LSCO, Allied Arts Council partner on woodshop technician program

Apr 15, 2026 | 1:59 PM

The Lethbridge Senior Citizens Organization (LSCO) and the Allied Arts Council of Lethbridge have launched a shared workshop technician position to support access, safety, and maintenance across two woodshops in the city.

LSCO says the position is partially supported by a $30,550 grant from the Government of Alberta through its Community Initiatives Program.

Megan Rourke has been hired as the woodshop technician and is set to work across the Wesco Woodshop at LSCO and the Casa Woodshop.

Officials with the organizations say the role will include equipment maintenance, inspections, orientations, workshop support and development of procedures and documentation.

“This is a great example of what can happen when organizations in Lethbridge work together to share resources in a thoughtful, cost-effective, and efficient way,” said Steven Foord, executive director of the Allied Arts Council of Lethbridge.

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Both organizations add that the position is a shared resource between them.

“I’m so proud of this shared initiative between the Casa and the LSCO,” said Kaitlynn Weaver, executive director of the Lethbridge Senior Citizens Organization.

“One of the best ways for non-profits to support one another is by sharing resources.”

LSCO said its woodshop was recently upgraded with support from Westco Construction, and the addition of the technician is expected to support sustainability.

The program is now underway, with expanded orientations, workshops, and improved shop access expected throughout 2026.

by Haven Thibert

LSCO, Allied Arts Council partner on woodshop technician program

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