Diversity and Racism in Edmonton, Alberta

Edmonton is a beautiful city with exquisite attractions and engaging citizens. Although it may seem remote, the city has one of the highest populations in Alberta. Seeing as Edmonton is the capital of the province, the Legislature building serves as one of the city’s most intriguing landmarks; however, the most renowned building in all of Edmonton is unrivalled: the West Edmonton Mall. Conquered only recently by a mall in Dubai, the West Edmonton Mall–or “Wem” to the locals– is the second largest mall in the world. The gem of the city lies in its occupants. The people of Edmonton come from all corners of the world. Truly, if one looks to have a diverse, historic, and unforgettable experience, one should consider booking a trip to Edmonton.

Winters in Edmonton are long and cold. People should know frostbite and protect their skin while walking or spending time outdoors. Summers are warm, sunny and beautiful, however, too short. Edmonton is a festival city. One of the largest multicultural festivals in the world, Heritage Festival, is held here every August long weekend.

Though the region is known for one major industry (oil and gas), Edmonton has a more diverse economy which leads to a more diverse population and workforce. As the provincial capital, the city employs thousands of civil servants for various ministerial roles. The University of Alberta, the second-largest postsecondary institution in western Canada, is also a major local employer. Because of this variety of sectors, the city tends to be less vulnerable to economic downturns.