Everyday more and more people are moving to Airdrie, which can be attributed to it's small town feel, and big city amenities. Residents are able to find all the entertainment, recreational facilities, restaurants and shopping desired only a few minutes away. Need more of a push before making the move?
Airdrie has one of Alberta's lowest property tax brackets helping young families afford housing. In the last 10 years Airdrie's population has doubled in size resulting in the development of several quality communities that are geared towards families.
As well as a variety of great neighborhoods, Airdrie provides a diverse selection of schools for parents to choose from. There are options from preschool to post-secondary, in both French emersion and Catholic school systems.
Airdrie has beautiful parks, paved pathways, green spaces and manicured ponds. Families can also enjoy the gymnastics programs, indoor soccer fields, track and skating rinks at the city's recreation center, Genesis Place. Airdrie is a great place for young, active families interested to get involved in the community.
If you are looking for convenience, look no further. Costco, Wal-Mart and Superstore are available to meet all your shopping needs. Airdrie is also home to many thriving small businesses and family run restaurants. More serious shoppers can easily make their way over to CrossIron Mills, which is a large mall just 10 minutes from Airdrie. For those looking to venture out even further, Airdrie is only a 20-minute highway drive from Calgary and an hour drive from Canmore. Calgary's International Airport is a short 15-minute drive away.
Airdrie has a great sense of community and houses as many of the conveniences required in your everyday life. If you are looking to get away from the hustle and bustle of Calgary, but still want the option to either work or have a night out in Downtown Calgary, Airdrie is a great option.
