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When emergencies force people from their homes, a coordinated and compassionate response can make all the difference. 

As part of Emergency Preparedness Week, the City of Lethbridge is highlighting the ongoing work of its Emergency Social Services (ESS) team and encouraging residents to learn how they can get involved. 

It’s back! The Big Truck Petting Zoo takes place Saturday, May 23, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., at the Lethbridge Public Library Crossings Branch. Attendance is free and open for all ages.

Exciting changes are coming to Cougar and Lafayette Parks! Both playgrounds are getting major upgrades in time for summer.

Lethbridge is kicking off its fourth annual Dog Waste Awareness Month to promote cleaner public spaces.

Understanding the magnitude of a decision that could impact the City’s Emergency Medical Services (EMS), City Council will have further discussions regarding the Province’s new EMS costing model.

Emergency Preparedness Week runs from May 3 to 9, and the City of Lethbridge is encouraging residents to take simple steps to be ready for emergencies. 

This year’s campaign combines the national message, “Be Prepared. Know your Risks,” with Alberta’s theme, “In It Together.” The focus is clear: prepared households and connected neighbours create a stronger, more resilient community. 

Blaine Hyggen, Mayor of the City of Lethbridge, has provided notice that a Special Closed Meeting of City Council will be held at 1:30 P.M. on May 5, 2026, in the Council Chamber, City Hall, City of Lethbridge, with the following item on the Agenda: 

EHS Ground Ambulance Service Agreement Update (ATIA Sections 19, 26, 28, 29,
and 32)

With warmer weather rolling in, the City of Lethbridge is reminding residents to roll out their curbside green carts every week for pick-up. 

Weekly collection resumes next week, May 5.

Travel to west Lethbridge may be slightly delayed by alternating lane closures on westbound Whoop-Up Drive early next week.

The city has introduced a new webpage that posts daily sports field status updates, replacing the old phone line. All fields open or close together based on weather and safety conditions.