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As the calendar turns to a new year, the Filipino community in Ontario, Canada, prepares to blend the traditions of their homeland with the customs of their new environment. At Move For Less Balikbayan Box Courier, we recognize the importance of these cultural celebrations and the role Balikbayan boxes play in them. Sending a Balikbayan box for the New Year is more than a gesture—it’s a way to share the joy of new beginnings and keep traditions alive, no matter the distance.

New Year, New Beginnings, Old Traditions

The Filipino New Year is rich with traditions meant to bring luck, health, and prosperity. From wearing polka dots to serving twelve round fruits at the stroke of midnight, these customs are deeply ingrained in the Filipino psyche. For those in Ontario, sending a Balikbayan box filled with items that symbolize these traditions can be a meaningful way to connect with family back home.

What to Include in Your New Year Balikbayan Box

  • Round Fruits and Traditional Sweets: Include canned or preserved round fruits, symbolizing prosperity, along with traditional Filipino sweets to sweeten the coming year.
  • Polka-Dotted Clothing: Send new clothes with polka dot designs, embodying the hope for a prosperous new year filled with fortune.
  • Good Luck Charms: Items like lucky bamboo or small figurines that are believed to bring good luck can add a special touch to your Balikbayan box.
  • Handwritten Wishes: A personal note with your wishes for your family’s health, happiness, and success in the New Year can make your Balikbayan box even more heartfelt.

Move For Less: Your Partner in Celebration

Move For Less is dedicated to ensuring that your New Year’s Balikbayan box is delivered with the care and respect it deserves. We understand the significance of these boxes in maintaining and celebrating Filipino traditions, and we’re committed to providing a service that helps bridge the geographical gap between you and your loved ones.

Celebrate the New Year and keep traditions alive with Move For Less. Whether you’re sending wishes of prosperity, health, or happiness, we’re here to help you share the spirit of the New Year with your family in the Philippines. Contact us at (647) 933-2437 or via email at support@moveforless.ca to start your shipment. Together, let’s make this New Year a time of joy and connection.

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