A group called Fight For The Frontline is challenging Alberta Health Services on their decision to implement mandatory vaccinations for frontline workers. As Micah Quinn explains, two local first responders in our city are fighting Read More
Many companies and government agencies are requiring staff to receive the COVID vaccine as a condition of employment. While Alberta government agencies have given staff until the end of October to become compliant, one Edmonton Read More
An Alberta nurse sits down with Jeannette Rocher to talk about alleged misinformation and bullying that she sees within the Alberta healthcare system. Private healthcare, vaccine mandates, and euthanasia are all discussed in this video. Read More
An open letter with over 3,500 signatures was sent to Alberta Health Services President Dr. Verna Yiu. Health Professionals United is a group which is opposed to mandatory vaccination. More than 70 doctors, and 1,000 nurses signed the Read More
According to healthcare workers who are opposed to mandatory vaccinations, we could see a drop in on-duty staff in Alberta beginning this month. One worker who says that part of the rural hospital she is Read More
According to a private online group of Alberta Health Services workers against mandatory vaccinations, there are many healthcare employees who remain not fully vaccinated. The group’s members are sharing information of supplements to keep Read More
With rising COVID-19 cases in Alberta, the City of Lethbridge has made the decision to implement a mandatory vaccination policy for all city staff. The city says at the end of the day, its goal Read More
We are three days into the Restriction Exemption Program in Alberta, and so far the message from restaurant owners in Lethbridge has been positive. For business owners using the new exemption program, customers need to Read More
Alberta Health Services has cancelled all non-urgent surgeries in the province because of a surge in COVID-19 cases. And Lethbridge residents are frustrated that they need to face further delays. Robert Wilson and Mike Ross Read More
Mental health is on the forefront for many people in Alberta, especially after the last 19 months of dealing with the pandemic. Alberta Health Services has announced two new virtual workshops to help identify and transform Read More
Many questions are being asked about vaccines, booster shots, testing and availability. The latest measures to be implemented by the Alberta government in response to increasing COVID-19 cases, has caused a surge in people booking Read More
Starting Sept. 20, businesses in Alberta will need to abide by the new COVID-19 restrictions announced by the Alberta government, or they can choose to use the Restrictions Exemption Program, where they would be required to Read More
About 300 people came together outside City Hall on Wednesday afternoon for a silent protest in response to the mandatory vaccinations for healthcare workers in Alberta and Albertans freedom of rights. Protesters voiced their displeasure Read More
Students, faculty and visitors at the University of Lethbridge will be required to show proof of vaccination before entering campus starting on Nov. 1. Rapid testing will no longer be accepted as an alternative to vaccination, Read More
Alberta NDP Finance Critic and Lethbridge-West MLA, Shannon Phillips met with the media today demanding for a stronger COVID-19 response from the UCP for all of us here in southern Alberta. The NDP is demanding Read More
A professor of ethics at Huron College at the University of Western Ontario has spoken out against being forced to take the COVID-19 vaccine. Julie Ponessee says it is shocking how so many Canadians are Read More
Following the earlier announcement from the UCP regarding new COVID-19 restrictions and masking, Opposition NDP Leader, Rachel Notley, says she’s extremely disappointed by the announcement to put more restrictions on Albertans. She says the Read More
The Lethbridge Chamber of Commerce is introducing a new survey for business owners and operators in the city as to whether or not we should have a vaccine passport when accessing certain non-essential businesses, services, Read More
Nurses and healthcare workers were outside Chinook Regional Hospital on Wednesday holding a ‘Day of Action’ information picket and protesting in solidarity in response to the recent wage cuts announced by the Alberta Government. Read More
On Monday, the U.S./Canada border reopened to non-essential travel for fully vaccinated Americans who wish to travel into Canada. Village of Coutts Mayor, Jim Willett, says the village is happy to start Read More
A group of concerned citizens rallied outside the Provincial Building in Lethbridge on Friday expressing their concerns with the Government of Alberta ending all COVID-19 requirements including testing and isolation on Aug. 16. Rallies have been Read More
We are less than one month away until students go back to the classroom and Lethbridge post-secondary institutions are planning and organizing what the upcoming semester will look like. Currently, both Lethbridge College and the Read More
With the pandemic shifting, so are the restrictions. On Wednesday, Dr. Deena Hinshaw announced that almost all COVID-19 restrictions are set to be dropped by Aug. 16. With the increase of Albertans getting the COVID-19 Read More
After 16 months, live music is back. With Alberta entering Stage 3 of its Open for Summer plan, entertainment venues can now reopen, giving local musicians and artists the chance to entertain a crowd again. Owner Read More
With restrictions being dropped across Alberta, outdoor and indoor gatherings are now an option with no set capacity. Which is resulting in quick turn-around changes for the wedding industry. Alberta entered Stage 3 of the Open Read More
Lethbridge City Council has officially voted unanimously to repeal the mandatory face covering bylaw. Starting July 1, people in Lethbridge will not have to wear a mask when going out into public spaces. In an Read More
Earlier this week, the Federal Government announced that starting July 5 restrictions for fully vaccinated when entering Canada will be easing. Fully vaccinated Canadians won’t have to complete the 14-day isolation period, but still have Read More
90s shows may not be the most popular topic with teenagers in the year of 2021, but a school in Lethbridge has put its own spin on the classic Fresh Prince of Bel-Air theme song. Read More
Are you looking for a way to keep your kids busy this summer? Lethbridge College has announced registration is now open for summer camps. These camps include everything from carpentry and welding, to learning about Read More
With Stage 3 of Alberta’s Open for Summer Plan around the corner, the need for support for charity organizations hasn’t gone away. That’s why the United Way of Lethbridge and Southwestern Alberta has Read More
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Poppy campaign donates $30,000 for veteran service dogs
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Lethbridge Polytechnic celebrates spring graduates
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Coaldale achieves no residential property tax increase for 2026
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Truck lottery drives support for Chinook Regional Hospital Foundation
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Seniors centers face off in friendly “Battle of the Brews” fundraiser
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Poppy campaign donates $30,000 for veteran service dogs
Have you heard about training dog for veterans? Veterans in Alberta who are dealing with Operational Stress Injuries and/or Post-Traumatic...
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Truck lottery drives support for Chinook Regional Hospital Foundation
For truck lovers who also enjoy supporting causes that benefit the community, especially in health care. The Chinook Regional Hospital...
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Seniors centers face off in friendly “Battle of the Brews” fundraiser
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Future of Lethbridge’s integrated Fire&EMS system remains uncertain
The future of our city’s integrated Fire and Emergency Medical Service is still very much up in the air. City...
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New farmers’ market coming to Coaldale
The folks from Coaldale will have a new farmers’ market during the summer season. The exciting new community initiative is...
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