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💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
51%
Weight: 150
Moderate cost of living; more affordable than Toronto or Vancouver but higher than many smaller Canadian cities.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
47%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are moderate but rising, especially in central areas; more affordable than major metros.
🍎 Food & Groceries
63%
Weight: 40
Grocery prices are reasonable with good availability of fresh produce; dining out is moderately priced.
🚌 Transportation Cost
72%
Weight: 20
Public transit is affordable with monthly passes; gas prices are average for Canada.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
60%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are moderately priced; cinemas, theaters, and events are accessible.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
65%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are reasonably priced with many options available.
💱 Currency Stability
90%
Weight: 30
Canadian dollar is stable and reliable with low volatility.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
87%
Weight: 100
High-speed fiber internet widely available with average speeds around 100-200 Mbps.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
78%
Weight: 40
Several well-equipped coworking spaces in downtown and surrounding areas.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
75%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi, suitable for casual work.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
69%
Weight: 30
Good number of cafes with power outlets and reliable WiFi, but not as abundant as larger cities.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
42%
Weight: 100
Edmonton is not a major digital nomad hub but has a small growing community.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
90%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase prepaid SIM cards with good coverage.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
83%
Weight: 30
Strong emphasis on work-life balance with good labor laws and cultural norms.
🌳 Environmental Quality
70%
Weight: 15
Generally good environmental standards but some industrial pollution in certain areas.
🧼 Cleanliness
78%
Weight: 10
City is clean and well-maintained with regular public services.
🗨️ Language Barrier
95%
Weight: 30
English is the primary language; very low language barrier for English speakers.
💨 Air Quality
62%
Weight: 15
Air quality is generally good but can be affected by seasonal wildfires and industrial activity.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
80%
Weight: 25
Good schools, parks, and family services available.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
89%
Weight: 20
High-quality public healthcare system with well-trained professionals.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
91%
Weight: 25
Public healthcare is free for residents; visitors may need private insurance.
🏥 Healthcare
90%
Weight: 20
Comprehensive healthcare services available with good access.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
23%
Weight: 80
Long, cold winters with snow and short summers; not ideal for those preferring warm climates.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
80%
Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters like earthquakes or hurricanes; occasional flooding possible.
🏞️ Green Spaces
85%
Weight: 10
Abundant parks and river valley trails offering extensive green spaces.
❄️ Air Conditioning
55%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is common but not always necessary due to cooler climate.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
79%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons with snowy winters and warm summers; good seasonal variety.
🔊 Noise Pollution
74%
Weight: 10
Generally low noise pollution except in busy downtown areas.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
70%
Weight: 20
Diverse cultural scene with festivals, museums, and arts but less vibrant than larger cities.
🌃 Nightlife
58%
Weight: 15
Moderate nightlife options; bars and clubs available but limited compared to bigger metros.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
87%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to nature with river valleys, parks, and nearby wilderness.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
74%
Weight: 10
Good availability of language schools and community programs.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
65%
Weight: 10
Some local tours and cultural experiences, but limited compared to tourist hotspots.
🎳 Indoors Fun
63%
Weight: 10
Museums, galleries, and indoor activities available but limited variety.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
68%
Weight: 25
Diverse food options with good local and international cuisine.
🧠 Yoga Studios
71%
Weight: 10
Several yoga studios with varied classes available.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
73%
Weight: 15
Good range of fitness centers and sports facilities.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
70%
Weight: 15
Organic and health-focused food stores and restaurants are available.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
60%
Weight: 20
Mountain Time Zone; moderate overlap with North American business hours but less ideal for Europe or Asia.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
67%
Weight: 25
Growing tech and startup community with regular networking events.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
65%
Weight: 20
Moderate availability of remote jobs, especially in tech and services.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
62%
Weight: 20
Freelance market exists but smaller compared to major Canadian cities.
🏢 Coworking Quality
76%
Weight: 30
Modern coworking spaces with good amenities and community events.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
68%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup ecosystem with support from local incubators.
💳 Local Payment Services
84%
Weight: 10
Widely accepted credit/debit cards and mobile payment options.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
55%
Weight: 15
Moderate interest and adoption; not a major crypto hub.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
70%
Weight: 30
Edmonton International Airport offers good domestic and some international flights.
🚇 Public Transit
64%
Weight: 20
Bus network is extensive but limited light rail; less convenient than larger cities.
🚶 Walkability
59%
Weight: 20
Downtown is walkable but suburban sprawl limits walkability in many areas.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
75%
Weight: 15
Uber and Lyft operate reliably in the city.
🚲 Cycling
68%
Weight: 10
Decent cycling infrastructure but winter limits year-round use.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
60%
Weight: 15
Bus and train options available but limited; air travel preferred.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
43%
Weight: 10
Limited scooter rentals; bike-sharing programs are small scale.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
88%
Weight: 20
Excellent 4G and growing 5G coverage citywide.
🔒 VPN Reliability
92%
Weight: 20
Reliable internet infrastructure supports stable VPN connections.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
89%
Weight: 15
Stable and reliable power supply with rare outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
67%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in libraries and some public spaces but not widespread.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
50%
Weight: 40
Canada has strict visa policies; no special digital nomad visa as of 2025.
📊 Tax Friendliness
48%
Weight: 30
Relatively high taxes compared to many countries; standard Canadian tax system applies.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
95%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech and expression.
🏛️ Political Stability
93%
Weight: 20
Very stable political environment with low corruption.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
65%
Weight: 15
Straightforward for residents; more paperwork for non-residents.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
70%
Weight: 10
Relatively simple process with online options available.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available in Canada.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
55%
Weight: 50
Moderately friendly but lacks specific infrastructure and visa options for nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
48%
Weight: 25
Few dedicated digital nomad events; some tech meetups available.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
56%
Weight: 20
Small but growing online community of digital nomads in Edmonton.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
82%
Weight: 100
Generally safe city with low violent crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
85%
Weight: 50
Safe and inclusive environment for women.
✊ Racial Tolerance
79%
Weight: 50
Multicultural city with good racial tolerance and diversity.