Arts and Culture
Judges have high praise for Nikka Yuko gardens Judges for the 31st Annual Communities in Bloom toured the Nikka Yuko Japanese Gardens and were impressed by stores and atmosphere of the Garden. Nikka Yuko is entered in the National Special Attractions category. (Lethbridge Herald)
Cemetery tours offer new insight into city’s history The Lethbridge Historical Society is offering a Summer Tour Series featuring different locations around the city, including Mountainview Cemetery. The tours showcase local history and highlight the stories of local residents. (Lethbridge Herald)
Lethbridge Electronic Music Festival will return to Galt Gardens in August After a three year hiatus, the Lethbridge Electronic Music Festival is returning this summer. (CTV)
Community Issues:
Make your voice count: Community Satisfaction Survey now open The City of Lethbridge is looking for feedback from residents on the City’s programs and services. The online survey is open until August 15. (City of Lethbridge)
Former hotel site helping unhoused transition to new homes The Lethbridge Housing Authority has purchased the Superlodge Hotel for use as transitional housing. The site will house 30 residents to start. (Lethbridge Herald)
Lethbridge lost 2 doctors since September The number of doctors in Lethbridge has recovered slightly since 2022, however, population increases mean that the number of doctors per capita in Lethbridge has declined since 2019. (Alberta Worker)
Economy:
Housing starts up in city and across Alberta In the first half of 2025, housing starts in Alberta have increased by 30% compared to 2024. In Lethbridge, housing starts are up by 26%. (Lethbridge Herald)
Lethbridge, southern Alberta seeing boost from domestic tourism Tourism Lethbridge is seeing strong tourism numbers in Lethbridge due to domestic travellers. (CTV)
Environment:Keeping Henderson Lake healthy Staff from Lethbridge Polytechnic have partnered with the City of Lethbridge to monitor water quality in Henderson Lake and make recommendations about managing water health. (City of Lethbridge)
