If you plan to stay here for more than 5 years or longer, I would say it is better to buy a house and settle down your family here. I do not think it is a good idea to buy a house in edmonton and working in fort mcmurray for long time, both for the family and economic reasons. , U# q7 n+ `3 @) j+ K) n' t \- B9 X) D5 w2 A1 H
Small town sometimes have a very good side as well though living here is expensive. It is easy to find a job if you both want to work, and will earn much more money than anywhere else. , p' v( x* F3 z) w) [+ B: w6 m& |, f+ O+ G6 J
We moved up here from Toronto 5 years ago, sold the apartment in Toronto and bought a house right after my probation, I am satisifed with my choice so far... ; W% o/ ]& a6 E, Z3 q