The Edmonton river valley and skyline on a clear day, welcoming newcomers
Relocating to Edmonton

The 15 min phone call that can save you weeks.

A move across the country (or the world) shouldn’t feel overwhelming. Jody keeps a long-distance move to Edmonton organized and informed from the very first call.

Why Edmonton

A city worth moving to.

The numbers behind the decision — growth, youth, and a quality of life that quietly outperforms its peers.

+3.0%

One-year population growth — the fastest-growing major metro, and about 15% over five years.

Statistics Canada, Jan 2026

37.6

Median age — Canada’s youngest major metro.

ESRI, 2024

$99,200

Median household income — 2nd among peer metros.

ESRI, 2024

70%

Homeownership rate — 2nd among peer metros.

No PST

Alberta is the only province with no provincial sales tax, a genuine everyday advantage.

Government of Alberta

Who this page is for

Built for people moving here to work.

Jody is a trusted resource for professionals relocating to Edmonton, especially those arriving for the University of Alberta, the University of Alberta Hospital, or the Stollery.

U of A Faculty & Researchers

Arriving for a post, a lab, or a sabbatical. Jody helps you weigh commute times to campus, neighbourhood feel, and which communities are worth the premium for this stage of your life.

Healthcare Professionals (Stollery / UAH)

Matching you to shift-friendly commutes to the University of Alberta Hospital and Stollery, in quiet, established neighbourhoods close to the river valley.

Relocating Families & Professionals

New to Edmonton entirely? Jody handles schools, neighbourhoods, and the logistics of a long-distance move so you land settled, not scrambling.

How it works

A soft landing, planned in advance.

  1. 01

    Get to know the city

    Before you fly in, Jody walks you through Edmonton’s neighbourhoods, commutes, schools, and rhythms, so you arrive knowing your way around.

  2. 02

    Match you to a community

    River-valley quiet or downtown energy? Family streets or low-maintenance condos? Jody narrows the city to the handful of areas that fit your life.

  3. 03

    Tour from anywhere

    Live video walkthroughs, detailed notes, and honest first impressions let you shortlist homes confidently without burning flights and weekends.

  4. 04

    Land with support

    Lawyers, movers, trades, and the small logistics of a new city. Jody hands you a settled-in checklist and the contacts to work through it.

Why newcomers choose Jody

The city, demystified.

A local from day one

Skip the trial-and-error. Jody’s lived experience of Edmonton becomes yours from your very first week.

Built for distance

Remote tours, digital signing, and clear communication across time zones, designed for buyers who can’t be here every weekend.

Beyond the keys

Schools, healthcare, the best coffee on your block. Jody connects you to the city, not just a house.

Not sure where to begin?

One short call is the fastest way to turn a daunting move into a clear, confident plan.

A rooftop deck looking out over an established Edmonton neighbourhood
A Local’s Guide to Edmonton

Get to know the city before you land.

Seasons, transit, neighbourhoods, utilities, healthcare, and the everyday rhythms of the city, gathered into the orientation Jody gives every newcomer. It’s the fastest way to arrive already knowing your way around.

Read the Local’s Guide
Aerial view of an Edmonton community school and its adjoining park
University Area neighbourhoods

The communities around the U of A.

Windsor Park, Garneau, Belgravia, McKernan, Parkallen, and Queen Alexandra, walkable, LRT-connected, and home to some of the province’s top-ranked schools. Jody’s guide covers each community, its schools, and its commute to campus and the hospital.

Read the University Area guide
“She made the journey to find our dream home so enjoyable and made the best suggestions for us in every scenario that arose.”

Anthony & Harri · Verified review, Testimonial Tree

Tell Jody where you’re moving from.

Share your timeline and what matters most, and she’ll send back a tailored picture of where you might land.