Lethbridge Fire and Emergency Services (LFES) is proud to announce a new partnership with Red Deer Polytechnic (RDP) to offer third-party testing of the Firefighter Applicant Physical Test (FAPT). The FAPT is a key requirement for joining LFES. This initiative reduces barriers for prospective applicants by offering more accessible testing options, enhancing the department’s recruitment process.  

City Council approved the redistribution of unused grant funding today to give registered non-profit organizations in Lethbridge the financial support to make a difference in the community.

The City of Lethbridge has opened a call for proposals to support projects that address identified gaps in the city, specifically focusing on preventing and reducing homelessness.

Highlights from Lethbridge City Council's regular meeting on December 10 and December 12, 2024.

After lengthy discussions and evaluating multiple options, City Council has decided to use both contingency funding and surplus dollars from the current budget to support the operations of Lethbridge & District Exhibition (LDE).

Today, Mayor Blaine Hyggen presented Cardiologist, Dr. Sayeh Zielke with a Key to the City in recognition of her tireless work to improve and advance cardiac care in southern Alberta.

Starting April 1 next year, residents will see a reduction in their curbside recycling collection fees. No fooling!

The Parks & Cemeteries team is thrilled to announce a formal partnership with the Lethbridge Trail Alliance. It marks a significant milestone in ongoing efforts to improve the River Valley Trail Network.

Some of the brightest minds and ideas in Lethbridge were on full display today as post-secondary students presented their community-focused projects at the City Scholars Student Symposium.

Lethbridge Fire and Emergency Services (LFES) has found a practical way to keep its ambulance fleet running smoothly. By remounting ambulance boxes onto new chassis, the department has saved money, reduced waste and added reliable vehicles to its fleet in a quicker fashion. 

LFES has completed its first two remounts and plans to remount five more ambulances by the end of 2026.