According to the recent census, most of Edmonton’s 30,000 new residents are between 25 and 34 years old. Although times may be rougher around the world, this is further evidence that quality of life is “less” rough here in Edmonton, Alberta. 30,000 more folks buying, groceries, gas, and iphones; paying rent, mortgages and reducing an already low vacancy rate. More importantly, gauging by the age bracket, these are producers and supply our workforce with additional human resources. This is also an age group that does not use as many city services as others, putting less strain on City infrastructure.
Edmonton’s population grows by 30000 Calgary Herald
Population jump surprises city Edmonton Journal
Folks continue to flock here Edmonton Sun
The population is growing and when you walk around Edmonton you see a lot of Help Wanted signs. They might not be the best jobs but hey a job is a job right?
The province may have a billion dollar deficit but you speak to average people on the street and they don’t feel the recession.
Things seem to be leaner, but the shake down seems to be primarily affecting businesses with inefficient operations. In the long run, I believe we’re going to emerge as much more competitive business community. I can tell you this from firsthand experience in my own operations! The shift in the business environment has forced some introspection and analysis about how to do things better, and faster.
Personally, I can’t think of a single person I know who has lost a job due to the current economic conditions. Not that they aren’t out there, but I think a big picture mindset is starting to settle in with folks as they continue to head out the door to work every day, the sun still rises and sets, and they still have change in their pocket for Timmies!