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Alberta stands apart as one of the few provinces seeing population gains

Residents from Ontario and British Columbia continue to relocate to Alberta
Housing affordability and economic growth are two significant contributors to Alberta's continued population growth. (CoStar)
Housing affordability and economic growth are two significant contributors to Alberta's continued population growth. (CoStar)
CoStar Analytics
June 22, 2026 | 9:10 P.M.

While Canada’s overall population declined for the second straight quarter, Alberta continues to stand out as one of the few provinces still adding residents, a dynamic increasingly shaping real estate opportunities and housing demand, particularly in rental markets and entry-level ownership segments that are more sensitive to affordability.

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