A non-for-profit out of Calgary is calling on the Alberta government to help disability workers in the province as employees have not seen a wage increase in the last eight years. Dale Cena who represents a collective of nearly 15,000 workers, has spearheaded an online petition that has over five thousand signatures calling for change. […]Read More
The annual Citizens Walkabout event took place this morning. Participants walked throughout downtown Lethbridge raising awareness of disability rights. As Angela Stewart reports, one participant says she would like to see more inclusivity, not just in the community but nationally as well. Read More
The Lethbridge Police Victim Witness Services Unit is looking for new volunteers. Around 60 people are needed to ensure the team can deliver year-round crisis support to meet the needs here in our community. Program Manager, Catherine Pooley, says whether you are a retiree or looking to become a police officer down the road, this […]Read More
A couple horses with the Lethbridge Therapeutic Riding Association were in Galt Gardens this afternoon for the Horses in the Park event. The initiative which takes place two Fridays a month is a chance for some residents to hang out and enjoy some quality time with a horse. “These are therapeutic horses, they are trained […]Read More
Two Fridays a month, the Lethbridge Therapeutic Riding Association brings in therapy horses to Galt Gardens. Next Friday they will be doing it again. The event will be a chance for residents to come out and interact with the animals around the park. The executive director for the association says it’s also an opportunity to […]Read More
The City is continuing its efforts to handle the tent encampment situation. Wednesday morning, residents of the site were handed notices to vacate the area under the Petty Trespass Act. Both residents in and out of the site are not happy with the action being taken against tent encampment residents. Police and bylaw officers can […]Read More
One Lethbridge woman says she is outraged at the city’s handling of the tent encampment situation. Sarah Villebrun who attended Tuesday’s council meeting says it’s frustrating to see the city just shuffle the problem as there is another cleanup effort going to be taking place Thursday. She says the best solution would be to find […]Read More
One in seven men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer and about 12 men die from it daily. That is why Coaldale’s Ride for Dad charity fundraiser group will be hosting the first annual Ride and Rods event this Saturday which will feature classic cars for the first time. All the funds from the weekend […]Read More
Clean water for drinking is even more accessible now for those who live in Medicine Hat. Throughout this summer, a pilot program consisting of 10 potable water bottle fill stations are being installed on city fire hydrants throughout the Hat. Director of City Assets, Pat Bohan says the City took a cost effective approach when […]Read More
Putting a hot meal on the table has become increasingly difficult for many people. Late Tuesday afternoon, help arrived in Lethbridge in the form of $100,000 worth food from a food rescue. Scores of Lethbridge residents lined up at Highland Park Townhomes on Tuesday afternoon to receive at least $200 worth of food items donated […]Read More
Downtown Lethbridge has been dealing with a number of the people camped out in tents as the city does not currently have a transitional housing option. Lethbridge West MLA Shannon Phillips says the city and the province are not working in tandem to come up with a strategy. She says something needs to be done. […]Read More
The Lethbridge Police Service’s Watch Program was recognized last week with the Community Justice Award. It is an award acknowledging either individuals or organizations that have contributed to community justice work in the province. The program began in May of 2019 and manager Jeff Cove says to be recognized on the provincial stage feels amazing. […]Read More
For the first time since the pandemic, the Soboyejo-Turning Point Charity Foundation will be hosting a Restoration Concert to raise funds to build a safe gathering place for women and young children in Ogan, Nigeria. There is currently no place for the women or kids to gather for after-school programs. A member of the organization […]Read More
The annual Target Hunger food drive is coming up next month and this year, there is a need for volunteers. On the second Saturday in June, volunteers will be coming around picking food donations from residents. Danielle McIntyre with the Interfaith Foodbank says they need the volunteers, especially for collection day adding, they are looking […]Read More
Construction has officially begun on a new recovery site just east of Lethbridge. The city and the province broke ground on the site Wednesday morning which will eventually be a place to help people looking to break their addictions. Angela Stewart has more. Read More
A volunteer-based program in Lethbridge called The Watch continues to make the rounds in the downtown core assisting locals while also providing a level of safety for some who may need a walking partner. As BCN’s Angela Stewart explains, the program launched by the Lethbridge Police Service, has developed quite a bit since it launched […]Read More
This week marks Mental Health week across Canada and Woods Homes in Lethbridge wants to promote awareness around mental health in our children. Woods Homes provides around the clock support to children, youth, and families and the organization hopes to kick down barriers surrounding mental health. An official with Woods Homes says they have seen […]Read More
Scotiabank has signed a cheque for $150,000 for Lethbridge College’s Ready to Connect program. It is a new initiative the College has put together that helps high school students from disadvantaged or underrepresented populations transition into post-secondary. An official with the College says the money will go directly to the students that the program is […]Read More
A Lethbridge group is asking for some much needed donations for the people of Ukraine who are struggling as the war with Russia rages on. The group calling themselves Lethbridge Assistance for Ukraine is asking for medication and medical supplies that will be shipped to Ukraine. “Most of the medical supplies that we’re looking for […]Read More
The Lethbridge Pronghorns and Big Brothers and Big Sisters are teaming up next month for an exciting mentorship program. As Angela Stewart explains, a former athlete of the Pronghorns who is now a member of Big Brothers and Big Sisters says this is an exciting opportunity. Read More
A Nanton woman says she felt “God was talking” to her at a time she needed to turn her history of physical injury and substance abuse, into a message of hope for others.Read More
After her son passed away from a drug overdose, a southern Alberta mom is doing her part to change how the province handles overdoses. As Angela Stewart explains this mother says she doesn’t want other parents to experience what she went through.Read More
You may had gotten a knock on your door this week from some Christmas carolers. Members of Pentecostal Church are in Lethbridge this week collecting donations to fund outreach programs through their church. But this year the carolers are collecting donations for a very important cause. Angela Stewart with more. Read More
A woman from Grande Prairie is looking to spread some Christmas cheer to seniors this holiday season. The 2021 Christmas Card Drive aims to have at least one card delivered to every senior citizen in a long-term care facility across the province by the time Christmas rolls around next month. Organizer Nikki Demers says she […]Read More
According to Food Banks Canada’s annual HungerCount report that was released Thursday morning, more than 116,300 Albertans visited a food bank in March 2021. That reflects a 30 percent increase from previous years. Executive Director with the Interfaith Food Bank, Danielle McIntyre says, increased demand, plus rising costs due to inflation created by pandemic-related spending […]Read More
If you’re looking for something fun to do in our city, you can now participate in the Not So Amazing Race… Using nine clues, you go on a city-wide scavenger hunt to find a letter, which creates a nine letter word. But there’s a twist, you are encouraged to not use a car or phone […]Read More
The 2021 Operation Christmas Child shoebox campaign has begun. As Micah Quinn explains, Samaritan’s Purse is once again calling for Canadians to fill up boxes and provide cheer for underprivileged children around the world.Read More
Organizations around the city such as the Lethbridge Soup Kitchen and Streets Alive Mission are quickly adapting to the mild increase in clientele as the temperatures start to drop. Executive Director of the Soup Kitchen, Bill Ginther, says this is the time of year when many are looking to access a hot meal or […]Read More
It’s Thanksgiving weekend, a time for people to come together and celebrate what they are thankful for, which for many, includes a family meal. But, for the less fortunate in our city, that isn’t always possible. The Lethbridge Soup Kitchen is offering a free ham dinner throughout the weekend for anyone in need of a […]Read More
October is National Disability Employment Month, also known as DEAM. DEAM promotes employment inclusion for people with disabilities and celebrates those living with disabilities along with their skills, successes, and achievements. The month brings awareness to the work being done to ensure there are open and accessible workplaces for those with disabilities. Executive Director, […]Read More
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