Old Strathcona / Whyte Avenue

Old Strathcona keeps Edmonton's streetcar era alive along Whyte Avenue, a heritage commercial strip of independent shops, theatres and restaurants a few blocks south of the North Saskatchewan River. The Saturday farmers market and the University of Alberta, just to the north, keep the neighbourhood busy and youthful year round.

Getting around

The High Level Bridge and Walterdale Bridge connect Old Strathcona directly to downtown, and frequent bus routes link the area to the University of Alberta and the LRT network.

Schools & family

The University of Alberta anchors post secondary education a short walk north, alongside public elementary schools serving the neighbourhood's families.

Shopping & lifestyle

Whyte Avenue's shops, theatres and restaurants cover most needs on foot, with the Old Strathcona Farmers Market a Saturday institution.