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Why Alberta?

Discover what it means to live in Alberta. Find information about settling in Alberta, and why everyone loves it here.
This is an invitation to enjoy nature’s beauty, affordable living, good schools for your children, lower taxes and diverse culture while building your family and a fulfilling career in the growing Alberta veterinary sector.

Pre-Arrival Services And Settlement Support

  • Federal and Provincial support services are available through Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada and the Government of Alberta.
  • You can also enjoy free online services to help you with preparation, job searching, credential recognition, and connecting with language and settlement support.

More information is available through Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada:

NEWCOMER SERVICES

Housing

  • Housing prices are lower in Alberta cities than in other major Canadian markets. Owning a home in Alberta takes under a third of your annual income.
  • Renting: You will need to sign a rental agreement or lease with a landlord. The agreement may be for a fixed period.
  • Alberta also has one of the most affordable residential rents in Canada.
  • Buying: You can buy a home in Alberta by contacting a realtor or through a private sale.
  • Approximately 28% of homes in Alberta are rentals and 72% are owned.
  • Types of homes you will find in Alberta include; apartments, condominiums, townhouses, duplexes, and single-family houses.

More information is available through the Alberta government:

Make Alberta Your Home

Transportation

  • There are several affordable choices of transportation in Alberta to get to work, school and other places.
  • Transportation choices include: public transit, bicycling, walking, taxis, ride-sharing, buses, and air travel.
  • You can own and drive private motor vehicles in Alberta, but you need an Alberta driver’s licence. New drivers must go through a Graduated Driver’s Licence (GDL) program. This includes a knowledge test, one year of supported driving experience and a full road test.

More information about Driver’s Licences:

Get A Driver’s Licence

Health Care

  • Alberta provides free basic health insurance for permanent and temporary residents through the Alberta Health Care Insurance Plan (AHCIP).
  • Free health services are available for mental health issues, addictions, crises and more.
  • You can also enjoy health insurance from your employer or buy personal health insurance from a private insurance company.

Financial Support

  • Individuals and families with a low income may be eligible for government financial support through the Alberta Adult Health Benefit or the Alberta Child Health Benefit.

Education

  • Alberta provides free publicly funded education for children aged 5 to 19 years. Children between the ages of 6 and 16 must attend school.
  • There are alternative education programs that may include additional costs not covered by the Alberta government.
  • There are alternative education programs that may include additional costs not covered by the Alberta government.
  • There are several accessible resources to help you find information about schooling in the area you live.

Child Care

  • Diverse childcare options in Alberta: licensed daycares, family day homes, out-of-school care, and preschools.
  • Financial assistance is available for eligible families struggling to afford childcare.
  • Specialized support for children with special needs through Children’s Services.

Tax

  • Alberta’s tax system is competitive, fair and efficient with the lowest overall taxes compared to other provinces.
  • Alberta residents enjoy tax credits, benefits and exemptions including the Alberta Child and Family Benefit.

More information about Taxes:

LEARN ABOUT YOUR TAXES

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