Community Info

Edmonton is the capital city of Alberta. It is located in about the middle of the province. We have a growing population of more than one million people in the capital Edmonton region. In addition to Edmonton, the capital region includes St. Albert, Sherwood Park, Spruce Grove, and Leduc.

Edmonton currently has a booming economy. There is a wide range of job and business opportunities. As most of Alberta, Edmonton is experiencing an economic boom due to high energy prices. Natural resources such as oil and gas are Alberta’s primary industries. Servicing these projects benefits businesses, workers, and suppliers. As well, the construction and retail industries benefit by the additional demand. In addition, the development of non-resource based industries such as software development and biomedical research help to diversify the Edmonton economy. Edmonton has a low unemployment rate of less than 5% providing opportunity for workers to find jobs.

Edmonton is recognized as a leader in education, including children’s education, college and university training.  As well, it is known as centre of research.

In Edmonton, (as part of the Alberta health care system) everyone has access to world class health care available through our public care system.

Edmonton is proud to be known as Canada’s Festival City with arts and cultural activities throughout the year. We have a clean, safe community with lots of green space.

Edmonton has a gorgeous river valley and extensive green system of parks and natural areas. Programs are in place to protect the river valley. Edmonton’s parks offer a diverse range of recreation activities. As well, Edmonton is located within a few hours of several lakes and the Rocky Mountains providing great week-end trips.

While the booming Edmonton economy has created opportunities for employment, it has created a demand in the housing market. Although prices have increased, it is reported that Edmonton is still among the most affordable compared to other major Canadian cities. In the last few weeks, the real estate market seems to be balancing which will make it easier to shop for a home.

If you are considering purchasing a home, you can view the rest of the web-site at www.DKrealestate.ca to research home prices and search all MLS^® listings.

For additional information, please contact Delores Knudsen, your Realtor for buying and selling homes in Edmonton, by phone or email at  DeloresKnudsen@shaw.ca

Edmonton is Festival City. Upcoming events:

The Works Art & Design 

Feats Festival of Dance

River City Shakespeare

Canada Day July 1

Street Performers

Capital EX

Grand Prix

Visualeyez 

A Taste of Edmonton

District Historic

Blueberry Bluegrass

Heritage

Folk Music

Cariwest

Fringe Theatre

Dragon Boat

Stony Plain Cowboy Poetry & Country Music

Latino

Blues Festival

Symphony Under the Sky

Poetry Festival

Int. Film

International Lit

Interfear Arts

Farmfair

Cdn Finals Rodeo

Global Visions Film

BrightNights

Festival of Trees

New Years Eve Dec 31