Living in Edmonton
Edmonton offers its residents and guests a wealth of experiences, opportunities and advantages. Located in Alberta, Edmonton is the service and supply hub of Alberta’s oil and gas industry, as well as being the gateway to Canada’s north and Jasper National Park.
With a population of one million, Edmonton is able to offer a blend of resources normally associated with a bigger city, along with a reasonable cost of living. This adds to the excellent quality-of-life standard that Edmontonians have enjoyed for years.
Edmonton works – there is a low unemployment rate, coupled with a per capita income that is 13% above the national average. The highly-educated workforce benefits from the advantages of living in a city that is home to such high-tech industries as biotechnology, nanotechnology and information services.
Attractions are diverse and include West Edmonton Mall, River Valley Parks, Jasper National Park, Elk Island National Park, Muttart Conservatory, Old Strathcona, Fort Edmonton and the Canadian Finals Rodeo. Edmonton can also boast to being home to the NHL’s Stanley Cup winning team, Edmonton Oilers, and the CFL’s Grey Cup winning team, Edmonton Eskimos.
For outdoor enthusiasts, there are a wide variety of outdoor pursuits – gentle hikes, rock climbing, lakes, and downhill and cross-country skiing and snowboarding. The world famous Rocky Mountains are a short 3-hour drive away.
For those seeking culture, there is an abundance of choice. The city is home to 30+ festivals throughout the year, the Winspear Centre for Music, and one of the finest orchestras in the country.
Edmonton is truly a world-class city that offers something for everyone.