Allison arrived in Edson in 1998 “just for a year” — 27 years later, she’s still here, thriving. Her nursing career has spanned nearly every department: Acute Care, Emergency, Public Health, Home Care, Long Term Care, and now management. Allison thrives in the rural environment, where collaboration is key and every nurse wears multiple hats. As she puts it, “if you work rurally, you have to be good at everything.” With horses at home and the mountains just a drive away, Allison has found both personal and professional balance in Edson.

What started as a professional move turned into a lifelong connection for Dr. Sloan and his family — so much so, even his kids came back.

When Dr. Mark Sloan returned to Edson nearly three decades ago as a newly minted chiropractor, he was drawn to the town’s rare economic diversity and prime location between Edmonton and Jasper. But it was the community that truly won him over. He and his family were welcomed with open arms — invited to sleigh rides, camping trips, church gatherings, festivals, and more. That warmth never faded. Today, not only has Edson offered Dr. Sloan a fulfilling practice and an unbeatable quality of life, but it’s also inspired his children, now professionals themselves, to return and build their lives here too.

With career support at every turn, Teresa grew her nursing career step by step — all while building a life she loves in a community that supports her.

Teresa’s story is one of growth, grit, and gratitude. Starting as a Nursing Aide in 1991, she worked her way through multiple roles at the Edson Hospital, from Unit Clerk to Admitting Clerk, then completed the Rural LPN program and eventually bridged into an RN designation in 2006. With experience across Acute Care, Labour & Delivery, ER, and Perioperative Nursing, Teresa took on the role of Assistant Head Nurse in 2018. Though she initially moved to Edson for her husband’s job, the small-town charm, unbeatable location between city life and mountain escape, and genuine sense of community made it their forever home.

Dr. Oishi practices full-scope family medicine in Edson’s state-of-the-art facility, where collaboration, teaching, and patient care go hand in hand.

Dr. Oishi practices the full spectrum of rural medicine in one of Alberta’s newest, state-of-the-art hospitals. From ER and OR to obstetrics, palliative care, and ultrasound, he embraces the variety and impact of full-scope family medicine. A passionate teacher, he mentors both medical students and residents in a collaborative, close-knit setting. And with Edson perfectly positioned between Jasper and Edmonton, it’s not just a great place to practice — it’s a great place to live.

From outdoor adventure to strong community roots, Randeza and her family have found everything they need — and more — in Edson.

Twenty years ago, Randeza and her family planted roots in Edson — and they’ve been thriving ever since. As an LPN, she’s enjoyed a fulfilling career in a town that celebrates its healthcare professionals. Off the clock, Edson’s natural surroundings offer endless adventure: from backcountry hiking and dirt biking to cross-country skiing, fishing, and more. For Randeza, Edson has always been the perfect place to live, work, and play.