The Watch celebrates five years of service in Lethbridge

Since then, the LPS says The Watch has assisted in nearly 32,000 events, with the majority of those being public service calls including wellness checks, safe walks, arranging transport for vulnerable people, facilitating needle pick-ups and the deployment of Narcan to overdose victims. Over the last five years, that translates to almost 19,000 volunteer hours.

Officials note there are currently 17 volunteers in the program, five full-time team leads and three casual team leads.

To celebrate the anniversary, The Watch hosted a barbecue at Galt Gardens on Thursday.

Burgers, chips and pop were served during a barbecue marking the five-year anniversary of The Watch at Galt Gardens, May 30, 2024. (Photo: LNN)

Program manager Shane Kisinger is the fourth manager in the initiative’s history, having been with the group since January 3, 2023. He joined after retiring as an LPS officer.

He says it is satisfying to see the program achieve the five-year milestone and he is happy to help lead a strong group of volunteers.

Kisinger says The Watch is currently recruiting new volunteers. Those interested in getting involved can find more information at the LPS website.

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by Justin Goulet

The Watch celebrates five years of service in Lethbridge

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