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.
