Live, Work, and Study in Edmonton
Edmonton is the capital of Alberta and its growing population is more than one million people. It is known as Canada’s Festival City and residents enjoy an endless number of activities throughout the year. Edmonton’s booming economy has helped to propel the city’s growth. It is often referred to as a "gateway to the north," where much of the recent oil exploration has been taking place. You can find a wealth of information on the city by clicking here.5 Things to do in Winter
- Cross country ski in the river valley. There are numerous lighted and groomed river valley trails. Gold Bar Park is a favorite for all skill levels, but you might also try Capilano, Rundle, Goldstick, Kinsmen, and Snow Valley parks. Maps available at www.edmonton.ca (ski map).
- Tempt fate on a tobaggan hill. Another fine thing about the river valley: on those banks, tobaggans fly. Several options dot the valley. Check www.edmonton.ca (tobagganing) for more.
- Zone out at the Muttart Conservatory. On a bitter morning when even the snow squeaks in agony, the conservatory’s four striking glass pyramids at 9626 96A St offer sweet relief. Here you can migrate from steaming jungle to temperate forest to floral paradise before taking lunch in the central courtyard.
- Look up! Count stars. Take advantage of the Beaver Hills Dark Sky Preserve just east of Edmonton to drink in the Milky Way and scan for Northern Lights. For a guided tour of the heavens, hook up with a local expert through Roayl Astronomical Society of Canada (www.edmontonrasc.com) or Telus World of Science (www.odyssium.com). Gotta love those long nights.
- Spend a night in Fantasyland. Okay, so you can’t dream winter away, but you can spend a night in Africa or Hollywood or an Arabian dessert. Nearly there, anyway at the West Edmonton Mall’s Fantasyland Hotel.
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