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Edmonton
Edmonton is the capital city of the province of Alberta, Canada. The second largest city in Alberta, it is the northernmost city in North America with a metropolitan population greater than 1 million. It is home to the longest stretch of connected urban parkland in North America and, in midsummer, it enjoys up to 17 hours of daylight.
Climate
Edmonton's climate varies greatly throughout the year. For current weather conditions in Edmonton, visit Environment Canada's Edmonton Weather Page. Edmonton's winter is long and harsh. It can last from October through until May, although recent years have seen serious winter conditions last from November through late March.
During the winter period, temperatures below -40C (-40F) can be experienced at any time, so it is extremely important to be prepared if traveling to Edmonton during this time. Warm clothing is essential when spending any time outside. Exposed skin will freeze quickly, so be sure to cover up. Multiple layers of clothing are recommended, including thermal undergarments, a warm "regular" layer, and an outer layer of wind and water resistant fabric. Don't forget a toque (beanie, winter hat, etc) mittens/gloves and insulated boots with lots of grip.
Meetings
The Edmonton CS group meets regularly at various locations around the city. Take a look at the Edmonton CS Group to see what's coming up.
You can also view our Google Calendar for event information, although sometimes the Group posts have the latest updates.
Emergencies
The Canada-wide Emergency telephone number is 911. Call this number if you are experiencing a life threatening emergency.
Stranded in Edmonton without a host? Review the information on the Stranded_In_Edmonton page.
Festivals & Events
Weekly
January
- Arts on the Ave's Deep Freeze Winter Festival (January 9 & 10, 2010)
- Ice on Whyte (January 14 - 24, 2010)
February
- Silver Skate Festival (February 19 - 23, 2010)
- Expanse Movement Arts Festival (February 25 - 28, 2010)
March
- Alberta Student Film Festival (March 19 & 20, 2010)
April
- Edmonton Kiwanis Music Festival (April 20 - May 6, 2009)
May
- St Albert Kinsmen Rainmaker Rodeo (May 22 - 24, 2009)
June
- Edmonton Jazz Festival (June 26 - July 5, 2009)
July
- Street Performers Festival (July 3 - 12, 2009)
- Taste of Edmonton Festival (July 17 - 26, 2009)
- Rexall Edmonton Indy (July 24 - 26, 2009)
- Capital Ex (July 24 - August 2, 2009)
August
- Edmonton Folk Festival (August 6 - 9, 2009)
- Edmonton Fringe Theatre Festival (August 13 - 23, 2009)
September
- Edmonton International Film Festival (September 25 - October 3, 2009)
November
- Canadian Finals Rodeo (November 11 - 15, 2009)
- Festival of Trees (November 26 - 29, 2009)
Sports Teams
Baseball
- Edmonton Capitals Golden Baseball League (season runs from May through September)
Canadian Football
- Edmonton Eskimos Canadian Football League (season runs from June through November)
- University of Alberta Golden Bears Football Canadian Interuniversity Sport (season runs September-October)
Ice Hockey
- Edmonton Oilers National Hockey League (season runs from October through April)
- Edmonton Oil Kings Western Hockey League (season runs from September through March)
- University of Alberta Golden Bears Hockey Canadian Interuniversity Sport (season runs September through March)
Football/Soccer
- Edmonton Strikers Soccer/Football club
Lacrosse
- Edmonton Rush National Lacrosse League
