Council has the responsibility of approving the city's budget, and develops laws and policies intended to promote the health and safety of Edmonton residents. [212], Many events are anchored in the downtown Arts District around Churchill Square (named in honour of Sir Winston Churchill). The city stretches over a land area of 264 sq miles, hosting the North Saskatchewan River, which cuts the city in two, and is considered to be the center of the Edmonton Capital Region. Major roadways include Kingsway, Yellowhead Trail (Highway16), Whitemud Drive and Anthony Henday Drive. [164] After factoring in dwellings that did not respond to the municipal census, Edmonton's population is further estimated to be 992,812. WebEdmonton is a cultural, governmental and educational centre. WebEdmonton is a cultural, governmental and educational centre. The Canadian Parachute Centre was located in the city until 1996, when it was moved to CFB Trenton, Ontario, and renamed the Canadian Army Advanced Warfare Centre. There have always been numerous pub-type establishments, hotel lounges, and restaurants. Venues for Edmonton's professional and junior sports teams include Commonwealth Stadium (Edmonton Elks), Argyll Velodrome, Rogers Place (Oilers and Oil Kings), RE/MAX Field (Riverhawks), the Edmonton Expo Centre (Stingers), and Clarke Stadium (FC Edmonton, Huskies and Wildcats). In 2018, the building relocated from its location in Glenora to a new building in downtown on 103A Avenue and 97 Street. [41] The Blackfoot name translates to 'big lodge',[38] while the Nakota Sioux and Tsuutina names translate to 'big house'. Edmonton, city, capital of Alberta, Canada. [2] [3] In the 2016 census, Edmonton had a population of 10,753 people. [101][102] It is commonly referred to as Black Friday due both to its aberrant characteristics and the emotional shock it generated. These are reported to be the second-largest in the world, after Saudi Arabia. [199] Other major financial institutions include Alberta Investment Management Corporation (AIMCo), ATB Financial, Servus Credit Union (formerly Capital City Savings), TD Canada Trust and Manulife Financial. The trees were collected each January and put through a woodchipper; this material was used as an addition to the composting process. [79] Temperatures can exceed 30C (86F) for an average of four to five afternoons anytime from late April to mid-September and fall below 20C (4F) for an average of 24.6 days in the winter. 2021 Census. [356], In 2019/20, MacEwan University had a total student population of over 18,000 full-time and part-time students enrolled in programs offering bachelor's degrees, university transfers, diplomas and certificates. [46] The fort was located on the border of territory that was disputed by the Blackfoot and Cree nations. [179] In the 1980s, Muslim students at the University of Alberta found it difficult to rent prayer rooms large enough to accommodate the local population, and opened the Muslim Community of Edmonton as a mosque and outreach centre in 1992. WebThe Edmonton CMA is the largest CMA in Canada by area at 9,426.73 km 2 (3,639.68 sq mi). The centrepiece of the square builds a life-size bronze statue of Churchill, unveiled by Lady Soames on May 24, 1989. In 1952 the Edmonton Philharmonic and the Edmonton Pops orchestras amalgamated to form the 60-member modern version. The Edmonton Oilers (24-18-3) and the Seattle Kraken (26-13-4) meet in Edmonton, Alberta on January 17, 2023 at Rogers Place, starting at 9:00 PM ET on ROOT SPORTS Northwest. In 1990, Edmonton became the first sister city of Nashville. Just before World War I, the boom ended, and the city's population declined from more than 72,000 in 1914 to less than 54,000 only two years later. [2] [3] In the 2016 census, Edmonton had a population of 10,753 people. [204], Edmonton is home to several shopping malls and the second largest mall in North America, West Edmonton Mall, which is also considered to be the 10th largest mall in the world. Edmonton, Canada. Demographics [ edit] Edmonton's growing season on average lasts from May 9 to September 22;[79][80] having an average 135140 frost-free days each year,[79][81] resulting in one of the longest growing seasons on the Canadian Prairies. WebLocal Edmonton news, business & sports updates. With a land area of 685.25km2 (264.58sqmi), it had a population density of 1,360.9/km2 (3,524.7/sqmi) in 2016. Check flight prices and hotel availability for your visit. [citation needed], Edmonton's teams have rivalries with Calgary's teams and games between Edmonton and Calgary teams are often referred to as the Battle of Alberta. The museum features two galleries and several smaller exhibits. Culture bug: Edmonton is home to North Americas oldest and largest Fringe Festival every summer. [303], From the 1990s to early 2009, Edmonton was one of two cities in Canada still operating trolley buses, along with Vancouver. [227] Others are Flying Canoe Volant,[227] Ice on Whyte and the Ice Magic Festival. [267] The Edmonton International Raceway, which hosts NASCAR Pinty's Series races, is located about 50km (31mi) to the south near Wetaskiwin. [52] The Edmonton International Airport (EIA) is the main airport serving the city. [200], Edmonton has been the birthplace of several companies that have grown to international stature. It was a striking moment in a season of transition for the Edmonton defence. Several health research institutes, including the Heritage Medical Research Centre, Medical Sciences Building, Katz Group Centre for Pharmacy and Health Research, and Li Ka Shing Centre for Health Research Innovation, are also located at this site. [44] His expeditions across the Prairies of Rupert's Land were mainly to seek contact with the Indigenous population for establishing the fur trade, as the competition was fierce between the HBC and the North West Company (NWC). [256], The Art Gallery of Alberta (AGA) is the city's largest single gallery. 2, which includes surrounding communities. The Edmonton area's fertile soil and cheap land attracted settlers, further establishing Edmonton as a major regional commercial and agricultural centre. Edmonton Oilers vs. Seattle Kraken Odds and [325] City employees collect waste from half of these homes, and collection from the other homes is contracted to a private company. No matter the season, Edmonton is made for exploring. [19][20] Edmonton is North America's northernmost large city and metropolitan area comprising over one million people each. WebOfficial site of the City of Edmonton in Alberta, Canada. As a result, the mall was evacuated as a precautionary measure. [313] Construction on the second and final phase of the Valley Line, which will extend the line west to Lewis Farms, is expected to commence in 2021. You've come to the right place. [310] The four-year South LRT extension was opened in full on April 24, 2010, which sees trains travelling to Century Park[311] (located at 23 Avenue and 111 Street), making stops at South Campus and Southgate Centre along the way. [346][347], Both the Edmonton Public Schools and the Edmonton Catholic School District provide support and resources for those wishing to homeschool their children. Significant religious minorities include Muslims (8.3 percent), Sikhs (4.1 percent), Buddhists (1.5 percent), Hindus (3.4 percent), Jewish people (0.4 percent), and practitioners of traditional Aboriginal spirituality (0.2 percent). It is home to Fort Edmonton Park, Canada's largest living history museum, and West Edmonton Mall, North America's largest shopping mall. [93][94][95][96], A massive cluster of thunderstorms swept through Edmonton on July 11, 2004, with large hail and over 100mm (3.9in) of rain reported within an hour in many places. The Castrol Raceway hosts regular sprint car and a national International Hot Rod Association (IHRA) events at their facility next to Edmonton International Airport. [177] The most frequent visible minorities included South Asian (9.5%), Chinese (6.3%), Black (5.9%), Filipino (5.9%), and Arab (2.6%). [188] The Sikh community in Edmonton is served by four gurdwaras. Many thousands of workers participated in the Edmonton general strike of 1919 and a strong block of Labour representatives were on council after the next election: East, Kinney, Sam McCoppen, Rice Sheppard and Joe Clarke. As of 2014, the estimated value of major projects within the Edmonton Metropolitan Region was $57.8-billion, of which $34.4-billion are within the oil and gas, oil sands, and pipeline sectors. Scotiabank Theatre (formerly known as Silver City), at the west end of the mall, is a theatre with 12 screens and an IMAX.[27]. Amalgamated into a city department as City of Edmonton Telephone Department, City Telephone System (CTS), 'Edmonton telephones'. WebRead latest breaking news, updates, and headlines. WebEdmonton is a young city that loves any excuse to go out on the town, even in a snowstorm. WebFind local businesses, view maps and get driving directions in Google Maps. "[citation needed], The Old Strathcona neighbourhood is home to the Theatre District, which holds the ATB Financial Arts Barns (headquarters of the Edmonton International Fringe Festival), The Walterdale Playhouse, and the Varscona Theatre (base of operations for several theatre companies, including Teatro la Quindicina, Shadow Theatre, Die-Nasty, Plane Jane Theatre, and Grindstone Theatre!). Statistic includes total responses of "West Asian" and "Arab" under visible minority section on census. And there's prime shopping, too. Census Profile. [194] Supply and service industries drive the energy extraction engine, while research develops new technologies and supports expanded value-added processing of Alberta's massive oil, gas, and oil sands reserves. Its five-year population change of 12.1 percent was second only to the Calgary CMA between 2006 and 2011. The city anchors the north end of what Statistics Canada defines as the "CalgaryEdmonton Corridor". The nonprofit Metro Cinema[237] shows a variety of alternative or otherwise unreleased films every week. Edmonton, city, capital of Alberta, Canada. [319][320], Edmonton's first power company established itself in 1891 and installed streetlights along the city's main avenue, Jasper Avenue. [328] Meanwhile, the city has stopped offering curbside waste collection from commercial businesses, and has not yet said whether businesses will eventually be required to separate their organic waste. However, due to vote splitting the Conservative Party dominates Edmonton, with Edmonton Strathcona the only electoral district not to have voted Conservative in the 2019 federal election. [202], Edmonton's geographical location has made it an ideal spot for distribution and logistics. The RAM houses over 10 million objects in its collection and showcases the culture and practices of the diverse aboriginal tribes of the region. [215] Across 102 Avenue is the Citadel Theatre, named after The Salvation Army Citadel in which Joe Shoctor first started the Citadel Theatre Company in 1965. Edmonton is known as "The Gateway to the North" and the 11, Census division [Census division], Alberta Ethnic origin", "Census Profile, 2016 Census: Edmonton, City [Census subdivision], Alberta and Division No. [342][343][344] The Edmonton Society for Christian Education[345] and Millwoods Christian School (not part of the former) used to be private schools; however, have both also become part of Edmonton Public Schools as alternative programs. WebGet directions, maps, and traffic for Edmonton. [121], On November 30, 2016, the City of Edmonton and Leduc County came to an agreement on Edmonton's annexation proposal. Both it and its southern twin in Calgary were constructed in 1955 for the province's golden jubilee and have hosted many concerts, musicals, and ballets. [32], In 1876, Treaty 6, which includes what is now Edmonton, was signed between First Nations and the Crown, as part of the Numbered Treaties. The highest temperature recorded in Edmonton was 37.2C (99.0F) on June 29, 1937[86] and on July 2, 2013, a record high humidex of 44 was recorded due to an unusually humid day with a temperature of 33.9C (93.0F) and a record high dew point of 23C (73F). [77], Summer in Edmonton lasts from June until early September, while winter lasts from November until March and in common with all of Alberta[78] varies greatly in length and severity. [2] Downtown Edmonton's Churchill Square host numerous festivals each summer. The Orchestra performs at the Francis Winspear Centre for Music. [24] Known as the "Gateway to the North",[25] the city is a staging point for large-scale oil sands projects occurring in northern Alberta and large-scale diamond mining operations in the Northwest Territories. Check flight prices and hotel availability for your visit. The Edmonton Metropolitan Region is represented by 20 MLAs, one for each provincial electoral district. All of these units are located at Lancaster Park, immediately north of the city. Demographics [ edit] [132] Another TOD, Century Park,[133] is being constructed at the site of what was once Heritage Mall, at the southern end of the LRT line. WebCurrent local time in Canada Alberta Edmonton. Edmonton's heritage is displayed through historical buildings (many of which are originals moved to the park), costumed historical interpreters, and authentic artifacts. Bourbon Street has numerous eating establishments; clubs and casinos can also be found within the complex. CN Rail's North American operational facility is located in the city, as well as a major intermodal facility that handles all incoming freight from the port of Prince Rupert, British Columbia. [97] This "1-in-200 year event" flooded major intersections and underpasses and damaged both residential and commercial properties. [211] In and around Downtown Edmonton, there are a few shopping districts, including the Edmonton City Centre mall, Jasper Avenue, and 104 Street. With a land area of 9,416.19km2 (3,635.61sqmi), it had a population density of 150.6/km2 (390.1/sqmi) in 2021. The Council passes all legislation related to the city's police, firefighting, parks, and libraries, as well as its utilities electricity, water supply, solid waste handling, and drainage. This changed in the 2021 federal election with the NDP also flipping the seat of Edmonton Griesbach alongside holding Edmonton Strathcona and the Liberals retaking the riding of Edmonton Centre. [21], Edmonton's historic growth has been facilitated through the absorption of five adjacent urban municipalities (Strathcona, North Edmonton, West Edmonton, Beverly and Jasper Place)[22] in addition to a series of annexations through 1982,[23] and the annexation of 8,260ha (82.6km2; 31.9sqmi) of land from Leduc County and the City of Beaumont on January 1, 2019. View listing photos, review sales history, and use our detailed real estate filters to find the perfect place. [223], The Edmonton International Fringe Festival, held in mid-August, is the largest fringe theatre festival in North America. [203] In early 2020, CN Rail announced that it was closing its Montreal control centre and would eventually close its Vancouver control centre as well, with a goal to consolidate all of its control operations into Edmonton. [193], Edmonton traditionally has been a hub for Albertan petrochemical industries, earning it the nickname "Oil Capital of Canada" in the 1940s. It hosts a year-round slate of festivals, reflected in the nickname "Canada's Festival City". 2, 200006 municipal reorganization in Quebec, "Economic Development Edmonton 'Branding Edmonton' Initiative", "Location and History Profile: City of Edmonton", "City of Edmonton Population, Historical", "Population and dwelling counts: Canada, provinces and territories, and census subdivisions (municipalities)", "Alberta Private Sewage Systems 2009 Standard of Practice Handbook: Appendix A.3 Alberta Design Data (A.3.A. [citation needed], Local university-level sports teams include the U of A Golden Bears, the U of A Pandas, the NAIT Ooks, and the MacEwan Griffins. Some people participating in the Klondike Gold Rush passed through South Edmonton/Strathcona in 1897. Edmonton has five sister cities. [330], The Edmonton Composting Facility was the largest of its type in the world, and the largest stainless steel building in North America. One of the MLAs, Rachel Notley, is the Leader of the Opposition and served as the 17th premier of Alberta from 2015 to 2019. [165] Per its municipal census policy,[166] the city's next municipal census is scheduled for 2020. [5] The Edmonton CMA comprises the majority of Statistics Canada's Division No. [259], Edmonton is home to four artist-run centres all located in the downtown core Harcourt House, Latitude 53, Ociciwan Contemporary Art Collective and Society of Northern Alberta Print-Artists (SNAP). [67] Jan Reimer became the city's first female mayor when she was elected in 1989.[68][69]. [4] In the 2016 Census, it had a population of 1,321,426, making it the sixth largest CMA in Canada by population. Experience what 18 hours of sunlight a day feels like in the summer, or how the first snowfall transforms the river valley in winter. [312], Edmonton is a member of the Edmonton Metropolitan Transit Services Commission, which will begin service in mid-2022.[315]. An airport representative told CTV News Edmonton the low-lying fog and low visibility was affecting arriving and departing flights on Tuesday, with some being diverted to Calgary. Edmonton's first major radio station, CKUA, began broadcasting music in 1927. [348], Those post-secondary institutions based in Edmonton that are publicly funded include Concordia University of Edmonton, MacEwan University, King's University, NorQuest College, the Northern Alberta Institute of Technology (NAIT) and the University of Alberta (U of A). [332] The composting facility was permanently shut down in 2019 after an inspection found that the structural integrity of its roof was compromised. [18], The 2016 municipal census captured more detailed demographic information on residents, including age and gender, marital status, employment status, length of residency, prior residence, employment transportation mode, citizenship, school residency, economic diversity, city resource access, highest educational attainment, household language and income, as well as dwellings and properties, including ownership, structure and status. [167], In the 2016 Census of Population conducted by Statistics Canada, the City of Edmonton had a population of 932,546 living in 360,828 of its 387,950 total private dwellings, a change of 14.8% from its 2011 population of 812,201. Explore Edmonton's sunrise and sunset, moonrise and moonset. It is a copy of a statue by Oscar Nemon. The Edmonton Folk In Downtown, youll find skyscrapers, plenty of shops, and plenty of diversity and culture. Downtown Edmonton has undergone a continual process of renewal and growth since the mid-1990s. [247] River Valley Clean-up engages volunteers to pick up hundreds of bags of litter each year. [322] In spring 2021, the city started selling compost produced at this facility. [citation needed], On December 7, 2020, a new bylaw approving new ward boundaries and Indigenous Ward Names was passed by city council. [335] Other area hospitals include Sturgeon Community Hospital in St. Albert, Leduc Community Hospital in Leduc, WestView Health Centre in Stony Plain, and Fort Saskatchewan Community Hospital in Fort Saskatchewan. The Edmonton & Area Land Trust (EALT) is a charity focused on conserving natural areas in Edmonton and surrounding municipalities. WebRead latest breaking news, updates, and headlines. [376] In November 2015, Doug Hoyer and Jeremy Witten represented Edmonton at World of Friendship, Nashville's annual sister cities celebration.[377]. [283] After the 2019 federal election, Edmonton lacked elected representation in the federal government for the first time since 1980. Edmonton also has a high demand for pub crawl tours in the city. [312] The southeast portion is expected to open in 2021, after experiencing significant delays. [75] The aspen woods and forests in and around Edmonton have long since been reduced by farming and residential and commercial developments including oil and natural gas exploration. Investigative journalism from the Star's award-winning journalists. The airport is located within Leduc County, adjacent to the City of Leduc and the Nisku Industrial Business Park. [365][366] The magazine Vue Weekly, a weekly publication which focused on alternative news, was published in Edmonton from 1995 to 2018. The Edmonton Folk WebEdmonton 213 hotels and places to stay See the latest prices and deals by choosing your dates. From 2005 to 2012, Edmonton hosted an annual circuit on the Indy Racing League known as the Edmonton Indy. [359], Other post-secondary institutions within Edmonton include Newman Theological College, Taylor College and Seminary, and Yellowhead Tribal College (an Indigenous college). Notable past and present local musicians include Robert Goulet,[232] Tommy Banks, Eleanor Collins, Stu Davis, Tim Feehan, Cadence Weapon, Kreesha Turner, the Smalls, SNFU, Social Code, Stereos, Ten Second Epic, Tupelo Honey, Mac DeMarco, Shout Out Out Out Out, Psyche, Purity Ring, The Wet Secrets, Nuela Charles, Celeigh Cardinal, and Ruth B. Edmonton is on the North Saskatchewan River, at an elevation of 671m (2,201ft). [35][39][41] In Denesuline, the area is known as Ku Nedh,[42] a metonymic toponym which also generally means 'city'. It had a population of 1,159,869 in the 2011 Census compared to its 2006 population of 1,034,945. By 1795, Fort Edmonton was established on the river's north bank as a major trading post for the HBC, near the mouth of the Sturgeon River close to present-day Fort Saskatchewan. Explore Edmonton's sunrise and sunset, moonrise and moonset. The power company was bought by the Town of Edmonton in 1902 and remains under municipal ownership today as EPCOR. Edmonton was named cultural capital of Canada in 2007. [76], Edmonton has a humid continental climate (Kppen Dfb) with typically freezing, dry winters and warm, sunny summers, prone to extremes and large swings at all times of the year. [26], Edmonton is a cultural, governmental and educational centre. [286][287] Some of the service's major tasks include fire suppression, assistance in medical emergencies, watercraft rescues on the North Saskatchewan River, and emergencies which involve hazardous materials. [214] Described as one of the most acoustically perfect concert halls in Canada, it is home to the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra and hosts a wide variety of shows every year. Learn about City services, programs, attractions, events and City projects. It contains five permanent galleries, one additional gallery for temporary exhibits, an IMAX theatre, a planetarium, an observatory, and an amateur radio station. [361] Most of Edmonton's conventional television stations have made the switch to over-the-air digital broadcasting. Extremes do occur, such as the 114mm (4.49in) of rainfall that fell on July 31, 1953. [221], Edmonton's main summer festival is K-Days, formerly Klondike Days, Capital Ex and originally the Edmonton Exhibition. Edmonton won 4-3 on the road its last time out on January 14 against the Vegas Golden Knights. [230], The Edmonton Symphony Orchestra has existed under various incarnations since 1913. It is home to North America's second largest mall, West Edmonton Mall (the world's largest mall from 1981 until 2004), and Fort Edmonton Park, Canada's largest living history museum. WebEdmonton is known for being a vibrant urban city in the center of the wilderness.

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