Edmonton, AB

Community Overview

The secret is out: Cosmopolitan cultural offerings, affordable housing‚ uncongested commutes and low taxes are drawing droves of young professionals to Edmonton. City residents treasure Alberta’s school system, recognized worldwide for its strides in language education, and Edmonton's greenway system, anchored by a 48-kilometre stretch known as the Ribbon of Green. Further into the great outdoors, Jasper National Park showcases the breathtaking Rocky Mountains. And as the city grows, so do its ever-widening cuisine options, with high-quality ethnic restaurants and casual bistros.

Population
County Population: 1,034,945 Metro Region
City Population: 730,372 Edmonton

Detailed Demographics Infomation

Climate
July High Temperature: 72 degrees F
January Low Temperature: -3 degrees F

Edmonton experiences four distinct seasons. Snow cover characterizes winter from November through mid-March. Summers are generally dry and sunny. With about 2,300 hours of bright sunshine per year, Edmonton is one of Canada’s sunniest cities.

Schools

Education Statistics

Health Care
Alberta has a publicly administered and funded health-care system that guarantees Albertans receive universal access to medically necessary hospital and medical services.

Neighborhoods
Edmonton's booming economy hasn't made home ownership unaffordable. Edmonton remains among Canada's most affordable cities, with two-bedroom apartments available for less than $1,000 per month. The average price of a single-family home is around $387,000.

Average Home Prices and Rent Payments

Business Climate
Edmonton, like the rest of Alberta, is experiencing an economic boom due to high energy prices. Oil and other natural resources are Alberta's primary industries, and Edmonton companies are benefiting by supplying these projects with workers, supplies and services. This also increases jobs in the construction and retail industries to build homes and supply furnishings for workers moving to Edmonton to fill those jobs. On top of that, further growth in non-resource based industries, such as software development, technology, and biomedical research, continues to diversify Edmonton's economy. (Source: movetoedmonton.com)

Workforce and Labor Statistcs

Culture
A vibrant prairie city located near the center of the province of Alberta in western Canada, Edmonton is Canada's fifth-largest city, with a population of 730,372. The Edmonton metro area is the sixth largest in the country, with a population estimated at 1,034,945. The provincial capital, Edmonton offers a wide variety of places to go and activities to enjoy at any time of the year. Known as Canada's Festival City, Edmonton hosts more than 30 annual festivals that celebrate music, food, culture, sports and theater. The city is home to numerous world-class galleries and museums and more than 1,600 restaurants.

Local Attractions

Additional Resources

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