Following the first week of back to classes, Lethbridge Transit says they are happy to see transit ridership numbers up. Officials say the amount of riders has increased by more than 50 per cent. Tim Sanderson, the General Manager for Lethbridge Transit, says they suspect the high numbers are due to everyone coming back following […]Read More
Students at the University of Lethbridge will be back to class next week following a unique two-year learning experience due to the pandemic. Some faculty say student health and well-being is at the forefront of concerns. An associate professor with the university, Dawn McBride, says anxiety is one of their top concerns. “Anxiety seems really […]Read More
The students and staff at Lethbridge Christian School finally have some new space to take advantage of thanks to the completion of renovations. As BCN’s Angela Stewart explains, the renos came way under budget and the school hopes to continue to expand moving forward. Read More
St. Patrick Fine Arts Elementary School held a tipi celebration for the students to learn all about indigenous culture and reflect on their families and values. The students were tasked with creating their own tipis with a story drawn on it. An official with the Holy Spirit Catholic School Division says he is happy to […]Read More
A two-day Stone Pipe celebration took place this weekend at Lethbridge College. It included a drumming and singing contest along with several other events. Stone Pipe days are a chance to recognize indigenous culture within our community. BCN’s Angela Stewart chatted with one attendee who explained why the event was extra special for him.Read More
A group of parents, students and community members are voicing their concerns that a middle school known for its arts programs could be cutting a very traditional one. As BCN’s Jeannette Rocher explains this could have a far reaching impact here in our community.Read More
Paid parking at the ENMAX Centre is a go, however the decision to implement parking meters at the arena is causing some major disappointment for not only the Lethbridge Hurricanes but also for Lethbridge College students. As BCN’s Angela Stewart explains, community groups say they are disappointed. Read More
Grade 9 and 10 students from First Nations, Metis, and Inuit communities within the Holy Spirit Catholic School Division had an opportunity to learn more about some of the services offered when they enter high school. As BCN’s Angela Stewart explains, Tuesday’s event was all about encouragement for the students and their transition.Read More
There is a need for plasma donations and a program for post-secondary students through the Canadian Blood Services hopes to be able to just do that. The first-ever plasma bursary program offers students a chance to win up to $3000 for their education if they can bring in donations while also raising awareness. Brenna Scott […]Read More
A group of female students in Grades 10 -12 learned what a career in the trades would look like during a three-day camp hosted by CAREERS. The students had a chance to hear from industry experts and even got hands-on experiences in carpentry, electrical, metal and piping. An official with CAREERS says it’s important to […]Read More
Graduates of the University of Lethbridge will be able to walk the stage once again in June for spring convocation after the COVID-19 pandemic forced the last two ceremonies to run virtually. An official with the university says past graduates who couldn’t attend in-person ceremonies because of COVID, will be invited to walk the stage […]Read More
Following the release of the new draft curriculum for students in Kindergarten to Grade 6, the education critic for Alberta’s official opposition says the draft is sorely lacking. Sarah Hoffman says the curriculum will not be successful in the end and the UCP government is setting kids up to fail. “I think that it’s been […]Read More
It was a packed gymnasium at Dr. Gerald B. Probe Elementary School as a group of students oversaw a couple of assemblies, teaching about Green Shirt Day and the importance of organ donation. As Angela Stewart explains, the Boulet family says they hope the conversation about organ donation continues past the classroom. 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
Students at an elementary school in our city are the first to get their hands on some new Outdoor Adventure Kits created by the Helen Schuler Nature Centre. As BCN’s Angela Stewart explains, the kits are meant to help support more outdoor learning among students. Read More
Thanks to the help of some Lethbridge College students through this year’s Tecconnect Challenge, a local mustard producer now has some tips to help grow his business. Six teams of students in the Multimedia Production and Digital Communications Media programs were asked to create new solutions to help an entrepreneur grow their business. Tanya Weder […]Read More
Students from the Piikani Nation had the chance Wednesday afternoon to learn all about what Lethbridge College’s Wind Turbine Technician program has to offer. As Angela Stewart explains, a prospective student who attended says, once he joins the program, he hopes to become a good example for other people on his reserve.Read More
If you are thinking about furthering your post-secondary career Lethbridge College will be hosting an in-person and virtual Open House this weekend. You will be able to learn about all the different programs, take a tour of the campus and even learn about housing options if you would be coming to school from out of […]Read More
Students at the Lethbridge Collegiate Institute Arts Academy of Dance are making a comeback this year with a new show set to be performed next week at the Yates Memorial Theatre. As Angela Stewart explains, the students are excited to perform live once again after COVID-19 forced last year’s performance to be virtual. Read More
The strike at the University of Lethbridge by the U of L Faculty Association has entered its second week. Negotiations have stalled and each party is no closer to a deal. As Micah Quinn explains, this strike has not just impacted staff but also students in a big way.Read More
Members of the University of Lethbridge Faculty Association have been on strike for almost a week now and those who are protesting, say not much has changed in terms of getting their message across. One of the protesters says they haven’t received many answers from the U of L’s Board of Governors. “There has been […]Read More
Students from the University of Lethbridge have been outspoken as of late regarding the strike by faculty at the U of L. They have been showing their support for their teachers. As Micah Quinn explains, students also say they have felt threatened during the strike.Read More
The province’s decision to end the mask mandate for students in kindergarten to Grade 12 has some parents feeling uneasy about sending their child to school while others say they are happy the mandate has been lifted. BCN’s Angela Stewart has more from some Lethbridge parents. Read More
Students from the University of Lethbridge are planning a student led protest this weekend to stand in solidarity for the university’s faculty. The group has been without a contract for over 500 days and there is a possibility that a strike or lockout could happen. Rebecca Roy, a student at the UofL explains why they […]Read More
Students from a Lethbridge school have been quite busy this past week. The children are writing words of encouragement and putting them onto blankets to be distributed to our city’s less fortunate. As Micah Quinn explains, this movement is called Blankets of Hope, and it was started by two men from Brooklyn, New York.Read More
The Alberta Teachers Association is speaking out following the province’s decision to delay the start of in person classes for students and teachers coming back from the winter break. ATA President Jason Schilling says they were not spoken to before the decision was made. With the return of students expected on January 10th, proper health […]Read More
As you have heard on Bridge City News there was a recent peaceful demonstration at the University of Lethbridge by those concerned that the Lethbridge Faculty Association still does not have a contract with the university. President of the ULFA, Dan O’Donnell, says not having a new contract for such a long period of time […]Read More
Gideon’s International has been putting bibles in hotel rooms around the world for over 100 years. The group has also been handing out little new testament bibles to students in Grade 5. I asked Dr. Al Anderson with Gideons which is now known as ShareWord Global in Canada why they chose Grade 5 for handing […]Read More
Students learning from home and at school are set to receive some much needed equipment. The Evangelical Free Church of Lethbridge has donated 40 chromebooks to the Lethbridge School Division. As Micah Quinn explains, six schools within the division were given these much needed gifts. The six schools include, Winston Churchill High School and Wilson […]Read More
Premier Jason Kenney says with more vaccines coming in, Alberta is expanding the vaccination rollout to further protect schools and child-care facilities. More than 52,000 teachers, 29,000 support staff and 24,000 child care workers are eligible to be vaccinated. The Lethbridge School Division says this news by the province is a huge relief.Read More
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