In fact, Edmonton grew by 11.2 per cent from 2006 to 2011, even faster than the 9.6 per cent growth it experienced in the five years ending in 2006, according to the latest Stats Canada numbers.
The numbers were quick to draw comment from city officials.
"The census shows Edmonton's growth has been stronger than expected," said John Rose, chief economist for the City of Edmonton. "We're seeing that migration to Edmonton was not as negatively affected by the 2008-2009 recession as had been previously thought."
from Western Investor April 2012
