Aquatic invasive species (AIS) are non-native aquatic animals, plants or insects that have been brought from other places into Alberta’s lakes, ponds and waterways.

As a city in the heart of the prairies, trees are not naturally occurring, apart from Cottonwoods in the River Valley. Through continuous education, care and dedicated management, Lethbridge has an urban forest we are very proud of. Lethbridge has an impressive tree canopy with over 47,000 public trees in parks and open spaces and at lease the same number of private trees.

Lethbridge residents will soon have a new multi-use outdoor court to promote active living and community sport participation. Lethbridge City Council on Tuesday voted unanimously to amend the 2022-2031 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) project D-23 Outdoor Sports Court

Parks and public spaces bring people together, attract people to downtown cores and provide opportunities for residents and visitors to benefit from nearby local businesses and attractions. When it opens later this year, the new Galt Gardens Inclusive and Accessible Play Space will also address a notable gap in recreation and play opportunities within a 10-minute walking distance of Downtown Lethbridge. Construction will begin soon, with fencing set to be put up in early June.

Beginning today, construction will start on six new pickleball courts at Legacy Park. The work will have some impact to park users.

As the vibrant colors of spring begin to blossom, we begin some of our playground and park construction projects throughout the city.

Warm spring days are giving us a sneak preview of the summer months ahead. Beginning Friday at 10 a.m., the City’s three spray parks will be open.  

Dog owners and their four-legged friends who visit the Park ‘n’ Bark will soon have toys, agility equipment and shade structures to enjoy.

On Mother’s Day, the City of Lethbridge Parks & Cemeteries team try to help honour the memory of loved ones by providing a free rose to visitors.

In preparation for Dog Waste Awareness Month in June, we are holding two dog park cleanups May 23 and 25.