List of people from Edmonton

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The City of Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, has been the birthplace or a significant home to numerous famous individuals. Additionally, many Edmontonians have become worthy of note through their various charitable activities, donations, and contributions.

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Actors

Business

Explorers and pioneers

Musicians

National service

Politicians

Religion

Scientists

Sports personalities

Bobsledding

Boxing

Curling

Ice hockey

Skating

Skiing

Soccer

Wrestling

Other sports

Writers and artists

Others

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<span class="mw-page-title-main">1961 in Canada</span>

Events from the year 1961 in Canada.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">1962 in Canada</span>

Events from the year 1962 in Canada.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">1963 in Canada</span>

Events from the year 1963 in Canada.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">1978 in Canada</span>

Events from the year 1978 in Canada.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">1979 in Canada</span>

Events from the year 1979 in Canada.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">1980 in Canada</span>

Events from the year 1980 in Canada.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">1984 in Canada</span>

Events from the year 1984 in Canada.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">1986 in Canada</span>

Events from the year 1986 in Canada.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">1987 in Canada</span>

Events from the year 1987 in Canada.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">1990 in Canada</span>

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<span class="mw-page-title-main">1968 in Canada</span>

Events from the year 1968 in Canada.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">1985 in Canada</span>

Events from the year 1985 in Canada.

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Events from the year 1973 in Canada.

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