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First responders save lives every day. Now they’re giving back through plasma donation. Lethbridge Fire and Emergency Services and Lethbridge Police Service are joining Canadian Blood Services in the national Sirens for Life campaign, a partnership that brings together first responders across Canada to save lives through blood and plasma donation. 

Lethbridge residents wanting to make a difference in their community are encouraged to apply to be on one of City Council’s Boards, Commissions and Committees (BCCs). A recruitment campaign for a variety of positions is now underway and applications will be open until October 24 – to coincide with the 2025 Municipal Election.

To celebrate World Gratitude Day on September 21, the City of Lethbridge is starting a new campaign called “Gratitude in Play.” This campaign says thank you to people who help make sports and recreation better.

Chair of the Agenda Review Committee of the City of Lethbridge, Mayor Hyggen, has provided notice that the Economic and Finance Standing Policy Committee Meeting previously scheduled for 1:30 P.M. on September 11, 2025, has been rescheduled to begin at 12:30 P.M. in the Council Chamber, City Hall, City of Lethbridge.

Chair of the Agenda Review Committee of the City of Lethbridge, Mayor Hyggen, has provided notice that the City Council Meeting previously scheduled for 9:00 A.M. on September 16, 2025, has been rescheduled to begin at 12:30 P.M. in the Council Chamber, City Hall, City of Lethbridge.

The Crowsnest Trail Pathway will run from Mayor Magrath Drive South, near the intersection of 4th Avenue South, along the south side of the Crowsnest Trail (Hwy 3), and into the WT Hill Business Park area. Construction is expected to begin this week, and continue until late fall, and resume in spring of 2026. 

Lethbridge Fire and Emergency Services responded to a garage and vehicle fire on Sunday, August 31, after receiving multiple 9-1-1 calls at approximately 12 p.m. When crews arrived in the alley behind the 300 block of 19 Street North, they found heavy smoke and active flames. 

Safety and traffic flow remain the focus as the Whoop-Up Drive bridge rehabilitation project continues.

While sunny weather is still beaming down on us, the City of Lethbridge is getting ready for winter operations and asking snow route residents to prepare. Households who need Windrow Assistance Service are advised to call 311 before Friday, October 10 to sign up or renew subscription. 

Monday, September 1 is Labour Day. The City of Lethbridge will have service level changes.