Reconciliation Week is underway in Lethbridge. (Photo: Lethbridge News Now)

By David Opinko

Reconciliation Week underway in Lethbridge

Sep 22, 2025 | 12:59 PM

The City of Lethbridge and University of Lethbridge have began their week-long celebration of Indigenous peoples and culture.

Reconciliation Week started with the opening ceremonies at city hall on Monday, Sept. 22.

Indigenous Colouring & Activity Book

As part of the week’s events, the City of Lethbridge is putting together an Indigenous Colouring and Activity Book to celebrate the vibrant cultures, languages and traditions of Indigenous Peoples. We’re inviting submissions from artists, educators, language keepers and community members of all backgrounds. Contributions can include original illustrations, puzzles or activities – bonus points for including Indigenous word translations!

Selected submissions will receive a $100 honorarium. The book is non-commercial and will be used for educational purposes only. Deadline to submit is October 31, 2025. Send your ideas to: Indigenousrelations@lethbridge.ca.

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Indigenous Music Festival

Festival Square will host the first-ever Lethbridge Indigenous Music Festival on Saturday, September 27, from 2 – 7 p.m. There will be artisan vendors and food trucks, and enjoy live performances from:

• Summer Ends
• Willy Big Bull
• Rudy Strangling Wolf
• Double Rider

Interested in being a vendor? Reach out to Indigenousrelations@lethbridge.ca.

Give it a Try

On Orange Shirt Day, Tuesday, September 30, head to Legacy Park from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. for Give it a Try, hosted by the Lethbridge Sport Council. This free, family-friendly event celebrates the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation through movement, play and connection. Activities include:

• Lacrosse
• Roller hockey
• Fitness with Good Movement
• Skateboarding
• Free play

Lunch is provided and all ages are welcome. Families are especially encouraged to join in. Visit the Lethbridge Sport Council website for details and registration.

Community Events

The Lethbridge Public Library is hosting the third annual Truth and Reconciliation Day Walk on Sunday, September 28 from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

The Galt Museum & Archives will also be hosting events, including an Indigenous Fashion Show on Sunday, September 28 from 4 – 9 p.m. Check out the full lineup on the Galt’s Calendar of Events.

To see the full list of events and activities, head to the Reconciliation Lethbridge Facebook page.

The City of Lethbridge will observe National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on Tuesday, September 30, and will follow statutory holiday hours of operation.

The full list of events hosted by the University of Lethbridge can be found on ULethbridge.ca