LONG DISTANCE MOVING WITHIN CANADA - EDMONTON
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Edmonton - Community Overview
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Edmonton’s economy is primarily based on the agricultural, energy and forest industries. Secondary industries are manufacturing and business service. Edmonton is also the main centre of distribution for the west, with warehouses to handle consumer goods being stockpiled to supply the western retail market.
The City of Edmonton, capital of Alberta, is located on the Trans Canada Highway and Highway #2. Edmonton is situated on the North Saskatchewan River and is near the geographical center of the province. Edmonton is commonly referred to as the “Gateway to the North” due to its strategic position on the economic divide between the productive farmlands of central Alberta and a vast, resource-rich north hinterland.
The population of Edmonton numbers approximately 981,280.
For more information about Edmonton:
City of Edmonton
1 Sir Winston Churchill Sq.
Edmonton, AB
T5J 2R7
WEATHER
Edmonton has an average July temperature of 17.4ºC and an average January temperature of -13.9ºC. The average annual rainfall is 339 mm and the average annual snowfall is 115 cm.
For daily or historical weather conditions, visit:
MEDIA
One of the best ways to learn about your new community is to subscribe to the local newspaper:
Edmonton Sun
Edmonton Journal
Edmonton Examiner
EDUCATION
For information regarding curriculum and enrolment procedures, please contact:
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Cable TVShaw Cablesystems Ltd. 250-748-9113 https://www.shaw.ca/
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GasFortis BC 1-888-224-2710 https://www.fortisbc.com/
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HydroB.C. Hydro 1-800-224-9376 https://www.bchydro.com/index.html
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WaterUtility Services 250-746-2530 https://www.cvrd.ca/
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Garbage/RecyclingCollection Inquiries 250-746-2530 https://www.cvrd.ca/
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TelephoneTelus Outside BC 1-888-811-2323 Within BC 310-2255 https://www.telus.com/en/ The telephone area code for Cobble Hill is 250.
For information about Roman Catholic Separate Schools, please contact:
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Cable TVShaw Cablesystems Ltd. 250-748-9113 https://www.shaw.ca/
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GasFortis BC 1-888-224-2710 https://www.fortisbc.com/
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HydroB.C. Hydro 1-800-224-9376 https://www.bchydro.com/index.html
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WaterUtility Services 250-746-2530 https://www.cvrd.ca/
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Garbage/RecyclingCollection Inquiries 250-746-2530 https://www.cvrd.ca/
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TelephoneTelus Outside BC 1-888-811-2323 Within BC 310-2255 https://www.telus.com/en/ The telephone area code for Cobble Hill is 250.
Additional educational institutes:
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Cable TVShaw Cablesystems Ltd. 250-748-9113 https://www.shaw.ca/
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GasFortis BC 1-888-224-2710 https://www.fortisbc.com/
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HydroB.C. Hydro 1-800-224-9376 https://www.bchydro.com/index.html
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WaterUtility Services 250-746-2530 https://www.cvrd.ca/
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Garbage/RecyclingCollection Inquiries 250-746-2530 https://www.cvrd.ca/
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TelephoneTelus Outside BC 1-888-811-2323 Within BC 310-2255 https://www.telus.com/en/ The telephone area code for Cobble Hill is 250.
MEDICAL INFORMATION
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Cable TVShaw Cablesystems Ltd. 250-748-9113 https://www.shaw.ca/
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GasFortis BC 1-888-224-2710 https://www.fortisbc.com/
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HydroB.C. Hydro 1-800-224-9376 https://www.bchydro.com/index.html
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WaterUtility Services 250-746-2530 https://www.cvrd.ca/
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Garbage/RecyclingCollection Inquiries 250-746-2530 https://www.cvrd.ca/
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TelephoneTelus Outside BC 1-888-811-2323 Within BC 310-2255 https://www.telus.com/en/ The telephone area code for Cobble Hill is 250.
PUBLIC SERVICES
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Cable TVShaw Cablesystems Ltd. 250-748-9113 https://www.shaw.ca/
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GasFortis BC 1-888-224-2710 https://www.fortisbc.com/
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HydroB.C. Hydro 1-800-224-9376 https://www.bchydro.com/index.html
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WaterUtility Services 250-746-2530 https://www.cvrd.ca/
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Garbage/RecyclingCollection Inquiries 250-746-2530 https://www.cvrd.ca/
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TelephoneTelus Outside BC 1-888-811-2323 Within BC 310-2255 https://www.telus.com/en/ The telephone area code for Cobble Hill is 250.
TRANSPORTATION
Motor Vehicle & Driver Licencing
Registries are Us
Alberta One Stop Registry
Public Transit
Edmonton Transit System
https://www.edmonton.ca/edmonton-transit-system-ets
For more information about transportation in Edmonton, visit: https://www.edmonton.ca/
COMMUNITY
Attractions and Events
Edmonton Public Library
Confederation Leisure Centre
Commonwealth Community Rec Centre
For information about upcoming events in Edmonton, visit: https://www.edmonton.ca/
SPORTS AND LEISURE
Parks and Recreation
YMCA
https://northernalberta.ymca.ca/
Golf Courses
Jagare Ridge Golf Course
Twin Willows Golf Club
https://www.twinwillowsgolf.com/
Highlands Golf Club
https://www.highlandsgolfclub.com/
Derrick Golf & Winter Club
Ski Hills
Snow Valley Ski Club
Edmonton Ski Club
https://www.edmontonskiclub.com/
Sunridge Ski Area
SPECIAL ATTRACTIONS
The most prominent characteristic in the city may be the North Saskatchewan River Valley. There are over 150 km of trails, 22 parks and numerous lakes. It contains a number of educational and recreational centres, offering visitors a fascinating glimpse of the city's heritage growth and interests. This area is known as the “River Valley Parks”.
Edmonton is host to numerous annual festivals including the International Jazz Festival, the Children’s Festival in June, Capital Ex, Edmonton International Street Performers and Taste of Edmonton, in July, Dragon Boat Festival in August, and the Santa Claus Parade in December.
Callingwood Farmers Market
This is Edmonton’s largest outdoor market, open from May-October, on Wednesdays from 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm and Sundays 10:00 am – 3:00 pm. Vendors include fresh produce, baked goods, meats, plants and arts and crafts.
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Cable TVShaw Cablesystems Ltd. 250-748-9113 https://www.shaw.ca/
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GasFortis BC 1-888-224-2710 https://www.fortisbc.com/
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HydroB.C. Hydro 1-800-224-9376 https://www.bchydro.com/index.html
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WaterUtility Services 250-746-2530 https://www.cvrd.ca/
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Garbage/RecyclingCollection Inquiries 250-746-2530 https://www.cvrd.ca/
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TelephoneTelus Outside BC 1-888-811-2323 Within BC 310-2255 https://www.telus.com/en/ The telephone area code for Cobble Hill is 250.
GROCERY STORES
To find a grocery store in the Edmonton area, visit:
Loblaws
Sobeys
Safeway
Specialty Foods
European Market & Produce
Local & Organic Grocery
http://www.europeanmarketandproduce.com/
Lucky 97 Market
Asian & Western Grocery
SHOPPING CENTRES
West Edmonton Mall
1755 8882 - 170 St.
Edmonton, AB
T5T 4J2
Edmonton City Centre
803 TD Tower
10088-102 Ave.
Edmonton, AB
T5J 2Z1
https://edmontoncitycentre.com/
Kingsway Mall
109 Street & Kingsway
Edmonton, AB
T5G 3A6
Londonderry Mall
137th Ave. & 66th St.
Edmonton, AB
T5C 3C8
ENTERTAINMENT
Movie Theatres
To find a movie theatre near you, visit:
Restaurants
To find local restaurants, visit:
MOVING TIPS BROCHURES
Call at 1-888-708-7700 to order the following brochures:
Protecting your goods in transit
Handling dangerous goods
Do-it-yourself packing guide
This information has been compiled from various sources. In our effort to provide you with accurate information, we have used the most current reference material available to us and we hope you find this helpful. If you have any comments about this service, or if we can be of further assistance, please contact United Van Lines at (905) 564-6400 or (800) 668-5544. We can be reached by e-mail at generalinquiries@moverone.ca. You are also invited to visit our website at https://uvl.ca/en/.
