The Lethbridge Firefighters Union IAFF Local 237 is speaking out following the city’s pursuit of a procurement process attempting to secure a deal to maintain the existing integrated Fire and EMS service. On Monday, Mayor Read More
Lethbridge Mayor Blaine Hyggen addressed the media Monday on the status of the integrated Fire & EMS services. Back in May, the City rejected Emergency Heath Services’ demands of taking on raised benchmark costs for Read More
It has now been 10 years since Medical Assistance in Dying (M.A.I.D.) has been legalized in Canada. And according to some local experts, the conversation in its ethics has changed from if it Read More
The loss of four Canadian Armed Forces members at CFB Wainwright is hitting the military community hard. For veterans, incidents like this can bring back memories of their own service and the risks faced by Read More
The Jack Ady Cancer Centre in Lethbridge will host a new trial evaluating whether radiation treatments can be safely reduced for prostate cancer patients in southern Alberta. By studying if treatment schedules can be shortened Read More
The University of Lethbridge this week welcomed 20 students to their first day of classes at the new Southern Alberta Medical Program (SAMP). The new program is a partnership between the University of Lethbridge and the Read More
The Chinook Regional Hospital Foundation’s Bringing Hearts Home campaign is celebrating after recently surpassing its fundraising goal, with $33 million in donations. A celebration was held Thursday at the hospital’s fourth floor, that will Read More
The province announced Wednesday that design work will begin shortly on the new Cardiac Catheterization Lab at Chinook Regional Hospital. Alberta Infrastructure has allocated more than $320 million for the expansion. The expansion will more than Read More
The Alberta legislation that permits doctors to work in both the private and public health care systems came into effect Tuesday. Bill 11, or the Health Statutes Amendment Act, has been met with great pushback by Read More
The Alberta government has invested $23.4 million into expanding life-saving kidney care at Lethbridge’s Chinook Regional Hospital. The new hemodialysis unit at Chinook has recently opened new treatment centres that increase their weekly capacity by 25% Read More
The Southern Alberta Medical Program (SAMP) held its inaugural day of classes at the University of Lethbridge. This marks a significant step in helping future health care professionals earn their medical degrees while staying in Read More
There’s been some new developments for musician Corb Lund and his Water Not Coal petition. This week during a press conference Alberta Premier Danielle Smith was asked if Lund’s petition question would appear Read More
Some much needed upgrades got underway at the Taber Health Centre this week. BCN’s Naveen Day has more details.Read More
Canada’s fertility rate has fallen to historic lows, but many Canadians say they would like to have more children. Peter Jon Mitchell of Cardus joins BCN to discuss the financial, cultural and social factors Read More
There are more twists and turns in the ongoing saga surrounding Emergency Medical Services in the province, including here in Lethbridge. On Tuesday evening, Lethbridge City Council voted 7-2 to reject a rescindment motion that Read More
From trying alcohol for the first time at the age of 10 to losing her children—because of her addictions – Robin Fox’s story is one of hardship and resilience. Our Heidi Echavarria brings us Robin’Read More
Health officials have issued a warning about potential measles exposure in southern Alberta. Alberta Health Services says anyone who was at the Claresholm General Hospital Emergency Department on Wednesday, May 6th between 1:30 PM and 8:15 PM Read More
Mental Health Awareness Week is being recognized from May 4 to 10. In Lethbridge, the Canadian Mental Health Association is marking the week with its Wellness Wander Scavenger Hunt, highlighting the importance of mental wellness. David Gabert Read More
A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held today to celebrate the grand opening of the new Qualicare Home Care Lethbridge. The event, hosted by the Lethbridge Chamber of Commerce, marked an important milestone for the company and Read More
May is Sexual Violence Awareness Month, and the Chinook Sexual Assault Centre in Lethbridge is joining efforts to spark community conversations to give a hopeful message to victims. The Centre says receiving the right support Read More
The recent provincial government move to support new coal projects continues drawn the community’s attention. Today, at the Southern Alberta Council on Public Affairs (SACPA), the discussion focused on why coal mining in the Read More
Four Lethbridge residents who were out for a cold January run have been recognized as local heroes after they kept a man alive who was in cardiac arrest. BCN’s Naveen Day spoke with two Read More
Southern Alberta now has its first Indigenous-led addiction recovery centre. The Blood Tribe now has access to a 75-bed recovery community that will provide no-cost, land-based treatment for those struggling with addiction. Premier, Danielle Smith Read More
It’s National Public Health Week across the country, a time to recognize the vital role public health practitioners play in improving our health and well-being. This week the University of Lethbridge is highlighting how Read More
The Alberta Government is updating the Animal Protection Act for the first time in 20 years. Bill 22 is designed to improve animal welfare in the province. If passed, it will strengthen penalties for offenders under the Read More
Lethbridge Mayor Blaine Hyggen says discussions are still to be had with Alberta Emergency Health Services in reference to a new contract involving the integrated Fire and EMS model. EHS gave the city notice on Read More
UPDATE: The deadline the city has to provide EHS has been moved up from April 30th to May 31st, 2026. ORIGINAL: Alberta Emergency Health Services wants municipalities across the province to inform them whether they wish Read More
The Alberta government is allocating billions towards the provincial healthcare system, with some benefits being distributed locally. Premier Danielle Smith, alongside several ministers announced Monday that $59 million over three years will go towards the cardiac Read More
The Alberta government in it’s Budget 2026 announcement has revealed that its allocating more than $34 billion over the next three years towards strengthening the health care system, with $4.9 billion going towards health infrastructure. A portion Read More
Today marked the 16th Annual Chinook Regional Hospital Foundations ‘Care from the Heart’ radiothon. During the campaign, local radio stations broadcast live from the hospital, engaging the community and highlighting the positive impact donations have Read More
