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Lethbridge and Area

Civic Plaza, Coaldale's 'community living room', now open
Residents in Coaldale now have a new place to gather year-round.Mayor Jack Van Rijn was at Friday's grand opening ceremony for Civic Plaza, saying he has been eagerly awaiting this day for more than one year."Civic Plaza is more than just a public square-it's a place where neighbors can meet, families can gather, ...
22h ago
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HEALTH CARE
Alberta's free mental health college initiative expanding to Medicine Hat
An Alberta program offering free mental health care courses is set to expand to Medicine Hat.Medicine Hat Family Service, in partnership with the Alberta division of the Canadian Mental Health Association and the Centre for Suicide Prevention, will formally open the Medicine Hat Recovery College on March 4. The courses...
23h ago
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Southern Alberta groups among 19 to receive anti-human trafficking funds
The Government of Alberta has announced funding for 19 organizations working to stop human trafficking and empower survivors.A total of $5.5 million will go to the organizations as the province says it recognizes the need to address human trafficking and provide supports for those who have been victimized.Public Safety...
23h ago
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Website highlights Product of Canada goods
A recent push to buy domestic products has one website in the spotlight.Marnie Scott is the President of CanadianCoolFoods.com, a non-profit, non-commercial listing of Canadian foods.She started the website nearly a decade ago when doing economic development work for the Government of Canada, realizing that there did n...
Feb 21, 2025
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New West Theatre
Story by New West Theatre
Matching Donations until December 31, 2024 - Up to the first $8,000! With Giving Tuesday just around the corner, it’s the perfect time to double your impact! Thanks to our three amazing supporters, every donation made until December 31 will be matched, up to $8,000—meaning your gift can go twice as far in supporting local theatre. We’re so grateful to everyone who has already contributed and helped us make a difference this season! With a recent strike notice from the Canadian Union of Postal Workers, there may be some disruptions to mail services. Usually, we'd send our holiday appeal by post, but this year, we're reaching out online so you won’t miss out on the ways you can make a difference. Whether it’s a one-time gift or joining as a monthly donor, here are some simple ways to give this season: Online: Donate through our website https://www.newwesttheatre.com/?form=donations anytime—it’s quick and secure. Canada Helps: Want to donate securities? Canada Helps makes it easy. Just select New West Theatre when you donate! https://www.canadahelps.org/en/ Mail: While there may be delays, you can still mail a donation to us: New West Theatre Suite 111, 210A - 12A St N Lethbridge AB T1H 2J1 Phone: Give us a call at (403) 381-9378 —we’re here to help with any donation questions. E-Transfer: Send an e-transfer to finance@newwesttheatre.com and just add “Donation” in the notes section. In Person: Drop by in person at our office and say hello! Address: New West Theatre
3mo ago
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New West Theatre
Story by New West Theatre
📚❤️ We are overwhelmed with gratitude for our friends at Analog Books Inc.! Today, we received a generous donation from Analog Books, who have been steadfast supporters of the arts and our New West Theatre family. During the recent run of Misery, they dedicated 100% of their lobby book stand proceeds to us—a true act of community spirit and kindness. Thank you, Analog Books, for fueling our mission and helping us bring theatre and storytelling to life in Lethbridge. Your commitment means the world to us, and we’re beyond grateful for your incredible support! 🙏📚❤️ We are overwhelmed with gratitude for our friends at Analog Books Inc.! Today, we received a generous donation from Analog Books, who have been steadfast supporters of the arts and our New West Theatre family. During the recent run of Misery, they dedicated 100% of their lobby book stand proceeds to us—a true act of community spirit and kindness. Thank you, Analog Books, for fueling our mission and helping us bring theatre and storytelling to life in Lethbridge. Your commitment means the world to us, and we’re beyond grateful for your incredible support! 🙏📚❤️ We are overwhelmed with gratitude for our friends at Analog Books Inc.! Today, we received a generous donation from Analog Books, who have been steadfast supporters of the arts and our New West Theatre family. During the recent run of Misery, they dedicated 100% of their lobby book stand proceeds to us—a true act of community spirit and kindness. Thank you, Analog Books, for fueling our mission and helping us bring theatre and storytelling to life in Lethbridge. Your commitment means the world to us, and we’re beyond grateful for your incredible support! 🙏
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New West Theatre
Story by New West Theatre
Giving Thanks to Our Incredible Community This Thanksgiving Season! We extend a special thank you to: Our Patrons – Your unwavering support is the heartbeat of New West Theatre. Whether it’s cheering in the audience, sharing kind words, or encouraging your friends and family to join us, you bring our shows to life. Your enthusiasm reminds us of the power of live theatre and the impact it has on our community. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for standing by us, season after season. Our Donors – Your generosity goes far beyond financial support—it’s an investment in creativity, culture, and the future of the arts in Lethbridge. Each donation, no matter the size, makes a difference in the lives of our artists, our participants, and our audiences. You are the reason we can dream bigger and reach further with our productions and outreach programs. Thank you for believing in the transformative power of theatre. Our Volunteers – We are truly in awe of your dedication. You show up with passion, enthusiasm, and a willingness to lend a hand in every way imaginable. Whether it’s ushering guests, helping with productions, or supporting our education programs, your efforts are invaluable, and we are endlessly grateful for your selflessness. Our Sponsors – Your support is vital to our mission. Through your partnerships, we are able to continue bringing high-quality, inspiring theatre to Lethbridge. Your commitment to the arts helps us nurture talent, foster creativity, and build a stronger, more connected community. Thank you for standing by us and helping us grow. Our Artists – To the talented performers, designers, directors, and crew members who pour their hearts into every project, we are endlessly grateful. Your creativity, passion, and hard work are the foundation of everything we do. It is your talent that makes New West Theatre the magical, vibrant space it is, and we are so fortunate to have you as part of our family. Thank you for the unforgettable stories you bring to life, and for the joy you inspire in our audiences. Our Community Organizations – We are so proud to work alongside you in delivering programs that make a real difference in Lethbridge. From our education initiatives to our outreach programs, the work we do together changes lives. This is why we do what we do. It’s the community, it’s the connection, and it’s the powerful stories we’re honored to share with you all.
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Alberta

Centre to End Trafficking in Persons opens in Calgary
The new Alberta Centre to End Trafficking in Persons (the Alberta Centre) opened in Calgary on Friday.The centre is the cornerstone recommendation of 'The Reading Stone,' a report released by the Alberta Human Trafficking Task Force.This is a community-led initiative in partnership with the Government of Alberta, with ...
19h ago
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Alberta surgical company's fees double public costs, according to AHS documents
EDMONTON - A private surgical company at the heart of allegations the Alberta government interfered to secure overpriced medical contracts was billing taxpayers more than twice as much per procedure than it would cost in a public hospital, according to Alberta Health Services documents. An internal chart included in an...
19h ago
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2022 ACTION PLAN
Alberta shares anti-racism efforts outlined in second annual report
Alberta Immigration and Multiculturalism has released its second annual report, which highlights government actions taken over the past year to combat racism, celebrate diversity and advance the implementation of recommendations outlined in Alberta's Anti-Racism Action Plan. Launched in 2022, the plan included 28 recom...
20h ago
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Agriculture
Nine beef research projects to share $6 million in funding
Results Driver Agriculture Research, Alberta Beef Producers and the Beef Cattle Research Council say that $6 million will go into beef research projects in Alberta. Nine projects will get funding. The list includes $2.1 million to expand disease surveillance work done in feedlots, $1.1 million to study how trace minera...
23h ago
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Canada

Liberal leadership candidates divided on question of cuts to public service
OTTAWA - Liberal leadership candidates have contrasting plans for Canada's federal public service - with presumed front-runner Mark Carney taking the most aggressive stance so far. Carney recently vowed to cap the size of the public service and rein in government spending. While he hasn't said where this cap would be s...
1h ago
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Freeland promises to consult Canadians on alternatives to consumer carbon pricing
OTTAWA - Liberal leadership contender Chrystia Freeland vows to scrap Canada's consumer carbon pricing regime in favour of alternatives to be developed through wide-ranging consultations. In a policy statement on climate action, Freeland also says she is committed to meeting Canada's climate targets by reducing polluti...
2h ago
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'Absurd and surreal': Ukrainians in Alberta town hurt by Trump's comments on war
VEGREVILLE, Alta. - Yuliia Kalutska doesn't have the will to talk about plans for her future. She says it's because of rebukes this week of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy by U.S. President Donald Trump. Trump called the European leader a "dictator" and blamed Ukraine for starting the war. "It's ...
6h ago
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Canadian fans irked by Wayne Gretzky's affiliations with Trump amid tensions
The Canadian hockey legend known as "The Great One" is facing heightened criticism over his political affiliations as tensions between Canada and the U.S. continue to fester. President Donald Trump has repeatedly expressed a desire to make Canada the "51st state" of the U.S., prompting mass criticis...
6h ago
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Operation snowfall: A look at how Montreal is cleaning up after back-to-back storms
MONTREAL - In Montreal's southwest, by the Lachine Canal, trucks come and go like clockwork, dumping loads of snow as blowers the size of tanks send it cascading in the air onto a 10-storey-high bank. Known as the Angrignon snow depot, it is one of 10 sites across Montreal storing the record-breaking snowfall that hit ...
8h ago
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Half of Canadians and Americans think their countries are in a recession now: poll
OTTAWA - As Canada stares down U.S. President Donald Trump's repeated threats of devastating tariffs, roughly half of Canadians and Americans believe their countries are in an economic recession right now, a new poll suggests. The results of the Leger survey - which polled both Canadians and Americans - suggest that Ca...
8h ago
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