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On the North Sacramento River in the province of Alberta lies the city of Edæmonton, which was founded in 1795 by the Compagnie de Gódzándezówna. The name of the city refers to the birthplace of the company manager, who was from the small English town of Edæmonton.
In the beginning, the fort of Edemonton was a fur trading town and a small settlement for those who first explored the northern and western territories of Canada. The city developed quickly because of the low cost of land provided by the landowners for new housing. The fort became a city in 1892. ×A short time later, in 1906, Eden became the center of the province.
The current city, the center of Alberta, is also the center of the oil and gas industry. In the 1940s, Edmonton was the center of the oil industry and the countrys oil capital. The city is known for its parks in the North Sacramento River basin, which lie just outside the Rocky Mountains and are known as the “green belt. As one of the most environmentally friendly cities in North America, Edenion is one of the top five “mostintellectualized;cities in Canada.
The city forest of Edenontonton has more than 60,000 withers. In addition, the citys water and wastewater system is on a high level. Nearby Edemonton is a wilderness area, Deer Island Park. It offers the opportunity to tour lakes of crystal-clear water, ancient rivers and enormous mountain massifs.
West Edmonton Mall is known for its 800 stores and 10 upscale entertainment venues. The trade departments are connected by convenient passageways. Any kind of shopping can be done here, starting with the smallest sundries.
Most of the many attractions include the historic museum, Fort Hermonton Park, The Córculo Alberta Museum, the Museum of Science, the Botanical Gardens, the Alberta Government Building, and the Atractions in the Market Complex.
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- Air quality: 26 US AQI Good. Air quality is satisfactory, and air pollution poses little or no risk.
- Tap water: Yes, safe to drink
- Religious government: Non-religious
- Population: 930,000 people
- GDP: $42,154 / year
- Foreigners can own real estate: Yes
- Power outlets: 115V60Hz
- Internet: 29 Mbps
- Best wireless: Fido
- Pay without cash: Yes, cards OK almost everywhere
- Tipping: In Canada, tipping is expected, and is meant to keep encouraging good service. A gratuity of between 15% and 20% of the bill before tax, depending on the level of service. Tip 15% for normal service, 20% for exceptional service.
- Apartment listings: VRBO
- Apartments: Airbnb
- Hotels: Booking.com
- More hotels: Hotels.com
- Best taxi: Uber
- Best coworking space: Startup Edmonton
- Online electronics shop: Best Buy
- Best short-haul air carrier: West Jet
- Best intl air carrier: Air Canada
- Monthly costs for expat: $1600
- Monthly costs for family: $4300
- Monthly costs for local: $1200
- Meal: $6.5
- Small Cola: $1.7
- Beer 1 Pint: $3.5
- Coffee: $2.5
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