Edmonton is the capital city of Alberta and the second-largest city in the province, with a population of 1,286,374 as of 2019. It is also Calgary's closest major urban centre, about 300 km north of Calgary.
Ottawa is the capital city of Canada and the fourth-largest city in the country, with a population of 1,019,790 as of 2019. It is located on the border of Ontario and Quebec, and is a political, cultural, and economic hub of Canada.
Quebec City is the capital city of Quebec and the seventh-largest city in Canada, with a population of 826,109 as of 2019. It is one of the oldest and most historic cities in North America, dating back to 1608. It is also a predominantly French-speaking city, with a unique culture and heritage.
Winnipeg is the capital and largest city of Manitoba and the eighth-largest city in Canada, with a population of 811,906 as of 2019. It is located at the confluence of the Red and Assiniboine rivers, and is a major transportation, trade, and cultural centre of the Prairies.
Hamilton is a port city and the ninth-largest city in Canada, with a population of 769,853 as of 2019. It is located on the western end of Lake Ontario, and is part of the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area (GTHA). It is known for its industrial and manufacturing sectors, as well as its arts and culture scene.