Lethbridge Guide

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ALBERTA BIRDS OF PREY CENTRE Experience the wildlife and wetlands of the Alberta prairies.

Watch our daily flying shows (weather permitting)

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May 10 - September 10 • 9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

www.burrowingowl.com 403-345-4262 • Located in Coaldale (only 10 minutes east of Lethbridge)

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Fun Facts about Lethbridge...........................4 - 5 The High Level Bridge.......................................6 - 7 Major Events.........................................................8 - 11 Downtown Lethbridge.....................................12 - 13 Sourthwest Alberta Awards............................14 Attractions............................................................15 - 19 Entertainment.....................................................20 Recreation & Sports...........................................21 Lethbridge Map..................................................22 - 23 Chinook Country Tourist Association..........24 Recreation and Sports Facilities....................25 City Parks...............................................................26 - 29 A great place to learn........................................30 A great place to live...........................................31 Travel Information..............................................32 - 35 Lethbridge Directory........................................36 - 37 Southern Alberta Art Gallery Feature.........38 Featured Advertisers.........................................39 Tour Southern Alberta .....................................40 - 41 Lethbridge Bulls..................................................42 - 43

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FUN FACTS ABOUT

LETHBRIDGE! Tag your experiences on Twitter @ChinookCountry

POPULATION IS

94,800

NO PROVINCIAL SALES TAX.

THERE ARE TWO UNESCO HERITAGE SITES WITHIN 90 MINUTES OF LETHBRIDGE: WATERTON LAKES NATIONAL PARK AND HEAD SMASHED-IN BUFFALO JUMP.

IN 2015 THE UNIVERSITY OF LETHBRIDGE WAS RANKED THIRD OVERALL BY MACLEAN’S MAGAZINE.

32 LANGUAGES ARE SPOKEN IN LETHBRIDGE. WARM WESTERLY CHINOOK WINDS

GIVE LETHBRIDGE SOME OF THE MOST MODERATE WINTERS IN WESTERN CANADA.

OUR CITY ENJOYS 320 DAYS OF SUNSHINE EACH YEAR

Lethbridge has over 100 parks and natural areas and over 140 km of walking trails.

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LETHBRIDGE HAD ITS BEGINNINGS WITH THE NOTORIOUS WHISKY TRADE.

TOP

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LETHBRIDGE IS HOME TO AT LEAST FIVE OF CANADA’S “TOP 50 BEST” COMPANIES.

ONE TOP RANKED OF THE TOP 25

25

COMMUNITIES FOR BUSINESS IN WESTERN CANADA.

THE FAMOUS HIGH LEVEL BRIDGE IS LONGESTHIGHEST BRIDGE OF ITS TYPE IN THE WORLD. WHEN THE BRIDGE WAS COMPLETED IN 1909, IT WAS DESCRIBED AS ONE OF THE “WONDERS OF THE WORLD.” Tag your experiences on Facebook @ SouthwestAlberta

LETHBRIDGE DOWNTOWN PARKING STARTS AT 5 CENTS AND $8.00 FOR ALL DAY.

SOUTHERN ALBERTA IS POISED TO QUADRUPLE ITS EXISTING WIND GENERATION.

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PARADISE CANYON GOLF RESORT IS RANKED 60 OUT OF 1,800 IN CANADA RATED BY THE GOLF DIGEST.

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THE HIGH LEVEL

BRIDGE

The Lethbridge High Level Bridge, called a viaduct by Canadian Pacific Railway engineers, is the longest-highest bridge of its type in the world! When the Bridge was completed in 1909, it was described as one of the “wonders of the world.�

The High Level Bridge was built to replace 20 wooden bridges on the rail route between Lethbridge and Fort Macleod. When the old route was less than 10 years old, the lumber used in the wooden bridges had shrunk and many of the bolts, attaching plates and other structural materials had become loose. The wooden bridges had also been damaged by fire. The poor condition of the wooden bridges forced the railway to reduce trains to half their original lengths and have them travel at half speed (only 24 kilometres or 15 miles per hour). Westbound trains had to stop in Lethbridge, split into two parts, then travel at half speed along the weakened wooden bridges until they reached Fort Macleod where they were reassembled into a single train!

There were also other challenges with the old rail route between Lethbridge and Fort Macleod. The route dropped down to cross two river valleys, and trains had to pull their loads back up to prairie level after each drop. There were also a considerable number of curves on the line. Curves in rail lines increase the amount of wear to the rails and to the wheels of the rolling cars.

The old rail line between Lethbridge and Fort Macleod was not very profitable. However, the Canadian Pacific Railway (CPR) was building interconnecting spur lines throughout Southern Alberta to areas that had recently been opened to 6 exploresouthwestalberta.ca

homesteading - such as Vulcan, Carmangay, Nobleford and Barons. There were also large coal reserves to be tapped in Coalhurst, Diamond City, Shaughnessy and Picture Butte. The CPR wanted to service those profitable areas.

All of these factors resulted in the desire to build the High Level Bridge in Lethbridge.

Construction of the bridge took two years. It was designed and built by the Dominion Bridge Company of Walkerville, Ontario, who hired 100 men to work on the project. The quantities of materials required to build the bridge were massive! It took 17,090 cubic yards of concrete, 12,436 tons of steel, and 328,000 field rivets to fasten the steel together.

These materials made up approximately 900 carloads!

The new line between Lethbridge and Fort Macleod was 8 kilometres (5 miles) shorter, and took only one hour instead of two. The overall grade of the new line was reduced from 1.2% to 0.4%, which meant using less fuel on the trip. The new line saved 4.8 full circles of curvature in the tracks, easing wear on the rails and wheels.

In 2009, the High Level Bridge reached its 100th Anniversary.

To celebrate this momentous occasion, Lethbridge’s Del Allen and other interested parties worked with D.A. Electric Ltd. and the Canadian Pacific Railway to place lights on the bridge so that it could be lit up on special occasions for the viewing pleasure of Lethbridge residents and visitors.

The High Level Bridge has been a recognizable symbol for rail transportation in Southern Alberta for just over 100 years, and it will continue to serve this industry and provide inspiration for years to come.

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MAJOR EVENTS

June 15-18 Lethbridge Jazz Festival

This festival provides the public a chance to participate in many events throughout the community – free, ticketed, restaurant performances and more – all focusing on the sounds of jazz music. A full schedule can be found at www.lethbridgejazz.com

June 24-26 ATB Financial Lethbridge Rotary Dragon Boat Festival

Join dozens of dragon boat teams and hundreds of athletes – from amateur to pro – as they race across Henderson Lake all weekend long, in pursuit of the gold medal! Beer gardens, family activities, and many free events take place alongside this festival throughout Henderson Lake Park – there is something for everyone at this event. A list of activities can be found at www.lethbridgedragonfest.ca

July 6-10 Southern Alberta Summer Games

Lethbridge will be home to thousands of athletes from southern Alberta, competing in events as diverse as swimming and photography. These games exist to provide an opportunity for people to participate in a grassroots sports festival, and many sports have opportunities for people of all abilities and ages to compete. Watch www.southernalbertasummergames.com for all the details.

August 23-27 Whoop-Up Days Family Festival

Our annual summer celebration, Whoop-Up Days is a city-wide event with fun for the entire family including a parade, children’s activities, chuckwagon races, pro-rodeo, headline entertainment, a midway, and more! A parade winds through the downtown and into other areas of the city on the morning of the first day of this annual event. For parade route and more information see www.exhibitionpark.ca.

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MAJOR EVENTS

August 31 Tour Of Alberta

Lethbridge will be the home of the Prologue for the 2016 Tour of Alberta. Come cheer on the professional cyclists from around the world as they begin a week-long tour of our province. A festival and many free activities will take place that day, and in the months leading up to the Tour, around the community. www.tourofalberta.ca

September 17 Love & Records

Love & Records is Western Canada’s largest FREE out-door record fair held annually at Galt Gardens in Downtown Lethbridge on the second Saturday in September; featuring 12+ hours of live music, a massive single-day selection of new/used music (CDs, LPs, 45s, 78s, Tape), outdoor art gallery, beer gardens, food, family-fun, raffles, and more!

Listen to the live broadcast at CKXU.com | 88.3FM www.lethbridgemusicfestival.com

September 15-18 Lethbridge Fringe Festival

In its second year, this four-day festival is a celebration of creative theatre and live entertainment, utilizing multiple venues in the city. Full festival schedule and tickets can be found at www.lethbridgefringe.ca by mid-summer.

September 25 The Word On The Street Festival

Join the Lethbridge Public Library, sponsors and volunteers to celebrate the joy of words – written, sung, spoken and read. The Word On The Street Festival is a national festival that is celebrated in five cities across Canada. It includes authors, presentations, music, street theatre and workshops along with a vibrant marketplace and best of all it’s free. Check www.lethlib.ca for details.

And watch for many other events such as:

PrideFest in June, Street Wheelers Street Machine Weekend in July, Lethbridge Arts Days in the last week of September, and the Lethbridge Entertainment Expo in November.

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MAJOR COMMUNITY EVENTS 2016

MAY 2016

5-6 Opening Sneak Peek and Fun www.nikkayuko.com 5-14 “Nunsense” www.lethbridgemusicaltheatre.ca 7 Regional Heritage Fair www.galtmuseum.com 7-8 Mother’s Day Mum’s Competition and Japanese Tea Cup Exhibit www.nikkayuko.com 10 Hedley – Hello World Tour www.enmaxcentre.ca 10-21 “25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee” www.facebook.com/HatrixPresents 12-15 Electric Eye Music Festival www.eemusicfest.com 21 Moonlight Viewing www.nikkayuko.com 28 Lethbridge Multicultural Centre Grand Opening Festival www.saeamulticultural.org

JUNE 2016

1-5 Soar Emerging Artist Festival www.soarfestival.ca 4 Coulee Cactus Crawl www.runnersoul.com 11 Ladiesfest Run www.runnersoul.com 11 Nature Play Day by www.lethbridge.ca/hsnc 15-18 Lethbridge Jazz Festival www.lethbridgejazz.com 20 Moonlight Viewing www.nikkayuko.com 24-26 ATB Financial Lethbridge Rotary Dragon Boat Festival www.lethbridgedragonfest.ca 25 Parks Day www.lethbridge.ca/hsnc 25 Multiculturalism Day Event www.coaldale.ca 27-July 16 New West Theatre’s Music-Comedy Revue “Jukebox” www.newwesttheatre.com

JULY 2016

1 Canada Day celebrations www.lethbridge.ca 6-10 Southern Alberta Summer Games www.southernalbertasummergames.com 8 Westminster Outdoor Public Pool Midnight Swim 8-10 Streetwheelers Street Machine Weekend www.streetwheelers.com 9 Summer Celebration www.nikkayuko.com 9-17 Centric Festival www.centricfestival.wix.com/2016 14 (and every Thursday and Fri night in July)

Shakespeare in the Park www.lethbridgeshakespeare.com 14 Nikka Yuko Birthday celebrations www.nikkayuko.com 17-25 Lethbridge Pride Fest www.facebook.com/lethbridgepridefest 19 Moonlight Viewing www.nikkayuko.com TBA Henderson Pool Grand Re-Opening

AUGUST 2016

Shakespeare in the Park www.lethbridgeshakespeare.com

Wed/Thurs/Fri nights in August until the 12th 1 “Invasion” Art Gallery Exhibit Launch at the Nature Centre

www.lethbridge.ca/hsnc 2-27 New West Theatre’s Music-Comedy Revue “Heatwave” www.newwesttheatre.com 6 Hiroshima and Nagasaki Remembrance 71st Anniversary Origami Cranes www.nikkayuko.com 10 Toro Nagashi with Moonlight Viewing www.nikkayuko.com 13 Lethbridge Electronic Music Festival www.lemf.ca 13 Hot August Weekend www.exhibitionpark.ca 20 Helen Schuler Nature Centre Shoreline Clean Up

www.lethbridge.ca/hsnc 23-27 Whoop Up Days www.exhibitionpark.ca 31 Tour of Alberta www.tourofalberta.ca

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MAJOR COMMUNITY EVENTS 2016

SEPTEMBER 2016 2 5 9 15-18 16 17 17 19 24

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Craft Beer Friday www.saag.ca Family Colour Carnival and Lethbridge Fringe Colour Run Lost Soul Ultramarathon www.runnnersoul.com Lethbridge Fringe Festival www.lethbridgefringe.ca Moonlight Viewing www.nikkayuko.com Love and Records www.lethbridgemusicfestival.com Art Auction www.saag.ca Japan Aged Day www.nikkayuko.com Helen Schuler Nature Centre Shoreline Clean Up www.lethbridge.ca/hsnc The Word on the Street Festival www.lethlib.ca Lethbridge Arts Days www.artsdayslethbridge.org

OCTOBER 2016 1 13-16 15-16 22 26 28 29

Exhibition Openings www.saag.ca “Jesus Christ Superstar” www.lethseniors.com/special-features Art Show and Sale www.coaldale.ca Wine and Cheese Auction www.coaldale.ca Take Me Outside Day www.lethbridge.ca/hsnc Family Movie Night in the Museum www.coaldale.ca Downtown Spooktacular www.downtownlethbridge.com

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Lethbridge Entertainment Expo www.lethexpo.com Craft Beer Friday www.saag.ca Bright Lights Festival www.downtownlethbridge.com Clause Cause www.runnersoul.com

DECEMBER 2016

2 21st Annual Carol Fest www.coaldale.ca 2-3 The Big Christmas Trade Show www.exhibitionpark.ca 3 Christmas Craft and Hobby Show www.coaldale.ca 3 Exhibition Openings www.saag.ca 12-31 New West Theatre’s Music-Comedy Revue “Tinsel” www.newwesttheatre.com 26-Jan 7 New West Theatre’s Theatre for Young Audience Production

“Luke’s Lunchbox” www.newwesttheatre.com

ONGOING EVENTS First Friday Downtown First Friday of each month www.firstfridaylethbridge.com Saturday’s Farmers’ Market Saturdays starting May 14 through to Oct 29 www.exhibitionpark.ca Wednesday’s Downtown Farmers’ Market July 6 through August 24 www.exhibitionpark.ca Thursday’s Westside Farmers’ Market July 7 through Sept 1 www.exhibitionpark.ca

Free Lunch and Listen Concert Series First Friday of each month www.uleth.ca/music-conservatory SOS Film Centre Presents: Queen Scarlet Cinema Third Wed of each month www.facebook.com/shameofilm Cheeky Pig Porketta Bingo Last Tues of each month at Owl Acoustic Lounge www.owlacousticlounge.ca Lethbridge Public Library and Long and McQuade Family Jam at the Owl Acoustic Lounge Third Saturday of each month *all dates subject to change

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DOWNTOWN LETHBRIDGE

Heart of Our City

People are drawn to the lively and character rich atmosphere in Downtown Lethbridge. They come to shop at the local boutiques, have lunch at an outdoor patio or to be part of the stimulating “coffee culture.” From sculptures and murals to the Rotary Plaza fountain and the Southern Alberta Art Gallery, there is a lot to see and do.

The City Centre has traditionally been a place where Lethbridge has played and celebrated. It was – and is again – a place where commerce, conversation and community easily mingle along treed avenues, bustling sidewalks or the sanctuary of Galt Gardens.

Downtown Shopping: The Place to Be!

An eclectic mix of shops and boutiques pepper the centre core, adding spice to the variety found in more conventional shopping locales. Men’s and women’s designer clothing and accessories, home furnishings, fine jewellery, bridal attire, crafts and dozens of specialty retail stores modernize historic Downtown Lethbridge.

Park Place Shopping Centre, located just north of tranquil Galt Gardens, is a regional mall with more than 100 retail shops and services. The centre extends along four city blocks, anchored

by Sears on one end and a popular selection of large-format stores on the other.

Within walking distance of Park Place Mall, just east of Scenic Drive, is Lethbridge Centre. Anchored by The Bay, this mall has reinvented itself as a unique blend of professional services and conference room facilities.

The Taste of Downtown

Downtown Lethbridge has an abundance of restaurants with many menus offering a wide choice of gourmet food. Much of the globe’s cuisine is represented here, including sushi, steaks, pasta and unique ethnic dishes. Through all the city’s seasons, coffeehouses have become part of the pace of downtown life - little getaways for caffeine and camaraderie that make being downtown just that much more attractive.

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DOWNTOWN LETHBRIDGE

What’s Happening?

Through the Heart of Our City Activity Grant, over 20 organizations are assisted in hosting a wide variety of events that take place in every month of the year, drawing over 40,000 persons annually.

Larger events include: Love and Records Festival; New West Theatre; Word on the Street Festival; Lethbridge Jazz Festival; Shakespeare in the Park; Pride Fest and Oktoberfest.

There is always something happening downtown (over 115 days per year), from buskers on street corners to the Farmers’ Market in July and August at Festival Square (just off of 3 Avenue and 6 Street South).

Several community festivals, performances, events and activities are hosted in downtown Lethbridge and Galt Gardens. Check out First Friday – a monthly festival of events that combines and showcases all of the community events happening in Downtown Lethbridge.

Farmers’ Markets can be found in Festival Square every Wednesday in July and August. In September, take in Lethbridge’s Alberta Arts Days, a community celebration of the arts that has something of interest for everybody, including ArtWalk, a self-guided tour of arts venues in Lethbridge.

In November, the Annual Bright Lights Festival kicks off the holiday shopping season with entertainment, ceremonial lighting of Galt Gardens and the arrival of Santa.

For further information and events check out “What’s Happening” at www.downtownlethbridge.com or www.firstfridaylethbridge.com.

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ATTRACTIONS

Alberta Birds of Prey Centre 10 minutes east of Lethbridge, in Coaldale on Highway 3 403-345-4262 • www.burrowingowl.com The Alberta Birds of Prey Centre is Canada’s largest birds of prey facility.

Situated on a 70-acre wetland site, the centre is a celebration of nature featuring the hawks, falcons, eagles and owls of Alberta. The Birds of Prey Centre has been called a “must-see” attraction, delighting many visitors from around the world. Each visitor will have the opportunity to have a live owl perch on his or her arm for a once-in-a-lifetime photograph. Daily flight shows available (weather permitting).

New West Theatre Yates Theatre 1002 4 Avenue S •403-329-SEAT (7328) for tickets Or 403-381-9378 for administration • www.newwesttheatre.com Lethbridge’s top live entertainment attraction showcasing 5 professional productions annually including popular Music-Comedy Revues, contemporary Canadian theatre and Theatre for Young Audiences. Tickets are available by single production or subscription.

Casa 230 8 Street S • 403-327-CASA • www.casalethbridge.ca Opened in 2013, Casa is Lethbridge’s new community arts centre. A unique arts facility, Casa sets a new standard for interdisciplinary arts centres. With something for everyone, Casa offers programming for all ranges of age and ability in numerous arts disciplines. Visit the Gallery to view the works of local, regional and provincial artists, stop by the Window Shop to find locally made arts & crafts, learn a new skill in a class or workshop, or just drop by to see what Casa has to offer.

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Exhibition Park 3401 Parkside Drive S • 403-328-4491 • www.exhibitionpark.ca Exhibition Park is southern Alberta’s premiere meeting place for events, meetings and conferences. Located off of 43rd Street South and Crowsnest Trail, Exhibition Park hosts large-scale special events and festivals such as: • Ag Expo • Home and Garden Show • Whoop-Up Days Family Festival • Children’s Festival

• Farmers’ Markets • The Big Christmas Trade Show • Family Fest ... and more!

Fort Whoop-Up Interpretive Centre 200 Indian Battle Park Road (West end of 3 Avenue S, into Indian Battle Park) 403-329-0444 Discover the history and culture of the Nitsitapi (Blackfoot) and experience the “old west” of fur traders at the replica Fort Whoop-Up. Come find out why the Canadian government of the 1870s considered Fort Whoop-Up “notorious” when you stop by for a visit during your time in Lethbridge.

Galt Museum & Archives 501 1 Street S (West end of 5 Avenue S, off Scenic Drive) 403-320-3898 • www.galtmuseum.com Stories unfold at this vibrant community gathering place. Step into the Discovery Hall to meet the Kainai people and discover the rich story of southwestern Alberta. The Museum Store is stocked with oneof-a-kind gifts and area mementos; set foot in the original 1910 Galt Hospital wing and get hands-on with one of the many events and programs for all ages. Marvel at the view from the expansive Viewing Gallery overlooking the coulees of the Oldman River valley and historic Indian Battle Park. A red shale trail takes you to Fort Whoop-Up below. Ask about our treasure hunts, outdoor chess, historic downtown audio tours and Galt Hospital tours.

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Helen Schuler Nature Centre Indian Battle Park north of the High Level Bridge (turn west at the corner of Scenic Drive & 3 Avenue S; once in the river bottom, take the first right)

403-320-3064 • www.lethbridge.ca/hsnc Discover it here! Open year round for that urban escape and only minutes from downtown Lethbridge. Explore the network of selfguided trails which highlight signs of early human settlement amidst the cottonwood trees, coulees and wildlife. The newly renovated building boasts two award winning green roofs where you can soak in views of the forest canopy. A series of gallery spaces bring nature inspired art and immersive educational exhibits to life. Visit the Nature Centre and get in touch with your wild! Admission by donation

Lethbridge Public Library Main Branch - 810 5 Avenue S • 403-380-7310 The Crossings Branch - 255 Britannia Boulevard W • 403-320-4037 www.lethlib.ca The Lethbridge Library connects you to ideas through access to eResources, books, magazines, Digital Content, databases, public use computers, free Wi-Fi, and so much more. At the Main Branch, visit the Millennium Rock Garden and the Lois Hole Memorial Garden, both designed in Japanese landscape style. As a downtown gathering place, we invite you to delve into a history collection initiated by Senator Buchanan, view art exhibits, visit our cafe and shop at the Booktique.

At The Crossings Branch in West Lethbridge Centre, you can access the same services offered at the Main Branch. This amazing glass and steel building features seamless design that ensures a perfect blend into the prairie landscape. Visit our website for event listings for both branches.

Join us in September for The Word On The Street Festival, check www. lethlib.ca for details.

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New West Theatre Yates Theatre 1002 4 Avenue S 403-329-SEAT (7328) for tickets Or 403-381-9378 for administration • www.newwesttheatre.com Lethbridge’s top live entertainment attraction showcasing 5 professional productions annually including popular Music-Comedy Revues, contemporary Canadian theatre and Theatre for Young Audiences.

Tickets are available by single production or subscription.

Nikka Yuko Japanese Garden Mayor Magrath Drive and 9 Avenue S 403-328-3511 • www.nikkayuko.com Open from mid-May to mid-October Nikka Yuko has been rated as one of the top 10 Gardens to see in Canada by MSN News and will be celebrating its 49th Anniversary on July 14th. Throughout the summer take in a demonstration such as Ikebana flower arranging, a Tea Ceremony or Iaido Sword demonstration. Take part in daily Cultural Activities such as fan and or lantern decorating, calligraphy, games, or chopstick lessons. Dress up in a traditional Yukata and pose for pictures. If you are looking for peace and relaxation, come read in our grassy prairie garden and just be. For Peace, Tranquility and Serenity visit Nikka Yuko Japanese Garden. Please check our website for a full listing of the Japanese Cultural events and tour packages available for your group or regular tour times for visitors.

Southern Alberta Art Gallery 601 3 Avenue S • 403-327-8770 • www.saag.ca Located in the heart of downtown Lethbridge, the Southern Alberta Art Gallery offers a dynamic variety of contemporary art programs and has won international recognition for the quality of its exhibitions. The gallery’s park setting and proximity to local cafés and shopping make it an excellent place to drop in during a day’s outing. Its many programs include weekly noon-hour films, family events, courses in art appreciation, and much more!

Guided tours of the changing exhibitions are available for groups. The gallery also houses a resource library with information on the visual arts from around the world, while posters, postcards, SAAG’s own awardwinning publications, Canadian art magazines and unique, affordable gifts are available in The Shop at SAAG. 18 exploresouthwestalberta.ca

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Gem of the West Museum & Scotiabank Art Gallery 1306 20th Street Coaldale, AB 403-345-1323 • www.gemofthewest.ca Take in our rich heritage as you browse through the n numerous artifacts on display. Experience our reconnect to the different histories and cultures of the community and the world through interactive activities and events. This unique heritage building is a transmuted Mennonite Brethren Church which has been a part of the community for 75 years.

The Scotiabank Art Gallery located at the Gem of the West Museum, showcases a wonderful variety of artwork including paintings, photography, prints, drawings, sculptures and more from local artists.

Access to the Gallery is included in the Museum admission fee.

Allied Arts Council of Lethbridge 318 7 Street S • 403-320-0555 • www.artslethbridge.org The Allied Arts Council (AAC) provides leadership in advancing and enhancing the arts Lethbridge, and boasts a diverse membership of artists and arts organizations. The AAC coordinates a number of events throughout the year, including Lethbridge Arts Days, Mayor’s Luncheon for Business and the Arts, Christmas at Casa and more.

Looking for something to do? Visit the online arts calendar to find out what’s happening in the arts!

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ENTERTAINMENT

Whether you wish to take in a theatrical performance or see the concert of a major touring group, Lethbridge is proud of the variety of opportunities available for your enjoyment. In downtown Lethbridge the Yates Theatre and the Sterndale-Bennett Theatre (in the same complex) provide venues for a variety of local, regional and national arts groups to show their talent. As well, Lethbridge hosts many special events, including festivals like Canada Day celebrations, St. Jean Baptiste Day, aboriginal festivals, and participant events like the ATB Financial Lethbridge Rotary Dragon Boat Festival, Street Wheelers Weekend, the Lethbridge Entertainment Expo, and many more. For a list of events, performance dates and times visit the Calendar of Events at www.lethbridge.ca.

Tickets can be purchased for most events at the Ticket Centre, www.lethbridge.ca/tickets or 403-329-SEAT (7328).

Sports Entertainment Lethbridge has a variety of sports entertainment facilities as well as numerous venues for participation. The Lethbridge Hurricanes are part of the Western Hockey League and play at the Enmax Centre, with home games from September until March. For game schedule and tickets see www.enmaxcentre.ca.

The Lethbridge Bulls baseball team plays home games at Spitz Stadium on Parkside Drive South. Games run from late May through to the Western Major Baseball League playoffs in August.

For game schedules see www.bullsbaseball.com.

Lethbridge has five spectacular golf courses ranging from par 3 to professional calibre.

Outdoor and indoor pools, public skating arenas, skateboard and bike parks, the Lethbridge Curling Club, Lethbridge College and the University of Lethbridge all offer fun activities for spectators and participants.

Tickets can be purchased for most events at the Ticket Centre, www.lethbridge.ca/tickets or 403-329-SEAT (7328).

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RECREATION & SPORTS Lethbridge has a variety of sports entertainment facilities as well as numerous venues for participation.

Check out www.lethbridge.ca for complete information.

Swimming Pools

Visit any of the three municipal indoor pools, two outdoor pools (including the re-opening of Henderson Pool this summer), the Gyro Spray Park located behind Nicholas Sheran Leisure Centre, or the Rotary Centennial Fountain downtown in Galt Gardens.

In addition, pools are located at the YMCA and University of Lethbridge. Public swimming information line: 403-320-4970

Ice Sports & Skating

Six indoor ice centres house a variety of sports including the Lethbridge Curling Club which will begin operations in the new leisure centre in West Lethbridge as of fall 2016. Public skating information line: 403-320-4971

Ball Diamonds & Sports Fields

Lethbridge is home to the Prairie Baseball Academy (Lloyd Nolan Yard) and the Lethbridge Bulls (Spitz Stadium). There is also an active minor baseball program. The impressive Softball Valley Complex provides 10 diamonds, and a club house hosting community league games and tournaments.

Field sports including soccer, rugby, and football utilize numerous fields including Lethbridge Sports Park (a premium six field soccer & rugby complex) and the University of Lethbridge Community Sports Stadium.

Indoor Soccer, Judo, Gymnastics and Climbing Centres

Active community groups operate the Servus Sports Centre (which houses two regulation-size indoor soccer pitches), Lethbridge Kyodokan Judo Club, West Wind Gymnastics Club, and the Ascent Climbing Centre (operating at the University of Lethbridge), among many others!

Outdoor Centres

Interesting outdoor activity centres include the massive Lethbridge Fish & Game Firearms Range, the new SLP Skate Park located next to Henderson Ice Arena and the Spitz Stadium, the Skate Park & BMX Track located in the Dave Elton Athletic Park, the Mountain Bike Park in Botterill Bottom Park, and the Ted Petrunia Lawn Bowling Green. Other recreation choices are offered by local golf courses, University of Lethbridge, Lethbridge College, YMCA and YWCA and others.

More information on recreation and sport facilities may also be found in the Visit Lethbridge and Active Lethbridge Apps.

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Unique Gifts Not Just Souvenirs TAKE A PIECE OF SOUTHERN ALBERTA HOME!

• Friendly Staff, Affordable Prices • Maple Products, Teas, Coffee • Scarves, T-shirts, Jewellery, Watches, Books, Picture Frames, Lethbridge Memorabilia • Western Décor • Ammolite, Hematite & Glacier Pearl Jewellery • Kid Friendly Gifts & Games

• Food Gift Sets • BBQ Items • Stuffed Animals, Umbrellas, Bags, Postcards, Magnets • Wine Coolers, Corkcicles • Parks Canada Discovery Park Passes • and much, much, more!

CHINOOK COUNTRY TOURIST ASSOCIATION 1.800.661.1222 Scenic Drive Information Centre & Rest Area Located at Scenic Dr. & Mayor Magrath Drive S.

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RECREATION & SPORTS FACILITIES BOOKING INQUIRIES

RECORDED PROGRAM & SCHEDULE INFORMATION

FACILITY NAME

FACILITY ADDRESS

Adams Park Ice Centre

13 Street & 9 Avenue N

403-320-3009 403-320-4971

Civic Ice Centre

911 - 6 Avenue S

403-320-3009 403-320-4971

Henderson Ice Centre

7 Avenue & Mayor Magrath Drive S

403-320-3009 403-320-4971

Labor Club Ice Centre

2020 - 18 Avenue N

403-320-3009 403-320-4971

Nicholas Sheran Ice Centre

401 Laval Boulevard W

403-320-3009 403-320-4971

Enmax Centre

2510 Scenic Drive S

403-320-4040

Lethbridge Curling Club (moving to west Lethbridge in fall 2016)

911 - 6 Avenue S

403-327-1213

Nicholas Sheran Leisure Centre Pool

401 Laval Boulevard W

403-320-3046 403-320-4970

Stan Siwik Family Pool

1901 - 15 Avenue N

403-320-3054 403-320-4970

Henderson Outdoor Pool

2710 Parkside Drive S

403-320-3056 403-320-4970 (closed for renovations)

Westminster Outdoor Pool

411 - 16 Street N

403-329-3026 403-320-4970

YMCA

515 Stafford Drive S

403-327-9622 403-320-4970

Fritz Sick Pool

420 - 11 Street S

403-320-3109 403-320-4970

Gyro Spray-Ground

Behind Nicholas Sheran Arena, 401 Laval Blvd W

Max Bell Regional Aquatic Centre

4401 University Drive W

Rotary Centennial Fountain

SE Corner of Galt Gardens, 7 Street & 3 Avenue S

Ascent Climbing Centre

4401 University Drive W

403-329-2706 403-329-2706

YWCA

604 - 8 Street S

403-329-0088 403-329-0088

Lethbridge Public Library

Main Branch: 810 - 5 Avenue S The Crossings Branch: 255 Britannia Way Blvd W

403-380-7310 403-380-7310

Special Events in the Parks

Various Locations

403-320-3011

Walks/Runs in the Parks

Various Locations

403-320-3011

ICE CENTRES

POOLS

403-329-2658 403-329-2117

OTHER

SPORTS FIELDS SLP Skate Park

Mayor Magrath Drive & Parkside Drive S

skateboarding, inline skating and BMX (with proper equipment)

Dave Elton Park Multipurpose Skate Park/BMX

622 Stafford Drive N

403-328-9066 biking, skateboarding, inline skating

Lloyd Nolan Park

622 Stafford Drive N

403-320-1302 baseball

Canola Harvest Field

622 Stafford Drive N

403-320-2025 baseball

Spitz Stadium

2601 Parkside Drive S

403-320-2025 baseball

Softball Valley Complex at Peenaquim Park

Access off Stafford Drive N south of 25 Avenue N

403-327-6393 softball, beach volleyball

Atso Towaawa Park

199 Jerry Potts Blvd W

403-320-3011 baseball, soccer

Lethbridge Sports Park (Soccer/Rugby)

28 Street & 30 Avenue N

403-320-3011 soccer, rugby

Servus Sports Centre

2501- 28 Avenue S

403-320-5547 indoor/outdoor soccer

Picnic Shelter Bookings

403-320-3020

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CITY PARKS

Lethbridge prides itself on offering high quality, diverse parkland and recreational opportunities. An extensive urban park system with more than 205 kilometres of trails provides beautiful areas for walking, jogging, cycling and enjoying a picnic. Some of these parks lie in the beautiful Oldman River Valley. Henderson Lake Park and the Nikka Yuko Japanese Garden offer lush greenery and solitude amidst the bustle of city life.

The City of Lethbridge is a Dutch Elm disease-free community with a population of over 10,000 elm trees. Please help us keep it this way. Do not bring firewood into Lethbridge.

Henderson Park Parkside Drive & Mayor Magrath Drive S This is the heart of summer recreation in Lethbridge. Walk in the rose garden, play a round of golf, watch a ball game, go skateboarding or inline skating, play a game of tennis or horseshoes, enjoy the beauty of the lake at dusk...and more.

Henderson Park, with its lake, walking trails, bridges, picnic areas and new playgrounds invites visitors to enjoy its beauty and to view the famous Nikka Yuko Japanese Garden. Picnic shelters are available for booking. Call 403-320-3020 for information.

Indian Battle Park Centrally located in the river valley; access by turning west at the corner of Scenic Drive & 3 Avenue S. Indian Battle Park is situated in the river valley and provides a natural setting with numerous picnic sites, playgrounds, trails, access to a mountain bike park, and picnic shelters for family enjoyment. Special attractions include Fort Whoop-Up, Helen Schuler Nature Centre, the Coal Banks Mine Kiosk and the impressive High Level Bridge. Picnic shelters are available for booking.

Call 403-320-3020 for information.

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CITY PARKS

Indian Battle Park

Galt Gardens 7 Street & 3 Avenue S Galt Gardens is “festival central� in downtown Lethbridge. This lovely treed oasis is in the hub of our retail community with ongoing festivals, special events and an interactive water feature.

Year round, the garden is a tranquil spot to walk or sit. There are several restaurants nearby, as well as the Southern Alberta Art Gallery and Casa. Shopping is also in close proximity.

Brewery Gardens 1 Avenue S & Scenic Drive The Brewery Gardens feature a tiered hillside viewing garden enjoyed by tourists and residents who visit the annual flower beds and seasonal displays at Christmas and other holidays. The gardens are near the trailhead to Indian Battle Park used by joggers.

Nicholas Sheran Park McMaster Boulevard and Columbia Boulevard W This is a large, open park perfect for family outings, relaxing in the sun or flying a kite. It features a stocked lake for fishing, walking trails, a picnic area, disc golf and a playground.

Off-Leash Dog Parks Recognizing the need for dogs to run, the City of Lethbridge has established three dog runs within city limits. These large, beautiful areas are a pleasure to visit for both people and pets.

South Side Dog Run: Located west of Scenic Drive and 11 Avenue S North Side Dog Run: Located in Peenaquim Park, just north of the access road at the base of the coulees. This park includes a fenced dog park for young dogs.

West Side Dog Run: Located in Popson Park between the boat launch and the picnic shelter. Rattlesnakes may be present in this area.

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CITY PARKS

Alexander Wilderness Park

TRAILS Walking and biking trails wind through the coulees, along the river banks, circle around Henderson Lake and Nicholas Sheran Lake, and pass through interesting neighbourhood parks. A pedestrian bridge crosses the Oldman River connecting the west side and the east side pathways in an extensive network of trails.

Check the City of Lethbridge website www.lethbridge.ca and search for information on the parkland pathways and favourite walks (search by pathways, trails and walks).

OTHER MAJOR PARKS Alexander Wilderness Park is a tranquil Nature Reserve and birders paradise with walking trails, picnic tables & washrooms located on North Stafford Drive past 26 Avenue N. Cottonwood Park Nature Reserve offers fantastic views of the river valley to the southwest of the City. A shale trail leads to a lookout area. Discover the regenerating effect of the 1995 flood on the cottonwood forest in this unique park.

Lethbridge Nature Reserve features the Helen Schuler Nature Centre which has many self-guided trails for your enjoyment.

Across the river on the west flood-plain you’ll find the Elizabeth Hall Wetlands with an award winning interpretive signage program and bird blind.

Pavan Park provides a riverside view of the Oldman River and offers a group picnic shelter which is available for booking picnic sites, a playground, and walking opportunities in a natural environment for family enjoyment.

Popson Park and Oldman River Observatory can be found in this park. The park also provides a group shelter, which is available for booking, situated in the river valley. Continue south on University Drive West.

For more information call (403) 320-3020

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Galt Gardens

X

PATHWAYS

X

PICNIC SHELTERS

PICNIC TABLES

ALEXANDER WILDERNESS PARK North Stafford Drive, past 26 Avenue N

WASHROOMS

LOCAL PARKS AND GARDENS

PLAYGROUND

This list outlines some of our major parks and gardens.

Check the City of Lethbridge website at www.lethbridge.ca for information.

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BOTTERILL BOTTOM PARK - DOG RUN 11 Avenue & Scenic Drive S

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BREWERY GARDENS 1 Avenue S & Scenic Drive

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BULL PARK TRAIL (SOUTH & NORTH) Access from University Drive or Whoop-Up Drive pedestrian bridge

X

COTTONWOOD PARK 60 Avenue W

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GALT GARDENS 7 Street & 3 Avenue S

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X

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HENDERSON PARK (INCLUDING LAKE) Parkside Drive & Mayor Magrath Drive S

X

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X

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INDIAN BATTLE PARK Access from 3 Avenue S & Scenic Drive

X

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NICHOLAS SHERAN PARK McMaster Boulevard & Columbia Boulevard W

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PAVAN PARK Extension of 13 Street N, north of Hardieville

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PEENAQUIM PARK North Stafford Drive

Off Leash Dog Park (including fenced area) & Softball Diamonds

POPSON PARK Extension of University Drive W

Off Leash Dog Park

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A GREAT PLACE TO LEARN LETHBRIDGE COLLEGE With outstanding instructors and plenty of hands-on learning and applied research opportunities, students at Lethbridge College can find and prepare for rewarding careers that match their interests and skills with Canada’s changing needs.

Lethbridge College offers full-time, part-time and distance education studies programs to more than 4,000 students enrolled in the 50+ career-training programs, applied degrees and apprenticeships, ranging from criminal justice to environmental science to nursing, agriculture, engineering and more. The college’s trades training and apprenticeship courses are turning out trades people as automotive systems specialists, electricians, welders, carpenters, heavy-duty mechanics, chefs and more.

In addition, if you need a place to host a conference, banquet, family reunion or off-site work retreat, or if you are looking for short and medium-term accommodations between May and August, look to Lethbridge College as the solution to all of your convention and accommodation needs. Welcome to you future – at Lethbridge College.

UNIVERSITY OF LETHBRIDGE Alberta’s Destination University, the University of Lethbridge is one of Canada’s most influential research universities, and is committed to providing students with an unparalleled university experience.

The U of L offers more than 150 undergraduate programs and more than 60 graduate programs in six faculties and schools: Arts & Science, Education, Fine Arts, Health Sciences, Management and Graduate Studies. Each year, approximately 8,300 students attend the U of L, which also offers select programs on its campuses in Calgary and Edmonton.

Today, the U of L is recognized on the national stage as one of Canada’s top –three undergraduate institutions (2014 Maclean’s University Rankings) and one of Canada’s top-three undergraduate research universities (RE$EARCH Infosource, 2013).

The U of L is home to leading research centres and world renowned faculty members who bring their research into the classroom and actively engage students in research opportunities.

The university’s liberal education foundation enables students to take a variety of subjects and discover what they are passionate about while developing essential critical thinking and analytic skills.

On average, there are 32 students per class (after first year), providing a personal and supportive learning environment.

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A GREAT PLACE TO LIVE

Lethbridge is a friendly and growing community of 94,804. The city has a lot to offer newcomers with a wealth of amenities, a low cost of living, and excellent services and facilities. With a mild climate, strong economy, and close proximity to the Rocky Mountains and the US border, Lethbridge has all the ingredients of a lifestyle heralded as one of the finest in Canada.

Housing and Living Costs Lethbridge offers a wide variety of housing choices at some of the lowest rates compared to other Canadian cities. Rental rates in Lethbridge average $923 for a two bedroom apartment.

Average house prices range from $250,000 to $350,000.

Services Health Care: Lethbridge has high quality acute hospital care and continuing care services including the Chinook Regional Hospital, St. Michael’s Health Centre, community care and rehabilitation programs, wellness services and a wide range of health practitioners and medical clinics.

Education: Lethbridge has both public and separate (Catholic) school divisions with a total of 17 elementary schools, five middle/junior high schools, and five high schools. Private schools and a Francophone school are also located in the city.

Lethbridge also offers post-secondary and continuing education at the University of Lethbridge and Lethbridge College.

Recreation and Culture: Lethbridge prides itself on offering excellent recreational facilities and parks. Recreational and sports activities are an integral part of city life, and there are many complexes throughout the city that allow residents to enjoy active lifestyles. Cultural and social groups provide a variety of options so people may participate in activities they enjoy.

Business and Employment: Lethbridge’s steady sustainable growth speaks to the economic strength we have thanks to the industry and diversity in our region. The traditional agriculture and manufacturing sectors are complemented by new and emerging sectors like renewable energy and high-tech, adding strength and vitality to our business landscape.

For economic development and business relocation information contact: Economic Development Lethbridge at 1-800-332-1801 or 403-331-0022 www.chooselethbridge.ca or the Lethbridge Chamber of Commerce at 403-327-1586 www.lethbridgechamber.ca.

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TRAVEL INFORMATION

Chinook Country Tourist Association Lethbridge Visitor Information Centre 2 time Gold Medal Winner – RV West Reader’s Choice Awards: FAVOURITE VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE IN ALBERTA 2805 Scenic Drive located at the junction of Highway 4 & Highway 5 (Scenic Drive & Mayor Magrath Drive S) Hours: May 15 – Labour Day 9:00 am to 6:00 pm weekdays 10:00 am to 6:00 pm weekends Labour Day – May 14 9:00 am to 5:00 pm Closed Sundays Services: Visitor information, souvenir gift shop, public rest rooms, rest area with picnic facilities, playground and free RV dump station For more information on Lethbridge contact: 1-800-661-1222 or 403-320-1222 Website: www.exploresouthwestalberta.ca Email: info@chinookcountry.com Twitter: ChinookCountry Faebook: Facebook: SouthwestAlberta

Climate Lethbridge has a moderate continental climate with warm summers and mild winters due to chinook winds. Lethbridge and southwest Alberta also receive one of the highest amounts of sunshine in the country. Temperatures in Lethbridge can fluctuate quite dramatically with the effects of the chinook winds. Average temperatures for January range from -2 to -15 degrees Celsius. Average temperatures for July range from 10 to 26 degrees Celsius. Lethbridge is quite dry compared to other areas of the prairies. Travellers should be prepared to encounter windy conditions throughout the year, warm temperatures in spring, summer and fall, and winter conditions in the late fall, winter and early spring.

Temperature Guide 5°C / 95°F 3 30°C / 86°F 20°C / 68°F 0°C / 32°F -10°C / 14°F -20°C / -4°F

a heat wave a hot day room temperature water freezes a pleasant winter day a cold winter day

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TRAVEL INFORMATION

Transportation Air Service: The Lethbridge Airport, located 3 kilometres south of Lethbridge on Highway #5, has daily service to Calgary International Airport for connections to all other destinations.

There are also daily scheduled flights available to Edmonton Airport and charter flights to other destinations. For more information regarding flights and schedules contact: Air Canada: 1-888-247-2262 Integra Air International: 403-381-8359 Greyhound: Bus service to the city of Lethbridge is available daily with connections to destinations east, west, and north of the city. For more information call 1-800-661-8747 or 403-327-1551. Red Arrow Motorcoach: Operates from Lethbridge to Calgary, Red Deer, Edmonton and Fort McMurray daily. For more information, call 1-800-232-1958.

Car Rentals: Rental cars and trucks are available from several rental agencies. Most major franchise rental agencies operate in Lethbridge. For more information on rental agencies, call visitor information at 1-800-661-1222 or 403-320-1222.

Taxi Service: All taxi company meter rates are the same price per kilometre and for waiting time. Various discounts are offered from the taxi companies including senior and student discounts. Rates from downtown to the Lethbridge airport are approximately $20.00.

Transit Service: Local bus service is available daily throughout the city. All buses leave and meet at the 4th Avenue and 6th Street South intersection. The buses run on a half hour and hourly schedule. There are also transit services available for the handicapped. For more information contact City of Lethbridge Transit at 403-320-3885.

Important Contact Numbers For numbers not listed below please see www.lethbridge.ca.

EMERGENCY CONTACT Ambulance/Fire Lethbridge Regional Police Service Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) Chinook Regional Hospital

960 - 19 Street S

PHONE NUMBER 911 or 403-327-3333 911 or 403-328-4444 403-329-5010 403-388-6111 (Switchboard)

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Metric System Canada uses the metric system for weights, measures and distances.

Distance:

1 kilometre (km) = 5/8 mile To calculate: kilometres x 0.6 = miles Miles x 1.6 = kilometres

Miles per hour / Kilometres per hour: When driving, 100km/hr on a highway sign is equal to 60mph.

Weight: 1 kilogram = 2.2 lbs (kilograms x 2.2 = pounds) 500 grams = 1.1 lbs

Liquid Volume (used for gasoline): 4.5 litres = 1 Imperial gallon 3.8 litres = 1 US gallon

Entry Regulations All citizens from abroad or the United States are required to have a valid passport for entry into Canada as visitors. Visas are required for entry into Canada from a number of foreign countries. Original documentation is required. Visitors are not admitted into Canada if they have a criminal record, including for impaired driving. Please contact the Canada Border Service Agency for more detailed information.

Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) Within Canada: 1-800-461-9999 Outside Canada: 1-204-983-3500 www.cbsa.gc.ca

PORT OF ENTRY

SERVICE

Whitlash, Montana

Open year round

Piegan, Montana (Highway 2)

Open year round

Chief Mountain, Montana (Highway 6)

Seasonal

DATES

DAILY TIMES

ADEN, ALBERTA Open year round

9:00 am - 5:00 pm

CARWAY, ALBERTA Open year round

7:00 am - 11:00 pm

CHIEF MOUNTAIN, ALBERTA

May 15 - May 31

9:00 am - 6:00 pm

June 1 - Labour Day

7:00 am - 10:00 pm

Tuesday after Labour Day - September 30

9:00 am - 6:00 pm

October 1 - May 14

Closed

COUTTS, ALBERTA Sweetgrass, Montana (Highway 4)

Open year round

Open year round

24 hour service

DEL BONITA, ALBERTA Del Bonita, Montana (Highway 62)

Open year round

June 1 September 15

8:00 am - 9:00 pm

September 16 May 31

9:00 am - 6:00 pm

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Customs & Duty Free Allowance Duty Free Shops Duty free shops at select border crossings and airports have tax free items for sale to departing visitors. For detailed information on restrictions, licenses and controls regarding this service please contact the Canada Border Service Agency or a customs official.

Alcohol and Tobacco The legal age for alcohol consumption and tobacco possession in Alberta is 18 years. Individuals who meet the minimum age requirements may bring into Canada one of: • 1.5 litres (50.7 US ounces) of wine, including wine coolers over 0.5 percent alcohol, or • 1.14 litres (38.5 US ounces) of liquor, or • a total of 1.14 litres (38.5 US ounces) of wine and liquor, or • 24 x 355 millilitre (12 ounce) cans or bottles of beer or ale, including beer coolers over 0.5 percent alcohol (a maximum of 8.5 litres or 287.4 US ounces).

• You may bring up to 200 cigarettes OR 50 cigars OR 200 grams (7 ounces) of loose tobacco.

Any alcohol or tobacco in excess of these amounts is subject to duty and provincial fees and taxes.

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LETHBRIDGE DIRECTORY

SPORTS & FITNESS Evergreen Golf Centre 5225 24 Ave S 403-329-4500 www.evergreengolfcentre.com

Lethbridge Sport Council 401 Laval Boulevard W 403-320-5412 www.lethbridgesportcouncil.ca

Kinetic Indoor Cycle & Fitness 1251 2 Avenue S 403-320-7746 www.kineticfitness.ca

SHOPPING Centre Village Mall 1240 2A Avenue N 403-328-8853 www.centrevillagemall.ca

Just For Pets 1241 2A Avenue N 403-380-4958 www.just4pets.ca

Chinook Country Tourist Association 403-320-1222 www.exploresouthwestalberta.ca

Western Stockman 915 43 Street S 403-327-0731

SERVICES

TRANSPORTATION

Spic & Span Dry Cleaning 112 8 Street S 403-327-8116 www.spicandspandrycleaners.ca

Royal Taxi 238 12B Street N 403-328-5333

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LETHBRIDGE DIRECTORY

RESTAURANTS Brown’s Social House Unit 30 334 University Drive W 403-942-1255 www.brownssocialhouse.com Broxburn Vegetables & Café 5 kilometres east of Lethbridge and 1 kilometre south on Broxburn Road 403-327-0909 www.broxburn-vegetables.com

Pizza Hut 1358 Mayor Magrath Drive S 15 Mic Mac Place W 325 Uplands Blvd N 403-310-1010 www.pizzahut.ca Ricky’s All Day Grill 2420 Fairway Plaza Road S 403-327-3088 www.gotorickys.com

Crazy Cakes 1102 5 Avenue S 403-327-4990 www.crazycakes.ca

Smitty’s Family Restaurant 2053 Mayor Magrath Drive S 403-320-7950 www.smittys.ca

Luigis Pizza North 306 13 Street North 403-328-5555 www.luigispizza.ca

The Legendary Wing King #1 1515 Mayor Magrath Drive S 403-394-2223 www.thelegendarywingking.com

Menchies #10 23 Southgate Blvd S 403-380-2091 413 Highlands Blvd W 403-328-3357 www.menchies.com

The Smokehouse BBQ & Bar 1104 Mayor Magrath Drive S 403-380-4880

Mocha Cabana Café 317 4 Street S 403-329-6243 www.mochacabana.ca MR MIKES SteakhouseCasual 2375 Mayor Magrath Drive S 403-380-6453 www.mrmikes.ca

Tony Romas 3716 Mayor Magrath Drive S 403-394-7427 www.tonyromas.com Top Pizza & Spaghetti House 1101 4 Avenue S 403-327-1952 www.top-pizza.com Two Guys & A Pizza Place 316 11 Street S 403-331-2222 www.twoguyspizza.ca

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Southern Alberta Art Gallery An outside perspective to an artist’s world We live in a culture where everyone is a critic may it be food, fashion, politics, and even moral conscience.

Yes, we live in a world where feedback, judgement or stamps of approval occur faster with every day that our digital era evolves. Yet, it also seems we live in a time where challenging convention has become socially acceptable. Shares, likes and retweets soar on social media posts on a story about a person who stepped out of conformity, applauded and awarded with a badge of bravery and inspiring others to do the same.

After all, we all want to be inspired.

As a marketer, you are trained to recognize these stories and put them in the faces of our audience. In fact, it is our job to place relevant information in the forefront for our “fans” to see. We live to tell these stories and we also love to hear them. Therefore, attending an art opening at the Southern Alberta Art Gallery was right up my alley. In fact, I couldn’t wait to be inspired by trying to dissect and piece together the story I thought the artists were trying to tell.

The experience I anticipated to receive was certainly eye opening but not in the way I predicted it would be.

So here I am, night of the opening of an exhibit called Imitation of Life and I’ve walked into the first gallery, which I anticipated to be my comfort zone as its theme was centered on the digital age and its impact. Digitally savvy, I expected to be in my element. Yet when I stared at a series of blurred TV’s with various notorious images flashing in a circuit where each screen seemed to tell its own story while also woven into the cluster of screens that lay before me, I stood there puzzled. Although I could feel that this piece was deep, I couldn’t decipher it...Could this be bigger than me?

I took a step back and observed my surroundings. The feeling was certainly there, I mean I actually felt inspired, creative and happy. I realized then it was the people that fascinated me. Here, in this type of atmosphere, nonconformity was the norm. The dress code? Whatever inspired you that night.

There were several unique outfits that could only be described as beautiful art, strategically pieced together and you’d never find anything similar in a corporate retail store. The feeling throughout the night is that you are allowed to express yourself. It is socially acceptable to be exactly who you are. There is no applause, no likes or shares as this is the standard code of conduct. Online, the most popular non-conformist story shared on social media is inspiring but only for a brief moment. Although in our society non-conformity is becoming conformity, there is still that voice inside your head that questions “what will people think”? That voice is buried at the Southern Alberta Art Gallery because it is more about what YOU think, not what everyone else thinks and there is no wrong answer.

I challenged myself to walk through the gallery a second time. This time, I focused on my story and how the art made ME feel. I couldn’t relate to the art until I looked at myself. It was the most challenging art show that I had ever experienced and if I’m honest, I’m walking away still not fully understanding some of the pieces. But I will still go back. Perhaps that is why art is so inspiring. It is not because it’s challenging convention or has a radical view on a certain societal issue. It’s because it challenges you as a person- to think, to reflect and to grow. And maybe, just maybe, that’s the whole point.

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DID YOU KNOW? You can pick up your Parks Canada Discovery Park Passes at the Lethbridge Visitor Information Centre 2805 Scenic Drive S. 403-320-1222

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2016 HOME GAMES at Spitz Stadium

MAY 25 May

vs Vauxhall Jets TCMM Benefit

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