Schools
Three school divisions operate in Edmonton and include Edmonton Public Schools, Edmonton Catholic School District, and the Greater North Central Francophone Education Region No. 2. Edmonton Public Schools operates close to 200 schools (primary and secondary), while Edmonton Catholic School District operates close to 90 schools (primary and secondary). The Greater North Central Francophone Education Region No. 2 operates French-language schools in the city and surrounding areas. Private schools are also available.
Edmonton offers a number of post-secondary options, including Concordia University College of Alberta, the University of Alberta, The King’s University College, the Northern Alberta Institute of Technology, MacEwan University, Athabasca University, NorQuest College, the University of Lethbridge, and Yellowhead Tribal College.
Family Life
The Edmonton Valley Zoo is home to a wide variety of species from around the world, including large and small mammals, birds, reptiles, and amphibians. The zoo offers animal talks, rides (train, carousel, paddleboats), day camps, party rentals, and various events throughout the year. There are also playground areas, a water play area, a concession area, and a gift shop.
For indoor fun, a visit to the Royal Alberta Museum allows visitors to explore exhibits on a variety of natural history and anthropology themes, including botany (plants), entomology (insects), zoology (animals), geology (rocks and minerals), Aboriginal culture, archaeology, and Canadian history. The museum holds events throughout the year and is available to book for parties and other gatherings.