ALBERTA (AB)
Alberta offers the highest median after-tax income in Canada at $72,500. It has 26 universities and colleges with world-class post-secondary education and research and opportunities to gain permanent residency after students graduate. It has the lowest business tax rate in Canada at just 8% for those entrepreneur who wish to settle in this beautiful province.
GENERAL INFORMATION
| Abbreviation |
AB |
| Time Zone |
Mountain Time (MT) |
| Area |
661,848 square kilometers |
| Location |
Located in western Canada, bordered by the Rocky Mountains to the west. |
| Topography |
Varied landscapes, including mountains, forests, and prairies. |
| Capital |
Edmonton |
| Population |
Approximately 4.4 million (2021) |
| Known For |
Oil and gas industry, Banff National Park. |
| Business Strength |
Strong in energy, agriculture, and technology. |
| Economy |
Resource-dependent, with a focus on oil and natural gas. |
| Main Cities |
Calgary, Edmonton. |
| Median Household Income |
Approximately $93,835 (2019) |
FUN FACTS
- Home to the world’s largest mall, West Edmonton Mall.
- Alberta has a large dinosaur fossil collection, and the Royal Tyrrell Museum is known for its paleontological exhibits.
- The Calgary Stampede is one of the largest rodeos in the world, attracting visitors from around the globe.
- Alberta produces more than 70% of Canada’s oil and natural gas.
- Jasper National Park is the largest dark sky preserve in the world.
- It has more than 455 national and provincial parks and protected areas.
