A ranking by the YouthfulCities Canadian Urban Work Index has named Edmonton the best place for young people to work in 2019. The Youthful Cities organization ranks based on census data, municipal statistics, and a youth survey.





Edmonton was chosen as the overall winner for youth to work based on its top ten finishes in four themes including affordability, education, employment, and entrepreneurship.





"Being recognized as the best Canadian city for youth to work reflects the fact that we are one of the youngest cities full of economic opportunity, entrepreneurial spirit and access to education - all in all providing great conditions for young people to thrive." said Mayor Don Iveson in response to the win.





The YouthfulCities Index, supported by RBC Future Launch, ranked 21 cities across 16 Urban Work Attributes using a total of 48 indicators.