Our home
in O-day'min
in O-day'min
O‑day’min, the Anishinaabe word for strawberry, or heart‑berry, is the name of the downtown ward that MacEwan calls home.
13K+
People live downtown
Our campus sprawls through the downtown core, at the centre of municipal ward O‑day’min on Treaty 6 territory.
We’re in the middle of bustling, diverse communities filled with unique shops, award‑winning restaurants, lively nightlife and beautiful parkland.
From the Ice District to Jasper Avenue to the river valley, you can access Edmonton’s best amenities just a short walk from campus. Or take the LRT from one of several nearby stations if you want to venture a little further.
Our prime location opens the door to unique collaborations and opportunities with local businesses and organizations, creating many ways to personalize your experience and surpass your learning and career goals.
In the heart of the city
Wander a few blocks from campus to take in everything O-day’min (the heart of the city) has to offer. Museums, art galleries, festivals, live music and theatre. When it’s time for a break from the textbooks, you don’t have to go far.
Check out the area around campus or explore further afield. Edmonton has plenty to offer.
50+
festivals year-round
150+
kms of river valley trails
2,800+
eateries & food trucks