Edmonton (disambiguation) facts for kids

Edmonton is a name that can mean different things, but it is most famous as the capital city of the Canadian province of Alberta. It is a large and lively city known for its beautiful river valley and many festivals.

Places Called Edmonton

Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

Edmonton is the capital city of Alberta, Canada. It is located on the North Saskatchewan River. The city is a major center for oil and gas, but it also has a strong focus on technology and research. Edmonton is sometimes called "Canada's Festival City" because it hosts many events throughout the year. These include the Freewill Shakespeare Festival and the Edmonton Folk Music Festival.

Other Cities and Towns

• Edmonton, London, United Kingdom: This is a district located in North London, England. It has a long history and is part of the larger city of London.
• Edmonton, Kentucky, United States: This is a small city found in Metcalfe County, Kentucky.
• Edmonton, Queensland, Australia: This is a suburb located in the city of Cairns, Queensland, Australia.

Sports Teams

Edmonton is home to several professional sports teams that are very popular with fans.

• Edmonton Eskimos: This is the former name of a Canadian Football League (CFL) team, now known as the Edmonton Elks. They play Canadian football, which is similar to American football but with some different rules.
• Edmonton Oil Kings: This team plays in the Western Hockey League (WHL), which is a major junior ice hockey league. Many young players hope to play for the Oil Kings before moving on to professional leagues.
• Edmonton Oilers: This is a famous professional ice hockey team that plays in the National Hockey League (NHL). The Oilers have won the Stanley Cup, the NHL championship, several times.
• Edmonton Rush: This was a professional box lacrosse team that played in the National Lacrosse League (NLL). Lacrosse is a fast-paced sport played with a stick and a ball.

Other Interesting Things Named Edmonton

• 96193 Edmonton: This is the name of a small asteroid in space. It was named after the city of Edmonton, Alberta.
• Edmonton tornado: In 1987, a very powerful tornado hit Edmonton, Alberta. It caused a lot of damage and is remembered as a significant natural disaster in Canadian history.
• HMCS Edmonton: This is the name of a ship in the Royal Canadian Navy. It is a coastal defence vessel, used for protecting Canada's waters.
• West Edmonton Mall: Located in Edmonton, Alberta, this is one of the largest shopping malls in the world. It has over 800 stores, a large indoor amusement park, a water park, and even an ice rink!

Related Pages

• Edmontosaurus: This was a type of large, plant-eating dinosaur that lived during the Late Cretaceous period. Its name means "Edmonton lizard," because the first fossils were found near Edmonton, Alberta.