realestate: Did you know Edmonton?? - 04/19/11 03:58 PM

Did You Know? The Tipton and Hulbert Blocks, built in 1911 and 1912 at 10355 and 10362 Whyte Avenue, share an internal staircase. Whyte Avenue is named after a Calgary and Edmonton Railway Company official. The McLean House at 10454 84th Avenue was built in 1896, making it Edmonton's longest serving modern residence. Because of the well-preserved interior, Orange Hall at 10335 84th Avenue was used as the set for a documentary on the life of Alberta women's rights activist Emily Murphy. The Hub Cigar Company began operation in 1910 in a building built in 1894. It was the longest … (0 comments)

realestate: Edmonton Down town Revitalization !!! - 04/19/11 03:40 PM
Edmonton Downtown Revitalization Katz's plan done properly will electrify downtown!!!!By Scott McKeen, Edmonton JournalMarch 26, 2010There are a few glimmers of true urban experience in our downtown.Hunt through the ruins of the once-proud strolling and shopping district and you'll find them.Yes, you'll pass parking lots and vacant lots, bunkers and faceless institutions. But suddenly, out of the bland, you'll come across a diner, fashion boutique, gallery or cafe.Downtown is a work in progress. Glacial progress. But progress nonetheless.The good news is of two bold plans emerging to reshape the core into a vibrant place of culture, community and commerce.One plan, city … (0 comments)

realestate: Real Estate Overview for Edmonton - 04/05/11 01:14 PM
 
Overview
The recovery of oil prices is providing 
a welcome boost to the Alberta 
economy.  Provincial crown petroleum 
and natural gas rights were auctioned 
at record values in 2010, which will 
lead to higher drilling and energy 
exploration in 2011.  Investment in 
oil sands projects will also continue 
to grow, accelerating economic 
growth in Alberta.  The natural gas 
industry will continue to be impacted 
by a low price environment and its 
contribution to the economy will be 
muted until prices move higher.
In 2011, employment growth in 
Alberta will recover and exceed the 
peak level of employment reached 
prior to … (0 comments)

realestate: Tons of Quality work in Edmonton ! - 04/05/11 07:51 AM
Quality Work There are all kinds of opportunities for new Edmontonians to get a good job and to get ahead. Likewise, manysmall businesses flourish here.
EEDC is focusing on Edmonton’s knowledge-based economy. We’re committed to promoting innovation and productivity to enhance individual income and quality of life.
Have a look at the job opportunities available now.
If you are moving to Canada from another country, you must go through the Canadian Immigration process.
To begin working, you must get a Canadian Social Insurance Number.
 
Information by City of Edmonton 
 
Michele Weselake Realtor ®   Direct:  780 901 4770   REALTY EXECUTIVES13202-118 AvenueEdmonton,Alberta T5L 4N4 … (0 comments)

realestate: Living in Edmonton - 04/05/11 07:38 AM
Quality Lifestyle With over a million people, Greater Edmonton offers all the convenience and choice of a big city in an environment of open spaces and fresh air. We’re proud of our clean, safe neighbourhoods. Lower average house prices mean people here are able to own a home at a younger age than in other Canadian cities like Toronto, Vancouver, and Calgary. Taxes are lower here, too.
Health care is provided for all Albertans, and Edmonton’s Capital Health region has been ranked number 1 in Canada for 5 years in a row. Learn more about health care in Edmonton through the stories of people who've … (0 comments)

realestate: Celtic Romp April 25 - 04/04/11 02:24 PM
Celtic Romp Date: April 25, 2011From:12:00 PMTo: 4:00 PMCost: Regular Admission
Celebrate the coming of spring with this romp of Celtic delights at Muttart Conservatory. Introducing our fabulous show “A Celtic Floral Fantasy” in the Feature Pyramid, enjoy the mystery of Stonehenge, and the designs of the Celtic lands all done with flowers. Be a kid again and make a “Pixie Pouch” (small purses that were ancient good luck tokens either carried or sewn into children’s pockets to keep them safe from “bad faeries” and to bring them good luck). For the wee ones, face painting, a petting zoo, stories and more.
For more … (0 comments)