Edmonton has been named the third-best place to live in Canada in 2026, according to a new report ranking the country\u2019s top cities.<\/p>\n
Global Citizen Solutions, an international consultancy firm, said 325 annual days of sunshine, affordable housing and the city\u2019s reputation as \u201cFestival City\u201d helped Edmonton secure a spot on the podium.<\/p>\n
The report found the average home price in the city is $391,612, with an annual average wage between $50,000 and $60,000 per year. Major employers include agriculture, oil and gas, construction, manufacturing, real estate and retail.<\/p>\n
West Edmonton Mall, unsurprisingly, was also highlighted as a major draw for shopping, dining and entertainment, and events like the Heritage Festival stood out as reasons for its high ranking.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe city has a strong economy that balances amenities such as modern healthcare facilities, affordable property prices, and plenty of outdoor activities.\u201d<\/p>\n
Global Citizen Solutions ranks its best places to live in Canada for 2026 by examining factors such as job market, affordability and quality of life.<\/p>\n
It noted that mid-sized cities such as\u00a0Edmonton, Fredericton, and Winnipeg offer far more affordable home ownership than the high prices in Vancouver, Victoria, and Toronto.<\/p>\n
Waterloo, Ottawa, and Halifax were highlighted as offering competitive salaries, growing tech and life sciences industries, and a better balance of cost and quality of life.<\/p>\n
Calgary topped the list, followed by Ottawa. Other cities in the top 15 included Montreal, Vancouver, Hamilton and Charlottetown.<\/p>\n