As the temperature drops outside, a couple of non-for-profits in our city say they are seeing more people are using their services. Bill Ginther with the Lethbridge Soup Kitchen believes the increase is due to the encampment situation right now. “This morning for an example, we served breakfast at seven and we had 147 people, […]Read More
Bill Ginther, the Executive Director of the Lethbridge Soup Kitchen believes the new homeless initiative from the province won’t do much as he says he hasn’t seen much action from the province or city. Ginther believes a better alternative would be to implement a long-term housing solution, especially during the winter months. “We can solve […]Read More
This week’s forecast is calling for lots of heat with temperatures expected to rise into the 30s. That heat can pose risks for heat-related illness. The city says their biggest concern is those who don’t have access to an appropriate shelter where there is air conditioning. “People with underlying health ailments can be affected adversely […]Read More
Many of the most vulnerable in Lethbridge have set up tent encampments outside of two downtown facilities because of the lack of city housing support. As BCN’s Angela Stewart explains this is putting a strain on the facilities and some of the vulnerable say they would like to see more support from city officials. Read More
The head of the Lethbridge Soup Kitchen says the city is not doing enough to protect our vulnerable population. Bill Ginther says when the city shot down the Mustard Seed’s proposal of a safe sober shelter, it put more people at risk. Last year Lethbridge city council voted 7-2 to not move forward with the […]Read More
Serving those in need is a huge passion for those who work and volunteer their time at the Lethbridge Soup Kitchen. The nonprofit serves over 7,000 meals to the homeless in our city every month and three meals are provided each day except for Sunday. Bill Ginther, the Executive Director of the kitchen, says one […]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
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
On August 24th, Lethbridge City Council will hold a public hearing on Bylaw 6275, which is the Railway Relocation Lands Area Development Plan. The main goal of the bylaw is to remove a land parcel at 802 2A Avenue North, which is the current spot of the Alpha House in our city. This will allow […]Read More
Sweltering temperatures in the mid to high 30s are expected to keep coming for our city as we head into next week. The City of Lethbridge and other local organizations are offering up help and tips to those who need assistance keeping cool during the hot weather. Micah Quinn has the details.Read More
Southern Alberta is currently in the middle of a heat wave that is bringing above normal temperatures to most of the province. Along with the heat, comes dangers for people out in the sun without the proper protection including Lethbridge’s vulnerable population. Bill Ginther, Executive Director of the Lethbridge Soup Kitchen, says they are taking […]Read More
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