#1
Why do you like living in Edmonton? (Living In Edmonton)
#2
Cost Of Living In Edmonton
Jun 12th, 2005
Now there's a question I never thought I'd hear someone ask. 
#3
Living In Edmonton Canada
Jun 13th, 2005
The transit system was it's saving grace for me.
Other than that it was pretty impersonal and like living on a grid. And of course in my case the housing there is run by a bunch of shysters. If you can avoid renting from BOARDWALK and WEST EDMONTON VILLAGE. If you do you may as well bend over and let them see how much they can fit in.
Other than that it was pretty impersonal and like living on a grid. And of course in my case the housing there is run by a bunch of shysters. If you can avoid renting from BOARDWALK and WEST EDMONTON VILLAGE. If you do you may as well bend over and let them see how much they can fit in.
#4
Living In Edmonton Alberta
Jun 21st, 2005
hey jo - couldn't ya just pass go and collect $200!!!!!
man, one of my friends recently moved to edmonton. she hates it. there is no culture and everyone she sees is fat and drives huge dodge rams....and eat's fries. lots of fries and fat women. ouch. not a pleasant site. i dunno, maybe she is kinda biased
man, one of my friends recently moved to edmonton. she hates it. there is no culture and everyone she sees is fat and drives huge dodge rams....and eat's fries. lots of fries and fat women. ouch. not a pleasant site. i dunno, maybe she is kinda biased
#5
Jun 22nd, 2005
Quote: Originally Posted by galianomama
Okay, I've been sitting silently listening to my beloved Edmonton be trashed over and over and over, and I can't do it anymore!hey jo - couldn't ya just pass go and collect $200!!!!!
man, one of my friends recently moved to edmonton. she hates it. there is no culture and everyone she sees is fat and drives huge dodge rams....and eat's fries. lots of fries and fat women. ouch. not a pleasant site. i dunno, maybe she is kinda biased
I'm not sure what kind of "culture" your friend is looking for, but Edmonton is chalk full of fun and cultural things to do.
It isn't called Festival city for nothing.
Jazz Festival
Roots and Blues Festival
Street Performers Festival (this one is alot of fun, and super cheap!)
Fringe Theater Festival - One of the biggest and best in the world. People from all over the planet come to Edmonton to perform in this one. The shows are only about $10 each, and can be absolutely excellent. There are also free street shows, and kiosks and food. Lots of yummy food.
Edmonton Folk Music Festival. I've gone to this 6 or 7 times, and it's an absolutely amazing musical experience. The performers are from all over the world, and one can truly immerse themselves in four days of international music.
Edmonton has their New Year's Eve first night festival down in the pedway systems, Klondike days in the summer (which is like the stampede but better cause there is none of that cowboy crap), all over the city are music venues that have live performances from jazz, to blues, to rock, to folk, to pop.
The Provincial Museum in Edmonton is always interesting. The Space Science Centre has some great exhibits (they just changed the name to Telus World of Science or some other equally god awful name), there is a Ukranian Cultural Centre about 30 minutes east of Edmonton, which has some of the best perogies I have ever had.
On any given day, in any given season, one can wander the river valley and check out the natural beauty, stroll along Whyte ave and browse in an eclectic mix of shops and eateries, or if all else fails, there is always the mall for sheer size and of course, if you like shopping.
I'd rather live in Edmonton than Calgary any day (I know, I know, wrong thread, but still....)
#6
Jun 22nd, 2005
Diamond Sun, I would certainly like to visit Edmonton one day, based on what you say.
I have been guilty myself of bashing a city (not Edmonton) and I've recently come to realize that I'd rather not do it anymore, for by doing so I am bashing something beloved to someone else.
Further, I have recently been bombarded with proof that Pea was right a long while back when she said every city or town has something wonderful about it (okay, I am quoting from memory here, but it was something to that effect). I keep having the nicest damn experiences with total strangers around here, all of whom seem determined to challenge my firmly-held views about this town.
Yikes, sorry, I really am totally off-topic here.
I have been guilty myself of bashing a city (not Edmonton) and I've recently come to realize that I'd rather not do it anymore, for by doing so I am bashing something beloved to someone else.
Further, I have recently been bombarded with proof that Pea was right a long while back when she said every city or town has something wonderful about it (okay, I am quoting from memory here, but it was something to that effect). I keep having the nicest damn experiences with total strangers around here, all of whom seem determined to challenge my firmly-held views about this town.
Yikes, sorry, I really am totally off-topic here.
#7
Jun 22nd, 2005
Natural Beauty Edmonton Bwahhaahahahahah that place is not the asshole of the planet but you can see it from there :P There is nothing atractive about Deadmonton 
#8
Jun 22nd, 2005
Quote: Originally Posted by mrmom2
I seem to recall the same thing about Kamloops.... Natural Beauty Edmonton Bwahhaahahahahah that place is not the asshole of the planet but you can see it from there :P There is nothing atractive about Deadmonton
Seriously though, the river valley in Edmonton is absolutely stunning, especially in the fall. Heritage park is wonderful and beautiful just to sit in and picnic, or toss a frisbee.
There are numerous acreages around the city that are chalk full of pine trees, and birch, and poplar. There is plenty of beauty in Edmonton. One just has to open their eyes.
#9
Jun 22nd, 2005
Quote: Originally Posted by Haggis McBagpipe
If you do, try to hit in the Summer, because you pretty much can't miss some festival of some kind. The summer months are wonderful, and I do miss living in the city of festivals.Diamond Sun, I would certainly like to visit Edmonton one day, based on what you say.
#10
Jun 22nd, 2005
Hey, do you guys know who that Haida artist who makes totem poles is? The famous one, I mean? He was here a couple years ago giving demonstrations so they had him on the news. He starts out with a large chainsaw, then uses a smaller one, then finishes up with hand tools.
#11
Jun 22nd, 2005
Real atractive weather I was there May long weekend a few years a go and it was -6 abd snowing no green or nothing so sorry Diamond you can ruun down Kamloops all you want but WHY IS THIS PLACE FULL OF PEOPLE FROM EDMONTON IN THE SUMMER? 
Because its nice and hot and we have tons of lakes You stay in the drunk driving capital of Canada and I'll stay here OH YEA the place is full of people from DEADmonton in winter too .No mountains to ride sleds there either
I was there May long weekend a few years a go and it was -6 abd snowing no green or nothing so sorry Diamond you can ruun down Kamloops all you want but WHY IS THIS PLACE FULL OF PEOPLE FROM EDMONTON IN THE SUMMER? Because its nice and hot and we have tons of lakes You stay in the drunk driving capital of Canada and I'll stay here OH YEA the place is full of people from DEADmonton in winter too .No mountains to ride sleds there either #12
Jun 22nd, 2005
Quote: Originally Posted by mrmom2
I'll give you the weather, Edmonton is sadly lacking in nice weather, but in terms of things to do, Edmonton kicks butt. Over Kamloops, Kelowna, and all those other Sunny Hot Spot Destinations.Real atractive weather
Besides, the thread wasn't about why Edmonton is better than Kamloops, it was why I liked living in Edmonton. I loved living there, and would do so again in a heartbeat.
#13
Jun 22nd, 2005
"Hey, do you guys know who that Haida artist who makes totem poles is? The famous one, I mean? He was here a couple years ago giving demonstrations so they had him on the news. He starts out with a large chainsaw, then uses a smaller one, then finishes up with hand tools."
I think that is a question for the BC forum rev :P The haida are from British Columbia....I think the person you mean is Bill Reid.
I think that is a question for the BC forum rev :P The haida are from British Columbia....I think the person you mean is Bill Reid.
#14
Jun 24th, 2005
Thanks.. I was asking because we have an opportunity to move there and scale down the jobs and not be mortgage poor as we are here in Beautiful BC.
Yes, its amazing here scenery wise, I've lived in the lower mainland all my life, but how much scenery is worth being mortgage poor? What's your quality of life, if you're working so much to have a home...no money to do other stuff, you know? I'm not a skier, or a sailor, nor a mountain/rock climber. I like the suburbs, I like parks and walks and the local festivities.
I know the weather is bitter cold, but the weather is awful grey, damp and dark alot here. I'm interested what seasons are all about. Here, we have Summer and Sprwintumn. :P
So I guess why I was asking, was because every time I ask a BC'er what Edmonton is like, I get the same comment - it's f-ing cold and Deadmonton comments...and then when I ask when they lived there, they say never...they went to visit one weekend 10 years ago. I need to get some opinions of residents.
Thanks
Yes, its amazing here scenery wise, I've lived in the lower mainland all my life, but how much scenery is worth being mortgage poor? What's your quality of life, if you're working so much to have a home...no money to do other stuff, you know? I'm not a skier, or a sailor, nor a mountain/rock climber. I like the suburbs, I like parks and walks and the local festivities.
I know the weather is bitter cold, but the weather is awful grey, damp and dark alot here. I'm interested what seasons are all about. Here, we have Summer and Sprwintumn. :P
So I guess why I was asking, was because every time I ask a BC'er what Edmonton is like, I get the same comment - it's f-ing cold and Deadmonton comments...and then when I ask when they lived there, they say never...they went to visit one weekend 10 years ago. I need to get some opinions of residents.
Thanks
#15
Jun 24th, 2005
Quote: Originally Posted by Sheagatzi
Well, I lived there for 20 years, and I'd move back if my circumstances changed here.So I guess why I was asking, was because every time I ask a BC'er what Edmonton is like, I get the same comment - it's f-ing cold and Deadmonton comments...and then when I ask when they lived there, they say never...they went to visit one weekend 10 years ago. I need to get some opinions of residents.
Thanks
Winters are cold, but not as bone chillingly cold as say, Montreal. You just dress warm, and go out toboganning. The summers are wonderful. Not too hot, not too cold, just perfect to get out and enjoy the festivals, and the fun. Autumn is gorgeous because of all the trees, and it's not too cold yet to be outside with out a parka.
If it was so awful, people wouldn't live there. I agree that the coast, and even interior BC has more to offer in terms of weather, and vistas, but the prices are ridiculous, and the people aloof.
Aww. All this talk about Edmonton makes me miss it. Time for a visit!
#16
Jul 8th, 2005
Nice promo post, Diamond Sun! Being from Edmonton m'self, I'm glad to see someone jump up and restore our damaged rep lolll...
It is a nice place to live, but I have to admit that I say that mostly because my family is here, so I am here. I lived in Victoria for about 5 years, and absolutely loved it there, but the cost of living there is beyond ridiculous...
and I have to admit, I do hate the winters here. I mean I really really hate them! And I miss the ocean.
It is a nice place to live, but I have to admit that I say that mostly because my family is here, so I am here. I lived in Victoria for about 5 years, and absolutely loved it there, but the cost of living there is beyond ridiculous...
and I have to admit, I do hate the winters here. I mean I really really hate them! And I miss the ocean.
#17
Jul 8th, 2005
Quote: Originally Posted by Zan
Aww, shucks. Although I don't live there anymore, and haven't for, jeez, almost 5 years. I do miss the place.Nice promo post, Diamond Sun! Being from Edmonton m'self, I'm glad to see someone jump up and restore our damaged rep lolll...
It is a nice place to live, but I have to admit that I say that mostly because my family is here, so I am here. I lived in Victoria for about 5 years, and absolutely loved it there, but the cost of living there is beyond ridiculous...
and I have to admit, I do hate the winters here. I mean I really really hate them! And I miss the ocean.
There's just something about your home town I guess that gets under your skin and keeps calling you back. It makes you forget the winters, and the mosquitos, and the lack of beaches, but it still calls to you. Can't escape.
#18
Dec 16th, 2005
What is wrong with you guys. okay i admit that i was a bit slow reading this thread but i can't stand to watch you diss edmonton the way you did. If you haven't gone and experienced how edmonton than you shuold comment. have you ever been to the mall and actaully went through it and looked at everything? i highly doubt it. or spent time in the river valley surrounded by the natural beauty? or the festivals held there every season of every year? seeing at least one will be awesome. or seeing the waterfall that is higher than niagara falls and spills over a bridge? if u haven't seen all these things. or experienced them. u have no right to say that edmonton sucks.
#19
Dec 16th, 2005
edmonton rules, i find it is more fun then calgary because the people are more open and friendly. whyte ave beats our 17th anyday, and edmonton hockey fans are the best. had any of you guys been to an edmonton and calgary game before 2004 when the flames made the big cup run.
it seemed likethe majority of people at the flames games were either cowboys or business men. Edmonton on the other hand always had the rowdy drunks...gotta love em
it seemed likethe majority of people at the flames games were either cowboys or business men. Edmonton on the other hand always had the rowdy drunks...gotta love em
#20
Dec 16th, 2005
Quote: Originally Posted by Roy
Edmonton on the other hand always had the rowdy drunks
Ok, some of that was my fault when I was there. If you like Rowdy Drunks, Go to Yellowknife...especially check out the Gold Range. It'd make an Edmonton Drunk fest look like a 4 year olds tea party.
#21
Dec 16th, 2005
Edmonton has the best restaurants! International flavours galore; Calgary's restaurant scene pales in comparison. Unless you are in the mood for overpriced steak dinner or perhaps a milkshake from Peter's Drive In.
#22
Feb 14th, 2006
Why I like Edmonton?
The River Valley System, the Festivals in the summer, the nearby fishing spots, the numerous nature trails, the University of Alberta, our economic growth (and not due to Fort Mac, they have their own growth), the winter activities (although there is lack of winter now).
The River Valley System, the Festivals in the summer, the nearby fishing spots, the numerous nature trails, the University of Alberta, our economic growth (and not due to Fort Mac, they have their own growth), the winter activities (although there is lack of winter now).
#23
Feb 15th, 2006
I don't live in Edmonton but am considering moving there as my visit in January/06 was great!
Friendly people etc
Lots of work.
I would move in a minute!
Friendly people etc
Lots of work.
I would move in a minute!
#24
Feb 16th, 2006
Quote: Originally Posted by Laika
yes but your skyline looks like Winnipeg Edmonton has the best restaurants! International flavours galore; Calgary's restaurant scene pales in comparison. Unless you are in the mood for overpriced steak dinner or perhaps a milkshake from Peter's Drive In.
#26
Mar 22nd, 2006
Quote: Originally Posted by Sheagatzi
I'm not a resident, YET but it sure is looking good at this point. I moved to BC 5 years ago, and despite having 2 very good jobs, and a reasonable down payment, it looks like we'll never be able to buy a house here. EVER! Average house prices in Edmonton look like a gift. I can easily buy 3 homes in Edmonton for the price of one in the lower mainland. AND when you look a the cost of the commute, crime, congestion and the fact that you can not escape without driving 4 hours or more - I've really started looking elsewhere to build a life, and EDMONTON, on paper anyway, looks mighty inviting. Calgary on the other hand appears congested and expensive in comparison, but NOTHING like the Lower Mainland.Thanks.. I was asking because we have an opportunity to move there and scale down the jobs and not be mortgage poor as we are here in Beautiful BC.
Yes, its amazing here scenery wise, I've lived in the lower mainland all my life, but how much scenery is worth being mortgage poor? What's your quality of life, if you're working so much to have a home...no money to do other stuff, you know? I'm not a skier, or a sailor, nor a mountain/rock climber. I like the suburbs, I like parks and walks and the local festivities.
I know the weather is bitter cold, but the weather is awful grey, damp and dark alot here. I'm interested what seasons are all about. Here, we have Summer and Sprwintumn. :P
So I guess why I was asking, was because every time I ask a BC'er what Edmonton is like, I get the same comment - it's f-ing cold and Deadmonton comments...and then when I ask when they lived there, they say never...they went to visit one weekend 10 years ago. I need to get some opinions of residents.
Thanks
I'm glad to hear people who have lived in Edmonton and do now actually feel good about the place. Since I've moved to BC, I find the only people I've made lasting friendships with are not from here and besides the balmy (though dark and depressing) weather I can't say I'll miss much about BC when I go.
If you look at the rest of Canada, Edmonton is much more indicative if the country. The lower mainland is an anomaly and of course if I had alot of money and no need to work I would live here. However for a family just starting out, from what I've read, seen and heard, Edmonton appears to have a better mix of what a family needs (i.e. affordable housing, jobs, lower taxes, entertainment, space, education and opportunity). The only thing that concerns me is cowboys. I don't care for cowboy wanabes much.
#28
Nov 29th, 2007
As someone who moved to Edmonton I can tell you that the only good thing about living here is the Magpies. The people of Edmonton are lazy and greedy. No body here wants to work for the money they earn. Everyone has the attitude that someone else will do it. Edmontonians get paid sick amounts of money to do disgustingly little amounts of work and this kind of cycle wouldnt hold up anywhere else in Canada.... maybe in the states but not in our country. People are rude and unfriendly. People dont tell you to have a good day or ask you how you are in the service industry, restaraunt servers are a sorry excuse for that... "servers". People have no manners here, even when they are getting paid to have manners. It is ridiculous the way you people treat each other and I would be ashamed to call myself and Edmontonian.The front page of your paper is dedicated to sports 6 of 7 days a week, and things like murders which should be brought to the publics attention are pushed to the 5th, 6th or 7th page. It shameful. Honestly. Driving here is like everything else : people are only concerned with themselves. No body can think about anyone else and its is so dissapointing. If you have moved here from somewhere else, you should take a look at the person you were when you first moved here and the person you have become. I dont think you would like who you are now. Your children are spoiled and misbehave and they are the future of this city. That scares me. I cannot wait to go home to a real city. Where people say hi to each other on the street. Where people in the service industry treat you like a human being, not like a nuisance and where I can sleep at night knowing that I am surrounded by people at home and at work (and even the strangers in the street!) that make me a better peron everyday.
#29
Nov 29th, 2007
Wow.
Welcome to Canadian Content, Rotten Berry... and to Edmonton.
I'm one of those horrid folks that live here....that's quite an unfortunate perception you've acquired of this city. I'm sure there are all kinds of people and situations that would prove your words right - although it's always been my experience that one finds exactly what one is looking for.
If you shift your perception just a little, I assure you you'll also see kindness, intelligence, respect and caring - no matter where it is you find yourself. Often what we're seeing is simply a mirror of what we're putting out there.
Again, welcome - I hope you stick around long enough for us to change your mind a little. Perhaps if you share a little about yourself, a few of us that live here can point out some venues, restaurants etc that might more in keeping with your interests.
Welcome to Canadian Content, Rotten Berry... and to Edmonton.
I'm one of those horrid folks that live here....that's quite an unfortunate perception you've acquired of this city. I'm sure there are all kinds of people and situations that would prove your words right - although it's always been my experience that one finds exactly what one is looking for.
If you shift your perception just a little, I assure you you'll also see kindness, intelligence, respect and caring - no matter where it is you find yourself. Often what we're seeing is simply a mirror of what we're putting out there.
Again, welcome - I hope you stick around long enough for us to change your mind a little. Perhaps if you share a little about yourself, a few of us that live here can point out some venues, restaurants etc that might more in keeping with your interests.
#30
Nov 29th, 2007
My only complaint about Edmonton was when I first moved to that city and was looking for an address, I would find the street and follow it until I found out I was on the wrong side of the damn river. In my first month in Edmonton I must have done that a half dozen times. I eventually bought a map...
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