Moving to Calgary

Terrace View Room - 5th Floor

This is a city and region where global business opportunities originate, where international companies thrive, and where newcomers are welcomed. 

This magnetic community ranks at the very top of all Canadian cities for attracting people from other parts of Canada and the world.  

Diverse housing is available, and there is plenty to choose from.  Compared to many places in Europe and Asia, for example, home prices are moderate, and property taxes are the lowest of any major city in the country.  

Health care services are excellent, and everyone is insured after living here for just three months. 

There are over 350 schools, nine post-secondary institutions, and 45 private vocational training centres, many of which offer advanced or business English classes.   

One of North America’s longest, paved riverside pathway systems winds through the city. There are green spaces, parks and community recreation and sports facilities in virtually every neighbourhood.

The wilderness of Canada’s Rocky Mountains is just an hour away, offering some of the finest cross-country and downhill skiing anywhere.

"Calgary is Canada’s most attractive moving-to city, based on the strength of the local economy; health, education, social and environmental standards; housing availability, and the innovation of its citizens." -The Conference Board of Canada, City Magnet Survey, 2010