder
- Dove Soap
- Body Wash
- Anti-perspirant
- Mouthwash


Entertainment:

- Kindle & Charger 
- Turntable/Receiver/Speakers
- Records 
- Computer & Charger
- SLR and Lenses
- Tripod
- Paints and supplies (boxed up to be sent later)
- Beading and supplies (boxed up to be sent later)
- Earbuds
- iPod/iPod protector/USB/Charger 
- Cellphone & Charger 
- Camera & charger
- Sewing Machine (boxed up to be sent later)
- Sewing Supplies/Fabric (boxed up to be sent later)
- DVDs (Modern Family, How I Met Your Mother, Big Bang Theory, House) (to buy when I find them el cheapo online)


Other:

- Alarm clock
- Spice Grinder
- Sushi Mat
- Chopsticks/sauce tray 
- Espresso Perk 
- Milk Frother
- Prescriptions (will have NU pharmacy call ON pharmacy and transfer prescriptions)
          o Birth Control
          o Cetirizine
- Other medicines
          o Tylenol
          o Benedryl
          o Gaviscon
          o Vitamin D (Cleared dosage with Doctor)
- AA Batteries (have rechargeables) 
- Glasses 
- Contacts 
- Contact Solution
- Sunglasses 
- Bandaids 
- Polysporin 
- Duvet 
- Duvet Cover/Shams 
- Curtains 
- Desk Lamp 
- Picture Frames
- Pots and soil


Food (these are mostly things that I've read are expensive in the north):

- Cocoa Powder 
- Sour Keys 
- Sushi Fixin's
          o Rice Wine Vinegar
          o Nori 
          o Wasabi
          o Spicy Ketchup 
- Coffee beans: fine and espresso, regular and decaf
- Crystal Light Singles 
- White Cheddar Powder
- Dill Powder
- Can(s) maple syrup
- Lemongrass (to plant and grow)
- Taco Seasoning mix 
- Pad Thai mix
- Tom Yum Paste
- Fish Sauce
- Lime Leaves
- Lime juice
- Lemon juice
- Herbs/Spices
          o Oregano
          o Summer Savoury
          o Dill 
          o Powdered Ginger
          o Onion Salt
          o Garlic Powder
          o Curry Powder
          o Pepper
          o Ground Chili Pepper 
          o Red Chili Flakes 
          o Paprika
          o Cardamom 
          o Tumeric 
          o Sage
          o Garam Masala
- Wine
- Spirits (various, depending on cost: Vodka, Gin, Rye, Blue Curaco, Red Sourpuss, Malibou, Wine)