Charlottetown

Prince Edward Island

Charlottetown is the capital of the province of Prince Edward Island. Charlottetown is a vibrant, historical hub situated on the beautiful island of Prince Edward Island. Established in 1764 and recognized as a city in 1855, it now has an estimated population of 39,000 – making it one of the largest communities not only on PEI but also east coast Canada.

All levels of the government are major employers in the area. Other important elements of the Charlottetown economy include the healthcare field and secondary and post-secondary education. Technology has been growing in importance, as has light manufacturing and biotech.

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What You Can See and Do in Charlottetown

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As a resident of Charlottetown, you will find quite a few attractions and activities to enjoy, so you never have to worry about not having anything to keep you busy.

The Confederation Centre of the Arts features an art gallery, museum, library, and even two theatres and a restaurant. Each summer, there is a production of Anne of Green Gables—The Musical. It is put on as part of the Charlottetown Festival, which runs annually from June to September.

The Beaconsfield Historic House was built in 1877, and it is now home to the Prince Edward Island Museum and Heritage Foundation. It also features a bookshop that has books about Prince Edward Island.

Some of the other places you might want to visit include Prince Edward Battery and Victoria Park, Victoria Rowe, and the Province House National Historic Site.

Charlottetown Neighbourhoods

Charlottetown is a fantastic city that has a lot of opportunities for those looking to move. You can find a wide range of choices when it comes to homes for sale in Charlottetown across the various neighbourhoods. It should be possible for just about everyone to find a property that can work well for their needs. Let’s look at several of the communities from which you can choose.

The neighbourhoods above are only some of the options in the city. Talk with your C21 realtor in Charlottetown about some of the other communities and the types of housing available. It’s time to find the perfect home in Charlottetown.

Getting Around in Charlottetown

Charlottetown is served by Charlottetown Transit, which operates 10 bus routes that can take residents to most portions of the town. The bus system has been operating since 2005, which helped to reduce the reliance on private vehicles. The buses make getting around easier for those who may be too far away to walk or cycle.

A lot of the residents in Charlottetown have cars and trucks they use to help them get around town and to destinations outside of the city. Charlottetown is home to the only airport in the province. It serves around 280,000 passengers each year.