A popular guiding company that gives tourists a look around Crowsnest Pass is expanding their offerings across southern Alberta, thanks to support from Travel Alberta. BCN’s Naveen Day has more.Read More
It’s Women in Aviation Week and Mission Aviation Fellowship Canada is highlighting the women who are helping deliver hope to some of the most isolated communities on earth. From pilots and aircraft engineers to Read More
Lethbridge Mayor, Blaine Hyggen is calling WestJet’s decision to end its commercial operations in Lethbridge “frustrating”. The Calgary-based airline says it’s discontinuing its flights to both Lethbridge and Medicine Hat after expressing in Read More
Travelers in southern Alberta will have one less mode of transportation they can utilize. WestJet says they are suspending regular service to both Lethbridge and Medicine Hat. WestJet confirmed that their regular flights from either Read More
Winter has returned with a vengeance across the country. Environment Canada has issued a slew of weather warnings as large swaths of the nation face messy conditions like winter storms, intense snowfall and freezing rain. Read More
Canadian companies are increasingly caught in the crossfire of U.S. politics. From protests targeting ICE-linked businesses to backlash against Canadian billionaire Jim Pattison, companies are being pressured over decisions tied to border enforcement and Read More
As part of the latest breakthrough deal with China, Prime Minister Mark Carney shared that Chinese President Xi Jinping is committed to ensuring visa-free access for Canadians who want to visit China for tourism. This Read More
Tourism Lethbridge wants to remind residents and visitors to southern Alberta to utilize the Lethbridge Airport for their travels in a new initiative project. A new marketing campaign is aimed at promoting travel into and Read More
We’re seeing varying amounts of snowfall in other parts of the country as well. Here in Lethbridge, drivers had to deal with a substantial accumulation of snow on the morning commute. Environment Canada predicted Read More
The city of Kalispell, Montana says they have seen a significant decline in tourism and business in the past year due to the lack of Canadians crossing the border and visiting the region. Discover Kalispell, Read More
How many of us have the opportunity to be on a game show? Now, how about being on one with your whole family? If you tuned into Family Feud Canada Thursday night you would have Read More
The City of Lethbridge is looking to take steps to enhance services at YQL by collecting origin and destination travel data throughout this year. Currently only one WestJet flight departs and arrives to and from Read More
A Lethbridge travel agency owner is sharing what Friday’s blackout at London’s Heathrow Airport will still do to disrupt worldwide commute, after a fire at a electrical substation cut power to the whole Read More
An article from Airbnb lists Lethbridge as one of a handful of “Domestic Destinations” in Canada, as domestic travel in the nation has increased by 20% since the beginning of 2025.Read More
WestJet’s changes to their operations to the Lethbridge Airport have begun, decreasing the number of flights but increasing passenger and cargo room.Read More
If you’re a dog owner who likes to travel across the border with your furry companion – whether it’s by land, air or sea – you should be aware there are some new restrictions the Read More
Contract negotiations continue between WestJet and its regional pilots. You may recall the mainline pilots reached a deal with the airline last May. The chair of the WestJet Encore Master Executive Council of the Air Read More
Seeing pilots at an airport is a usual sight, but this Friday, March 22 if you’re heading to the Calgary International Airport Friday, you could see hundreds of WestJet pilots holding an informational picket. They Read More
If you are thinking about bringing along your canoe, kayak, paddle board or windsurf board to Waterton Lakes National Park this summer…don’t. The folks with Parks Canada say due to the threat of Read More
Avalanche Canada has extended a special avalanche warning until the end of day Thursday, March 7th due to more significant snowfall on top of the snowpack layer that’s been a cause for concern. Avalanche Read More
The president of the Highway Three Twinning Association here in southern Alberta is not happy with the recent comments made from federal environment minister Steven Guilbeault. Guilbeault recently allegedly said that Ottawa should not be Read More
Tourism Lethbridge recently announced the launch of an innovative national tourism initiative aimed at bolstering the tourism industry in Southern Alberta. It is called “The Sustainable Journeys Prairies to Pacific Corridor,” and is made possible Read More
A bus with Southland Transportation was involved in a collision early Wednesday morning in Lethbridge. Officials with the school division say the incident occurred at 8:24 a.m. at the intersection of 10th Avenue South and Read More
In Canada, the demand for housing has been outpacing the available supply, leaving numerous potential home buyers in search of alternatives. Living in a motorhome has become increasingly popular, particularly among younger generations. Cost plays Read More
If you had to call a tow truck today you weren’t alone. The fresh snowfall wreaked havoc on our roads. The Alberta Motor Association says their call volume across the province was sitting at Read More
Lethbridge Family Services is launching an innovative Christmas-themed campaign called Suitcases for Kids. The objective of this initiative is to provide essential support for foster children during transitions between homes, as a suitcase often becomes Read More
More than 40 city projects were on display at the ENMAX Centre on Monday afternoon. The City of Lethbridge hosted a Community Conversation event for locals to give feedback and learn about the things happening in Read More
The days of clean dry roads might be a thing of the past for the next little while and many of us have already completed our seasonal tire swaps. While some save money twice a Read More
Lethbridge was hit by a winter wonderland across much of Southwestern Alberta on Tuesday. Snow crews have been working around the clock since last night following the recent snowfall the city received. Crews have been Read More
As Albertans brace themselves for a visit from Old Man Winter, tire service shops are dealing with an influx of people in a panic to get their vehicles outfitted with winter tires. Simon Hendriks of Read More
Recent News
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Lethbridge Correctional Centre receives Blackfoot name
A traditional Blackfoot name has been given to Lethbridge’s correctional facility. BCN’s Naveen Day has the details.
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Wellness wander marks Mental Health Awareness week
Mental Health Awareness Week is being recognized from May 4 to 10. In Lethbridge, the Canadian Mental Health Association is...
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Qualicare Home-Care Lethbridge marks opening with Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony
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...
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60 regional charity organizations receive $589,080 in grants
Numerous grants were handed out to charitable organizations across the region on Thursday. The Community Foundation of Lethbridge and southern...
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2026 Whoop-Up-Days announced as organizer honoured with Blackfoot-name
One of the most anticipated celebrations of the year is just around the corner. The 2026 Whoop-Up Days has...
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2026 Whoop-Up-Days announced as organizer honoured with Blackfoot-name
One of the most anticipated celebrations of the year is just around the corner. The 2026 Whoop-Up Days has...
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City of Lethbridge introduces 24/7 digital helper
It’s always good to get help and take advantage of this digital age. Knowing that, the City of Lethbridge has...
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Emergency Preparedness Week highlights community readiness
This is Emergency Preparedness Week across Canada. The City and Lethbridge County are reminding residents of the importance of being...
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SACPA discusses coal mining debate in the Eastern-Slopes
The recent provincial government move to support new coal projects continues drawn the community’s attention. Today, at the Southern Alberta...
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Giving Machine to allocated over $146,000 to local Charities
The Giving Machine collected over 146-thousand dollars for its 2025 campaign in support of five local charities. Time has flown by — it feels like just yesterday...
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