Connector Program Coordinator
Edmonton Region Immigrant Employment Council (ERIEC)
I am happy to answer your questions about resources and services that would be helpful for you to improve job searching skills and networking strategies to find a job in Edmonton.
Housing Specialist
Mainstreet Equity Corp.
Arriving soon? Ask me anything about finding the best accommodations for your budget and needs.
Visit the Scotiabank booth to learn how you can take advantage of the StartRight™ Program for newcomers.
Edmonton is the capital of Alberta and the second-largest city in the province with a population of close to 1.4 million. Because of the massive oil, gas and oil sands reserves in Alberta, Edmonton is called the "oil capital of Canada". Its growth, low taxes, jobs, and ethnically diverse population make Edmonton attractive to immigrants from around the world.
Edmonton is proud to be one of the fastest-growing economies among Canada's large cities. Since 96% of Canada's oil reserves are in Alberta, Edmonton's economy naturally focuses on the petrochemical industries. Oil supply and services, as well as technology research and development, ensure Edmonton's prosperity.
Real estate costs are on the rise, like in other large cities in Canada. If you're considering settling in Alberta, Edmonton is more affordable than Calgary to buy a home. Rental rates are also more affordable than in other major cities. Have questions about renting a home in Edmonton, chat directly with Hassan Abdul Hussain from Mainstreet Equity Corp.
Mainstreet Equity Corp. currently owns and manages rental properties exclusively throughout Western Canada, including larger portfolios in the Calgary area, Edmonton area, Lower Mainland BC, Regina, and Saskatoon, with additional buildings in Kamloops, Lethbridge, Vancouver Island, and Vernon.
The Edmonton Settlement Sector Zonal Outreach initiative aims to connect higher numbers of newcomers in every zone to Anglophone/Francophone settlement services in Edmonton in a client-centered manner. Newcomers will be aware of settlement services available in their communities and are supported in their integration into Canadian society.
Established in 2008, Edmonton Region Immigrant Employment Council (ERIEC) is dedicated to ensuring immigrants are welcomed and participate in the Edmonton economy to their full potential. ERIEC's programs support building a diverse community. We work with a network of stakeholders that include businesses, immigrant service providers, the skilled professionals new to our community, Edmonton employers, and the three orders of government.
Scotiabank is devoted to helping newcomers like you establish your banking needs right away so you can settle into your new life and country sooner! Whether you want to learn how to open a Canadian bank account, transfer money back home, save on banking fees, and more, you’ll find solutions here. And when you arrive in Canada, you can connect with a financial advisor to set up your accounts.