Edmonton Pros and Cons | Living in Edmonton | Moving to Edmonton

Are you thinking of moving to Edmonton, Alberta or just want to know what I like and dislike about living in Edmonton? If you want to move to Edmonton, then watch this video and let me know if you can believe my #4 con about the city, it is UNREAL! 😂
I am a full time Realtor® in Edmonton, Alberta CANADA with RE/MAX Select and have been selling homes to nice people since 2002. I'm a proud father of 2 busy boys, and 3 rescue dogs (Isaac, Benny and Milo). I also help nice people buy and sell homes in Beaumont, Devon, Ft. Saskatchewan, Leduc, Sherwood Park, Spruce Grove, Stony Plain and St. Albert - I would love to help you make a move too, just call me 780-915-2056 or email [e-mail]
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[@PatrickFieldsRE]

Let me know what you like or dislike about Edmonton or wherever you live!! THANKS FOR WATCHING! 🙏😃

[@sandhyatripathi6193]

Thanks Patrick for your response,. I have few queries could you please share your email id.

[@PatrickFieldsRE]

You can get me at [e-mail], let me know how I can best assist you!

[@ProtonOne11]

I was on a vacation in Edmonton from January to April 2020. It definately took some time to get used to the very cold weather. And we actually managed to destroy a tire and rim hitting a pothole in the city. I liked the place, even tho i missed the hills and mountain views from back home. I still consider to move to Edmonton at some point, just because it's so affordable. But for now i'll sit out the crazy times and wait for the economy to bounce back up to hopefully get some better job offers.

[@brendababoo1150]

No disrespecting you. Thank you for Sharing this. I love that we have amazing First Nations Tribes in the city. Arts, music, and so much more. 🦅🥰🎶

[@jitenderverma895]

What about jo opportunities

[@ka966]

I just moved to Edmonton from Germany 10 days ago.. Can’t wait to get out of quarantine to explore this awesome City!

[@PatrickFieldsRE]

Welcome to Edmonton! There's so much to see and do here, hope you enjoy! Let me know if I can answer any questions!

[@TomeRodrigo]

I am envious :D

[@mikepawlikguitar]

Hallo! Wilkommen in Kanada! Ich komme aus Schleswig-Holstein und wohne in Kanada seit 20 Jahren. Bin mit 18 Monaten nach Kanada gezogen mit meiner Familie, bin aber dann wieder mit 8 nach Bayern gezogen und bin seit 13 wieder in Kanada :) I would also love to know if moving to Edmonton would be worth it :)

[@ericross.3303]

City center always has events or something going on it’s downtown

[@monymony4267]

Welcome to edmonton!

[@LisaSabala]

Thanks for breaking down the pros and cons of living in Edmonton, Patrick!

[@PatrickFieldsRE]

Thank-you for watching Lisa, I am always available to answer any questions you might have!

[@caseywong1739]

Only one missing We have a wonderful international airport serving only domestic flight.

[@yourphoenixrealestateagent]

Wow! Sounds like there is so much to do in Edmonton! Never knew it was known as "festival city"! Very cool!

[@PatrickFieldsRE]

Thanks Caitlin, yes, we have over 100 festivals here every year! Thanks for watching!

[@PatrickFieldsRE]

You are correct Dave!! The festivals here are AMAZING!! I saw David Gray years ago at Folk Fest and it was amazing! Stay well!

[@danielmorais1018]

I was decided to live abroad after finishing my studies and had no idea which place to go until receiving a grant to work at UofA from Dec 2019 to Jun 2020, it was the best experience of my life and now I'm definitely moving back to Edmonton next year...

[@PatrickFieldsRE]

Thanks Daniel, I love hearing stories like yours!! Let me know if there is anything I can help you with when you return to Edmonton! 😀

[@kevingill1827]

Hey, great video Patrick. We are looking at moving into Edmonton in the near future. Will get in touch with you once the borders re-open. Cheers.

[@PatrickFieldsRE]

Thanks Kevin, I look forward to meeting and assisting you in your move! Stay safe an well until then! 😃

[@brad.walker.airdrie.realtor]

Hey Patrick great video on Edmonton! Nice to hear some pros and cons about our neighbours to the north!

[@PatrickFieldsRE]

Thank-you Brad! Edmonton is a great city! Airdrie is a great option for people that don't want to be right in Calgary!

[@NoogaTeam]

Thanks Patrick for the information! Edmonton looks great!

[@PatrickFieldsRE]

Edmonton is a great city to live in! Thanks for watching and the comment!

[@caseywong1739]

Especially if you love bike lanes in the winter Clear of snow so wonderful

[@nicoletejedaa]

For some reason you convinced me with the bakery recommendations! Love the video!

[@PatrickFieldsRE]

You will not be disappointed!! Enjoy! 😃

[@BarbDesautelsCalgaryRealEstate]

I didn't realize how large your river valley is, good information.

[@PatrickFieldsRE]

Thanks Barb, yes the river valley is HUGE! Love biking it in the summer! Thanks for watching!

[@riley9550]

Damn I can only own 75 pigeons? That’s a deal breaker

[@PatrickFieldsRE]

I know right!?! I am still in shock.... 😂 Thanks for watching!

[@baeisaworld141]

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂❤️

[@PatrickFieldsRE]

@@baeisaworld141 hope you enjoyed the video! 😃

[@baeisaworld141]

@@PatrickFieldsRE of course I did

[@victorbegnini5754]

Wish I can live there one day! I’m from Brazil and just started out a plan of moving to Canada in the next one or two years. Edmonton is one of our top choices! Hopefully, we’ll succeed 🙏🏻 thanks for sharing this great video! Only made me desire Edmonton more 😅😄😊

[@PatrickFieldsRE]

Hello Victor, thank-you for watching the video, maybe I'll see you in Edmonton one day! Stay safe and well until then! 😃

[@victorbegnini5754]

@@PatrickFieldsRE Thanks, sir! Wish you all the best too! Hope to see you soon!

[@Shawn-gr7hl]

Get an Edmonton Oilers jersey . The local Hockey team. And don't b shy about putting one of the stars that played on the team in the 1980's on the back of the jersey ( Gretzky , Messier , Anderson , heck even Doug Weight ! ) 95% of Oiler fans have #97 Mcdavid or #29 Draisaitl . Two unbelievably talented players ...but this franchise has a long storied history . Ryan Smyth is a good choice too .

[@tjomha]

Great video. As somebody who has lived here my entire life I would say your list is pretty accurate except I feel like traffic is a pro and not a con especially since you compared it to the really bad cities!

[@Mike__G]

I lived in Edmonton for more than 30 years. The primary con missed is that winters are long and cold. Early November till the end of March. And the temperature can drop below -30 C for weeks. Dress warm! Maintain that furnace. A pro not mentioned, you shouldn’t need central air.

[@PatrickFieldsRE]

Hey Mike, where did you move to? Those are both correct and I'm putting together 2 more videos about things I love and hate (strongly dislike) about the city! Let me know if you have anything else to add! 😃

[@Mike__G]

@@PatrickFieldsRE Three different places: Ottawa, Waterloo and now South Georgian Bay. Another pro that occurs to me is that there are several surrounding small communities within an easy commute. Spruce Grove, Stony Plain, Devon, Leduc, etc. If you like living in a smaller community but want the amenities of a big city, these places are attractive. And real estate there is even more reasonably priced. Another pro is that sand is used on roads in winter instead of salt. As a consequence, car bodies tend not to rust as easily. A con, if you’re an astronomy nerd, is perpetual twilight in spring and summer. It never really gets dark for much of the warm seasons. This is a pro for some. The long days in summer mean you can play a round of golf and still see what you’re doing at 10:00 PM. The flip side is long nights in winter.

[@vanguard4065]

that’s ok. im a huge guy and i love cold weather.

[@dregsta]

@@vanguard4065 same

[@Shawn-gr7hl]

Major exaggeration on the amount of cold days . And you can check facts on that . Don't take my word for it . But do you're due diligence for the truth.

[@emjackson2289]

Edmonton is like one of those cities that one only hears about due to sports & yet there's SOOOO much more.

[@PatrickFieldsRE]

There are soooo many fun things to do here in Edmonton! If you like being outdoors the walking/biking trails here are amazing!! Thank-you for watching!

[@renzericsongabuya7842]

Hearing those things about a lot of festivals, sports, bike trails and running trails makes my heart pump up and get excited.

[@caseywong1739]

The most famous mayor named dum dum iverson

[@confi3312]

I'm considering to go study my Master in Canada next year so your video is helping me a lot. Thanks! :)

[@PatrickFieldsRE]

I am happy to hear that you enjoyed it, thanks for watching!! Let me know if I can answer any other questions!

[@NoraLovesBendHomes]

Wow...the river valley parks sound amazing!!!

[@PatrickFieldsRE]

Our river valley is so amazing, I try to walk or bike as much as I can in the summer! Thanks for watching.

[@mohammedrezakhan6188]

I am eagerly waiting for the time when I would come to Edmonton. Beautiful city.

[@PatrickFieldsRE]

Edmonton can't wait for you to visit as well! Hope it is soon! Stay safe and well until then.

[@pjmovingsolutions6632]

Great video Mr. Patrick!

[@PatrickFieldsRE]

Thank-you very much!! Greatly appreciated!

[@priyadarshaniamarasinghe706]

Thank you. You're giving very good information for everyone. God bless you ☺

[@PatrickFieldsRE]

Thank-you for the very kind comment!! I greatly appreciate it and will continue creating helpful videos! 🙏😀

[@priyadarshaniamarasinghe706]

That's great. Thank you...👍

[@SoldByRonAndJill]

Good to know about Fox Burger :) Great information

[@PatrickFieldsRE]

Ooooooooh and they are such good burgers! Thanks for watching!

[@JohnHamiltonHomes]

I love a sunny place - get some solar panels and let the sun make energy. It is nice to live where there is a good sense of community, and people who look out for one another. Car swallowing potholes, mosquitoes and no ocean is a negative -- but I could live with a 75 pigeon limit.

[@PatrickFieldsRE]

We are just starting to have more homes use solar panels, it is a big cost though - so you have to be dedicated to live in that home for at least 10 years before you see any return from it I think. I am actually ok with only 75 pigeons, lol... Thanks so much for watching!

[@johnberry9966]

Lived there for a few years, beautiful city, very warm in the summer and the very opposite in the winter, west edmonton mall is a massive fantastic shopping centre and clothes are cheap,it definitely is a city of opportunity, sort of regret coming home to be honest, it is truly lovely city

[@PatrickFieldsRE]

Thanks John, it is a great city! Wwhere did you move to? You can always come back here....

[@EastsideHomesbyAdeJuwono]

Great video, very detailed information.Thank you for local insight, you really know inside and out about Edmonton.

[@PatrickFieldsRE]

I sure try my best! Thanks so much for watching and the kind comment!

[@hwanghaina3662]

Haha. Pros are all the major issues such as affordability and weather.. but cons .. Number limit of pigeons.. lol. Thank you for the video. Can’t wait to move to Edmonton.

[@PatrickFieldsRE]

😀 I am glad you appreciated my attempt at some humour in the video!! 😂 Let me know if you need any information when moving here! Stay safe and well!

[@renzericsongabuya7842]

Hahaha... that pigeons... i remember my pigeons when im still on grade school. got a hundreds of them.

[@emcee2876]

Me and my family is planning to Migrate in Canada and Edmonton is our first choice... thank your for this wonderful video. Stay safe

[@PatrickFieldsRE]

I hope to see you in Edmonton someday! Let me know if I can help with anything! Stay safe and well.

[@scummygoofball6587]

Dont do it

[@emcee2876]

@@scummygoofball6587 why

[@dirkmoser]

Patrick u r an amazing sales person, I am in love with Edmonton now. Regards from Galway, Ireland :)

[@PatrickFieldsRE]

Hello Dirk in Ireland!! I would love to visit Ireland (and Scotland) some day! I really appreciate the kind words, stay safe and well!! 😀

[@angeldarellano]

You are a great presenter! Thanks!

[@PatrickFieldsRE]

Thank-you very much, I sincerely appreciate the kind comment! 🙏😀

[@katarzynawolska4495]

Thank you for the video. Very informative!

[@PatrickFieldsRE]

I am very glad you liked it, thank-you!!

[@RedHanded1969]

Well thought of video.. Nice 👍🏻 Mix of stats, lecture n relax feel..

[@PatrickFieldsRE]

Thank-you Beban, very glad you liked it! Hope you are staying safe and well! 😀

[@RedHanded1969]

@@PatrickFieldsRE Hope to go to Edmonton soon.. 👍

[@roxannetandang2504]

Thank you for sharing this me and my bf planning to move to edmonton or calgary,? still figuring it out. but this video help us to more thinking about it.

[@PatrickFieldsRE]

Thanks Roxanne! Let me know if you have any questions that we can help with!

[@NoraLovesBendHomes]

Wooh! I thought Bend prices were high😲 Community is what I love❤️

[@PatrickFieldsRE]

Community can totally make a city or town feel like home! I appreciate your comments!

[@AlysonWahl]

The area looks great! Add in great community and it's a winner!!

[@PatrickFieldsRE]

Community is so important wherever you live! Thanks for watching!

[@BrandonBlankenship]

Awesome! Make me want to visit haha

[@PatrickFieldsRE]

You should visit, Edmonton is a great city with lots to do! Thanks for watching!

[@somebody7822]

2 things from the Cons list you forgot to mention: 1) The city actually has a pest control department that sprays for mosquitoes in low spots. Unless you live nestled right up against long grass or low spots, you're unlikely to encounter many of these critters - at least in my experience. 2) I can't find the link anymore but awhile back Edmonton was actually voted the city with the best traffic flow for cities of it's size. Rush hour traffic is much worse in Calgary, which isn't built nearly as well as Edmonton is despite the fact it's close to the size of Edmonton.

[@MargaretEbede]

mosquitoes ?..omg

[@gigitk7741]

Thank you for an amazing video Patrick! Do you know which is a good area for family of 4 who's looking for a rental? I'm planning to move to Edmonton around next September and wanted to start early looking. I'd prefer somewhere that's kids friendly and maybe school-related reason too!

[@PatrickFieldsRE]

Thank-you very much Gigi! 😃 If you send me an email at [e-mail] I can send you a list of great websites to look for a rental home.

[@schmidtandcompany]

Love this video! You're fun to watch-- don't you have a talk show Patrick?

[@PatrickFieldsRE]

Thank-you! Ha, no talk show yet, although some people do say I look like a talk show guy named Seth(?) I think.... lol.......

[@Halane2055]

Thank you for your honesty boss

[@PatrickFieldsRE]

Thank-you for the kind words! Stay safe and well!

[@henryvierimusic]

Awesome video sir. Appreciate it

[@PatrickFieldsRE]

Thank-you Henry, I really appreciate the kind words!! 🙏

[@TylerVi]

Awesome Info. Thanks a lot. I'm Researching...

[@PatrickFieldsRE]

Thanks Tyler! Let me know if you have any questions about Edmonton!

[@wasimdamad]

I really like your Videos. They are professional and informative. Once I am ready with enough funds will contact you for assistance.

[@PatrickFieldsRE]

Thank-you!! I really appreciate that! I would love to help you find a great home when you are ready, just let me know. In the meantime, stay safe + well.

[@DeWah]

If I see you around the city next year I'll say thanks in person

[@PatrickFieldsRE]

That sounds great, hopefully Covid will be gone and I can shake your hand or give you a high 5! 😀🙏

[@easternlad6642]

I'll be arriving on 18th November on PR. excited to make Edmonton my home and want to do something good for the City and it's community

[@PatrickFieldsRE]

We are excited to have you here! I'm sure you will enjoy Edmonton as your new home! 😃

[@GreaterCharlotteLiving]

Wow! Love those doughnuts! I can forget dieting. LOL

[@PatrickFieldsRE]

Oh and they are soooooooo good! They have new flavors all the time too, it's just not fair... lol.

[@user-xg6zz8qs3q]

Yeah! That's literally the only thing I miss about Edmonton.

[@gkwebdiary9949]

Thanks for sharing ....very informative ....love the style ....donuts :)

[@PatrickFieldsRE]

Thank-you for the feedback!! Who doesn't like donuts?? 😂 Stay safe and well!

[@VJGYtube]

Awesome! Very practical.

[@PatrickFieldsRE]

Thanks! 😃

[@samihmina6388]

I was talking to a pilot before in Toronto and he told me that he prefers Calgary over Edmonton because of the Chinook Winds.

[@PatrickFieldsRE]

Well they do get those in Calgary, but I know some people that get horrible headaches from the changing barometric pressure!

[@tarunjhinjharia6212]

Very informative.. thanks a lot sir

[@PatrickFieldsRE]

Thank-you very much!! Let me know if you have any questions about the city!

[@dakshitgirdhar8780]

Thanks for providing this valuable information. Can you please tell me whether the land area of Edmonton is flat or hilly (Slope) . I am considering to more to Alberta but I want to live in a city which is flat like the ones in Saskatchewan. Thank you

[@PatrickFieldsRE]

Thanks for watching! That is a great question, Edmonton is generally flat but we do have a wonderful river that runs through the city and there are 11 bridges that connect the city from side to side. The hilliest areas would be going up or down some of the hills to cross the bridges. Edmonton is quite similar to Saskatoon in that regard. Hope this helps, Edmonton is an AMAZING place to live!

[@mariagabrielagutierrezcrea4916]

Gracias Patrick Fields! Muy buen vídeo !

[@PatrickFieldsRE]

Muchas gracias!! Thank-you!! 😃

[@mariagabrielagutierrezcrea4916]

Awwww que lindo que respondió! You’re welcome

[@luckizel.s7340]

Thankyou for your amazing review of Edmonton, Patrick! By the way, I just watched a 4k walking in Edmonton and the video showed very few people pass by. My question is : Is Edmonton that quiet? Cause I’m planning to study there soon and I’m a “love crowd” kind of person hahaha

[@PatrickFieldsRE]

Hi Luckizel, I have not seen that video so I am not sure what area they filmed, but normally Edmonton is a vibrant city with people out and about, moving around.

[@markpollock8480]

I’m a business owner from England looking to emigrate to Canada with my family. I’m spending 1 week in Vancouver 1 week in Edmonton and I’m sold on Edmonton so far looks amazing.

[@PatrickFieldsRE]

Hi Mark, both cities have their pros and cons, I am glad I am raising my sons in Edmonton though! Let me know if I can answer any questions or show you some homes when you are here, you'd be amazed at the price difference between here and Vancouver!

[@markpollock8480]

I sold my business I’m looking to visit in march to take a good look around

[@PatrickFieldsRE]

Hi Mark, let me know if I can help with anything or answer any questions!

[@catherinewolfe3]

Hello Patrick! Thanks so much for such valuable information. Excuse me, do you know how difficult it is to find rentals for newcomers? My wife and I are arriving next September.

[@PatrickFieldsRE]

Hello! If you email me at [e-mail] I can send you my list of best places to look for a rental home! I look forward to meeting you once you get here and settled! 😃

[@SharmalanThevar]

Thanks! Sounds like a nice place to raise a family.

[@PatrickFieldsRE]

Hi Sharmalan, Edmonton is a great city to raise a family! I am lucky to live here! :-) Are you thinking of moving here? Let me know if I can answer any questions!

[@renzericsongabuya7842]

we will also be moving here soon. hope i can have more insights.

[@PatrickFieldsRE]

Hello Renz, let me know if you have any questions about finding a home to buy or rent here, I am happy to help out! 😀

[@caseywong1739]

More facts Wonderful airport serving only domestic flight Best bike lane in winter where nobody use Off roading fun all year round (summer potholes and winter snow removal) We have a new city hall ground every year We are a huge gigantic city with a population of less than a million We have a great downtown where you can camp on without disturbing anybody any time

[@kaikigraph4790]

Thanks for this

[@PatrickFieldsRE]

Thank-you for watching!! 🙏😀

[@gomonyokjachalee2651]

Perfected, Thanks

[@PatrickFieldsRE]

So very happy you enjoyed the video! Let me know if I can ever answer any questions about this beautiful city!

[@TheInternetFan]

Hello Patrick, How about the tech scene? what other city would you compare Edmonton's tech scene?

[@PatrickFieldsRE]

That is a tough question for me to compare other cities tech to Edmonton. We do have a growing tech sector here, but I know more about the housing market!

[@davidhinsley6243]

I lived there in 1982-1984, in the west end, Stoney Plain Rd area, I worked at the Chefs Table, which I hear is gone now, lost contact with the family who owned it.

[@PatrickFieldsRE]

Hey David, thanks for watching! That restaurant must be gone, too bad. There are not many locally owned restaurants, Astros is in the west end and really good! Where did you move to?

[@davidhinsley6243]

@@PatrickFieldsRE I came back to Ontario, the restaurant was at 156th St and 11thAv, the family who ran it was a Chinese family name Lai, Peter Lai was the manager.

[@yasir3719]

I have question how people with allergies especially sneezing survive harsh Edmonton climate? I am worried I have been placed to Edmonton for doctoral research ! Please let me know I never experienced climate above -1 degree

[@shaz6461]

I’m from the uk we don’t usually have snow here but me and my family wanted to move to Victoria bc because it’s warmer but have family friends in edmonton

[@PatrickFieldsRE]

Where in the UK do you live now? Victoria is a beautiful city, you will love it there!! Edmonton is great but it gets colder here than in Victoria....

[@shaz6461]

Patrick Fields, Edmonton Real Estate Guy I live in Manchester and I’m really excited for a fresh start but the only one thing is the weather what do you think about the weather in Edmonton?

[@PatrickFieldsRE]

@@shaz6461 we have beautiful spring, fall and summer but the winter can be long sometimes to be honest. But it's almost always sunny which is great! And there's skiing, skating, and other outdoor activities to stay active. I helped a family move here from the UK last fall and they loved the winter (except for a few very cold days)! He's a Dr and rides his bike year round to the hospital! There's many people that ride fat tire bikes in the winter. You just bundle up and get used to it

[@shaz6461]

Patrick Fields, Edmonton Real Estate Guy thank you for your help👍🏽

[@PatrickFieldsRE]

@@shaz6461 you're very welcome! 😃

[@KayDejaVu]

We are only in september and Edmonton is quite cold. By November they will start having snow! A shame. They are more north, so that is the down side.

[@PatrickFieldsRE]

It is cold too quickly this year! Hopefully we will have a short and mild winter to help get us through! Fingers crossed..... Stay well!

[@rajeshsapiens6680]

Great video.. very crisp...

[@PatrickFieldsRE]

Thank-you!! I really appreciate the kind words! 🙏

[@kuldeepshekhwat8803]

Very well done ... i am coming

[@PatrickFieldsRE]

Hi Kuldeep, you will love it here!

[@Lovnishvig]

Hello Patrick, loved your video. Btw hows the rental market there in Edmonton?

[@PatrickFieldsRE]

Honestly I just keep track of the home sales, I know rent amounts have gone up in the past few years. I have a list of good websites I can send you if you like? Just send me your email address.

[@ugmangdamlag7328]

Why you did not mention the temperature during winter time?

[@PatrickFieldsRE]

I have been meaning to do a video about our weather here, do think the weather in winter is a pro or a con?

[@wolfqlf2287]

Which place would you choose from al the places you lived?

[@PatrickFieldsRE]

There are things about each city that I really like, I am very happy to live in Edmonton now (especially with kids)! Toronto was great but gets very hot and muggy in the summer and can have too much traffic, (but great if you are a Blue Jays fan or like concerts/shows etc). Vancouver is very beautiful but very expensive and lots of traffic too! Edmonton cost of living is lower, less traffic than those others and there is so much to see and do here!! 😀

[@anasuddin289]

Besides the COVID situation, how is the scope for marketing and business development jobs especially for expats?

[@PatrickFieldsRE]

Hello Anas, it would really depend on what exactly you had in mind for marketing and business. Everyone will be facing new and uncertain times ahead with the effects of Covid, low oil prices, different government tightening of budgets and effects of that (lower salaries for teachers, doctors, fire, police etc.) So hard to predict where we are going, some people will make millions while others lose their homes sadly....

[@giovannisumano7474]

Very informative video Patrick, I'm considering to study a master's degree in Edmonton, at the University of Alberta. Quick question, do you like Edmonton or Calgary better? What would you say are the major differences?

[@PatrickFieldsRE]

Hi Giovanni, thanks for watching the video, that is a great question! Personally I like Edmonton more, I have been to Calgary many times but never lived there though. I find their traffic is worse than here, it can be confusing to get around too. Housing and cost of living is a bit more there. U of A is fantastic, we see so many people from around the world come to Edmonton to get degree's! Enjoy whichever you choose and study hard! 😀 Stay safe and well!

[@giovannisumano7474]

@@PatrickFieldsRE Thank you very much for the information. Have a great day!

[@Shawn-gr7hl]

Id say Edmonton is a bit more cultured , has a beautiful river valley with parks that Calgary can't compete with . And because Calgary sits at a much higher elevation than Edmonton , the summer overnights can get very , very chilly . Calgarians will tell you that they get these wonderful chinooks in the winter , which can b quite pleasant . But the reality is there is really only a few a year .

[@jvillalaz44]

Interesting information. Greetings from Everett, Washington. U.S.A.

[@PatrickFieldsRE]

Thanks Jose, I love visiting Everett and Seattle! We stopped into the Funko HQ shop a few years ago, wish we had time for a ballgame but maybe next time!

[@charlesmagno28]

Patrick, any recommendations for a starting house or condo for a family of three?

[@PatrickFieldsRE]

Depends on your budget, what area you want to be in and which schools you need! Fill out this form and I can see if I can help you form.jotform.com/202524392843051

[@EliMagidsLuxuryHomes]

Sasskatoon- So Cold !!! Edmonton is still expensive Compared to here in Charlotte. Vancouver is Crazy ! Great info. Patrick

[@PatrickFieldsRE]

I appreciate that Eli! Thanks so much for watching and the comment, hope you are well and busy!

[@proudcanadian5936]

I stayed in edmonton traveling from Victoria bc to Toronto Ontario back in 2016 for like 2 months. I would never live again in edmonton. City is like town , never stopping constructions, just 1 street is downtown, middle of nowhere, crazy weather super cold, very snowy. Investing in real estate in edmonton could be worst decision of anyone's life prices never go up.

[@MrManfly]

you are so wrong on so many levels....

[@joang.6664]

@Patric Fields Very nice video,quite sincere, but you have not mentioned anything about public transit in Edmonton..for those that do not own a car..and what about job oportunities? Also..how do you explain that there are many comments and videos on U tube talking about people being depressed in Edm. because of lack of sunshine in winter..? According to what you say it rivals Calgary in being very sunny..but ..is it? And how would you compare these two cities? (p.s. I am from Vancouver,so I know very little about Edm.)

[@PatrickFieldsRE]

Hello Joan, I should have discussed public transit - we have great bus service and an LRT system that they are in the works of expanding. It is great if you need to go downtown or to the University! I have not lived in Calgary so I can not comment on how we compare. I am not sure about the lack of sunshine, we get more than most cities in Canada!! Much more sunlight than Vancouver when it rains and rains and rains..... Hope you enjoyed it, please let me know if I can answer any other questions!

[@joang.6664]

@@PatrickFieldsRE Patric, thank you so much indeed for your answer! The question I have is, what areas of Edmonton would you recommend for renting, as safe (not criminal or delinquent) and close to supermarkets, amenities, and possibly transit routes/Downtown?

[@joang.6664]

@DAVE ADAM Hello, Dave, thank you so much for your answers! Great feedback about safety and the city as a whole, i appreciate your comments. I ve read your other comment to someone about the Festivals in Ed., very interesting! And yes, the Ed. Mall is famous.. I ve seen many videos of it.. Some people love and some hate, like with all such places, it is not for everyone, of course, but it is quite impressive. As for shopping, i meant more like supermarkets and Costco type stores, where person can buy anything necessary. It is great if those are accessible throught the city.. Thanks a lot for your comments, very helpful.. 😁👋👍

[@joang.6664]

@DAVE ADAM Wow.. Thank you ever so much for such a detailed answer! I am looking at Edmonton videos because i am learning as much as I can about other, more affordable, Canadian cities, besides Vancouver.. At the moment we cannot afford to move out of Vancouver, and we like it where we are.. But it is important to know what our options would be in other cities.. I will definitely consider Edmonton, if we do decide to move after all this feedback.. Thank you, once again, for your response, all the best for you..

[@fjhk7]

Hello, thank you for the video. I'm planning to go to Alberta, Edmonton or Calgary, I was wondering how is the job market there. Some people said it's hard to find a job there :(

[@PatrickFieldsRE]

Hello! Thanks for watching! Covid has hurt a lot of industries, but I made a video about how to find a job, I hope it helps you: kzbin.info/www/bejne/sKObk2OCnbp1bpY

[@randee7587]

We're thinking of moving to edmonton this spring we might need help buying a house...

[@PatrickFieldsRE]

I can definitely help you! Give me a call and we can discuss!

[@sanjaymalik636]

I liked your video

[@PatrickFieldsRE]

Thank-you very much!! 😀🙏

[@Zergcerebrates]

The price you mentioned was it in Canadian dollar or US dollar?

[@PatrickFieldsRE]

ALWAYS in Canadian dollars!! Let me know if you have any other questions!

[@itroll101]

Cons: Not many good lakes, oceans or mountains nearby. Its downtown is also pretty quiet. Main pro (as a young person): cost of living.

[@themenopausetalks]

I live in Toronto right now but I want to move to Edmonton. How easy it is to find places to rent there?

[@PatrickFieldsRE]

I think rentals are fairly easy to find, but I don't have any connections there sorry. If you email me [e-mail] I can send you my list of where to look for a place to rent!

[@pranaysingh3950]

hi, great video tbh! :D I wanted to know your opinion on which is better, Edmonton or Montreal ? I have been watching videos about both the cities, thought of asking a real guy like you :)

[@PatrickFieldsRE]

I have visited Montreal but only for a few days I have never lived there. If you also speak french I think Montreal would be a great place to live but honestly can't give good or bad... I do love Edmonton for its low cost of living, not much traffic and endless amounts of things to see and do! Thanks for the kind words also, glad you enjoyed the video!! 😀🙏

[@JimCarter44]

​@DAVE ADAM it's great, we are a french family and we looking for a new city to live, ED look's like great and peaceful, a good choice for us! We just need to improve our english! ^^

[@JimCarter44]

@DAVE ADAM thank you very for your answer my friend, it's just perfect and you make us want to live there! Hope to see you there later !

[@TheRelger]

You couldn’t pick two more different cities. The people and the the cities themselves are entirely different. I’ve lived in both cities. I think Edmonton is friendlier and cleaner. Edmonton is a much slower paced city. I was born close to Montreal but prefer Edmonton. Really depends on your personality. Do you like big cities? Edmonton is smaller and has a small town feel to it.

[@Itseniolaa]

Heyy, if I may ask are the job opportunities good or okay in Edmonton for public relations or communications specialist or manager ?

[@PatrickFieldsRE]

Hello! Right now job opportunities everywhere are less than they should be due to Covid, did you watch my video on finding a job in Canada? Here is the link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/sKObk2OCnbp1bpY

[@sandhyatripathi6193]

Could you please guide is there any job opportunities for university proffesor (mgt). Are there sufficient business colleges or universities.

[@PatrickFieldsRE]

Hello Sandhya, you should contact the University of Alberta, NAIT, Grant MacEwan, NorQuest, Alberta School of Business, JR SHAW School of Business or Business Career College! Let me know if you need other information. I can help you find a great home if you do move here! Stay well!

[@jennybhatt9419]

Hi friend what’s Edmonton Calgary Canada like is it worth the move and the cold weather outside and inside. Can we choose the course and the cost of living each house would be very expensive and to keep warm in the winter months and the food I am a vegan vegetarian so I would suggest what to eat the cost of living each time each person shops at Edmonton Calgary Canada shops and restaurants and shops bars all the stuff we need I live in the UK ok. All matters and the difference in diversity and the cultural nature. It’s beautiful scenes and the jobs. Mainly the cost of living crisis. It’s very expensive and warm but is it worth it.

[@ktowniecity7269]

2.5 hrs to Jasper lol. try 4.5 hrs!

[@PatrickFieldsRE]

You are correct! We accidentally mapped to Hinton instead of Jasper. Thanks for watching, Happy Holidays!

[@suddenlysolo2170]

I've lived in Edmonton and I can't think of a single 'Pro' about moving or living there. It is a depressing city in a mixed-up province.

[@sehajchhabra8660]

Is it go to move to Edmonton as an international student get A PR and then move to some other Provence ??

[@PatrickFieldsRE]

Hi Sehaj, we have some great schools here - so I guess it depends on what you study here and then where you can find a good job after that? But Edmonton is a really great place to live and raise a family too! Thanks for watching!

[@josesepulveda205]

Huge home price difference

[@PatrickFieldsRE]

There is a big difference in home prices in certain areas here vs other provinces! Thanks for watching!

[@relaxation1615]

Right now looking for jobs in Alberta (focused on Edmonton). Moving from Toronto.

[@PatrickFieldsRE]

A lot of people are fleeing Ontario and coming to Alberta, you will love it here!! Let me know if I can help with anything.

[@maxwellmeighen1275]

I am thinking of coming to Edmonton...but its a big decision to take leaving Toronto

[@PatrickFieldsRE]

You would Love Edmonton!!

[@Sharon41690]

Hey Patrick, For a person who loves the city lifestyle (like Toronto), is Edmonton a good place? Also, are there any jobs available for Marketing in Edmonton? Thank you. :)

[@PatrickFieldsRE]

Hello there, Edmonton is a great city and doesn't have quite the (night time) lifestyle like T.O. but is fantastic to raise a family or just reduce overall costs! I have helped 2 buyers in the past few months from Toronto that moved here for those reasons. I am not sure what is available for marketing jobs, but I did make a video with resources to find a job, here is the link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/sKObk2OCnbp1bpY Hope this helps! Let me know if you have any other questions! 😀

[@MultiCappie]

I love Edmonton, but if by "city lifestyle" you mean "something like Toronto", I'm afraid i would have to say no. It's improving really really fast, but on a scale of 1-10, where Toronto is "10" and Calgary is "5", Edmonton has just gone from about a *_minus six_* to about a "4" in the last 15 years. In another 15 years we should be about a solid "8". The thing in Edmonton is the disposable income. The cost of living vs. the income. This is a city where cashiers can buy condos. But if you are accustomed to the better sides of Toronto/Montreal/Vancouver, Edmonton is still a bit of a shock. That said, actually the live theatre in Edmonton is waaaayyyy better than you would expect. Maybe better than Toronto.

[@michaelg6641]

@@MultiCappie Wait what, cashiers can buy condos?

[@Shawn-gr7hl]

@@michaelg6641 well maybe two living together . A modest condo .

[@unreal_9998]

I hope I can move here someday.

[@PatrickFieldsRE]

I hope you can too, it's a beautiful city!! Thanks for watching!

[@israelcanseco1947]

La ciudad más hermosa del mundo 💓

[@valeria-militiamessalina5672]

Hmm, not really.

[@Prince-kn6qq]

Sir, how are job opportunities in alberta like part time jobs and fields jobs. Is it difficult to find part time jobs for those who come to alberta after graduation of high school Like i am student from a COMMERCE background and i will move to canada next year for college . So how are jobs according to my field of Commerce?

[@Prince-kn6qq]

Pls reply

[@PatrickFieldsRE]

Hi Prince, I just help people buy and sell homes, not get jobs - sorry.... Did you watch the video I made on how to find a job in Canada?

[@JaspreetSingh-ip4se]

Sir is this city good for international students ? Are part time jobs available in Edmonton and what about nait college ? Is this good ?

[@PatrickFieldsRE]

Hello Jaspreet, Edmonton is a great city for international students, I get people from around the world asking me questions now. NAIT is a very good school, along with Concordia and Grant MacEwan! I am not sure about jobs (and so many people ask me), so I made a video on how to find a job here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/sKObk2OCnbp1bpY

[@TomeRodrigo]

325 sunny days in a year? OMG, that's lovely. Do you have depression there at all? I am stuck in England. I would love love love to come to Edmonton.

[@PatrickFieldsRE]

Hello, it is great to have that much sunshine - when it gets cold you don't mind going outside, just bundle up! I helped a wonderful couple move here from the U.K. last year, they love it here!! There is depression everywhere, and probably more so this year with Covid, but that would be worldwide too! There are so many things to see and do in the city and close by. Hope to see you here someday! Stay safe and well!

[@Lucysmom26]

I (the child of British immigrant parents) am British Columbian because of something mentioned in this video and surprisingly it's not the winter. It was the mosquitoes! My parents couldn't stand them and moved to BC after 5 years in Edmonton. The sun in Edmonton is wonderful but those skeeters are a pain.

[@TheRelger]

Edmonton weather sucks. Often 8 months with snow in it. Yes Alberta is supposed to be the sunniest Province but you often can’t actually feel the sun. We get maybe 6 weeks of warm weather then back to crappy weather. People are friendly. Nice river valley. 4 hours from the mountains.

[@degrassiglee2]

I'd love to see more Edmonton videos! We're considering moving there and would love more info!

[@PatrickFieldsRE]

Hi Kayla, I am working on it! Did you have any specific questions I can answer? Where do you live now?

[@madhuripaul9803]

Thanks Patrick sir.for your important information video.... Madhuri Paul.( Darjiling.India).

[@PatrickFieldsRE]

Thank-you, I sincerely appreciate the kind words!!

[@afzalshuhag16]

Hi,,i will be coming in Edmonton next year as an international student. But i am worrying about earning. Because i have to get a part time job to manage my living cost. Is there good part time job opportunity for international students?

[@PatrickFieldsRE]

Hello, there are usually opportunities for part time jobs in the city, depending on where you want to work. Covid has had an impact on the number of jobs available right now. Did you see my video on how to find a job here? kzbin.info/www/bejne/sKObk2OCnbp1bpY Hope this helps! Stay safe!

[@TheSilentOne666]

I'm planning on immigrating to Canada, sometime next year. Edmonton is one of the cities that I'm considering (though, realistically, it'll depend on where I can get a job). I'm glad to hear there are no real deal breakers, in terms of negative aspects of the city; especially considering one thing I heard about Calgary is that their economy is awful and losing your job can be a huge detriment. Is the economy of Edmonton generally better than its southern neighbor?

[@PatrickFieldsRE]

I think Edmonton has withstood the oil and gas slowdown better than Calgary, we have lots of other opportunities here. I find Edmonton easier to navigate or get around vs Calgary. Edmonton is a beautiful sprawling city with an amazing river valley!