Digital Nomad in Edmonton, Canada: The full guide

Introduction

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Welcome to Edmonton, Canada – home of the world’s largest mall (seriously, it’s like the size of a small country) and the place where it’s totally normal to see a moose just casually strolling through the downtown core. Oh, and did we mention it’s also a great place for digital nomads?

Atmosphere / Vibes

Porter Airport and Toronto Skyline
Photo by Paige Thompson

Edmonton may not have the sunny beaches or mountain vistas of some other popular digital nomad destinations, but it more than makes up for it with its friendly locals, diverse culture, and abundance of cozy coffee shops. Plus, with its relatively low cost of living compared to other Canadian cities, you’ll have plenty of extra cash to splurge on all the poutine and craft beer your heart desires.

Weather throughout the year

Mountains of Gros Morne  in Edmonton, Canada.
Photo by Britt Pigat

Now, let’s talk about the weather. Yes, it gets cold in Edmonton (like, really cold). But that’s what makes it the perfect place to hunker down and get some serious work done during the winter months. Plus, when the snow starts to melt and the temperature rises, you’ll be treated to beautiful summers full of festivals, farmers markets, and outdoor adventures.

8 reasons why this is the best place for Digital Nomads

Train Parked at a Station
Photo by Bekir Donmez
  1. Affordable cost of living
  2. Plenty of co-working spaces and coffee shops to choose from
  3. Strong and reliable internet connectivity
  4. Close proximity to beautiful natural areas for weekend getaways
  5. Diverse cultural events and activities
  6. Friendly and welcoming locals
  7. Abundance of delicious food and craft beer (did we mention the poutine?)
  8. Interesting and unique attractions (like the world’s largest mall, or a giant silver bison statue)

Top 8 Things to do

People Walking on Street Near Brown Concrete Building in Edmonton, Canada.
Photo by Ali Cuhadaroglu
  1. Explore the historic Old Strathcona district
  2. Visit the Royal Alberta Museum
  3. Go hiking or skiing in the nearby Rocky Mountains
  4. Take a walk through the beautiful Muttart Conservatory
  5. Try some local craft beer at one of Edmonton’s many breweries
  6. Catch a live music performance at the Edmonton Folk Music Festival
  7. Shop ’til you drop at West Edmonton Mall
  8. Check out the downtown farmers market on a Saturday morning

Conclusion

Man in Red and Black Jacket Standing Near Green Trees
Photo by Ali Kazal

All in all, Edmonton may not be the first place that comes to mind when you think of digital nomad destinations, but it’s definitely worth considering. With its affordable cost of living, strong internet connectivity, and abundance of cozy coffee shops and co-working spaces, it’s a great place to get work done. Plus, with its friendly locals, diverse culture, and beautiful natural surroundings, you’ll never be short on things to do and see when you’re not working.


Wanna find out more about Edmonton than just digital nomads? Here is another blog post about the top 14 things to do in Edmonton

Did you like this post? Have a look at our other blog posts about living in Canada, such as Montreal, Toronto or Winnipeg.