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Lethbridge Fire and Emergency Services responded to two unrelated fires this past weekend. 

As Canada marked National Housing Day this past weekend, Lethbridge received high praise for its local housing efforts. The recognition follows Lethbridge’s 2024 Housing Needs Assessment (HNA).

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Heavy Industrial District.

Manufacturing, Intensive.

Waiver: off-street parking spaces.

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Low Density Residential District

Existing single detached dwelling.

Compliance waiver.

Lethbridge Fire and Emergency Services responded to a residential structure fire in the 1600 block of 21 Street South at approximately 7:45 a.m. on Friday, November 21. 

I am so very pleased to be back writing my monthly column. And that is thanks to the wonderful residents of Lethbridge who, through the 2025 Municipal Election in October, gave me the opportunity to serve for another four years as your Mayor. 

Have a great idea for an event or program to boost vibrancy in the Downtown? The 2026 Re-Imagine Downtown Activation Grant program is now open for applications, with $120,000 in funding available for successful applicants.

Starting at 9 a.m. Thursday, November 20, the south lane of westbound Whoop-Up Drive will start taking traffic while continuing repairs will temporarily close the middle westbound lane. This is the latest stage of the major repairs – which remain on schedule – under the Whoop-Up Drive bridge.

The City of Lethbridge’s Planning staff have analyzed London Road neighbourhood trends and put together proposed changes. Now, we want your feedback. 

The River Valley Fire Ban in Lethbridge has been lifted, effective immediately. Recent changes in weather conditions, including higher humidity levels, have reduced the fire risk in this area.