City Living: Calgary vs. Edmonton for New Immigrants
Abstract
Written by a Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant (RCIC), this blog post details the pros and cons of resettlement in Calgary vs. Edmonton across a variety of factors, such as cost of living, jobs, housing, quality of life, weather, and amenities.
Notes
Community organizations: Wild Mountain Immigration
Location: Calgary & Edmonton, AB
Future research / gaps identified: n/a
Integration timeline: not defined
Key findings:
Based on personal needs and preferences, factors to consider may include:
1) Calgary is home to many different industries and has a strong economy
2) Edmonton has an emerging tech sector with many new startups
3) The cost of living is slightly higher in Edmonton, although they offer more competitive wages than Calgary.
4) Calgary has chinooks, while Edmonton does not.
Key populations: newcomers looking to live in either Calgary or Edmonton
Key recommendations: n/a
Open access: Yes