Finding Opportunity in the Storm – Impacts of Tariffs and Trade on Southern Alberta
Trevor Lewington
Thursday, May 29, 2025 12:00 PM
Lethbridge Senior Citizens Organization
Lethbridge and southern Alberta are considered particularly vulnerable to a trade war with the United States, especially due to their strong trade ties with the US, particularly in agriculture and manufacturing. The Canadian Chamber of Commerce identified Lethbridge as the 10th most vulnerable city in Canada to potential U.S. tariffs. To mitigate the negative effects on this region, a Lethbridge Region Economic Resilience Task Force has been established, focusing on developing strategies to support businesses in the region and ensure they can navigate the challenges posed by the tariffs, implemented by US President Donald Trump.
Lethbridge as a living City: How can green infrastructure and water-wise design help our community adapt to a changing climate?
Kathleen Sheppard and Amber Murray
Tuesday, June 3, 2025 12:00 PM
Lethbridge Senior Citizens Organization
This talk will give a brief history of Environment Lethbridge, the Living Cities initiative, the Lethbridge Living Cities Pathway (and why we need it), and Environment Lethbridge’s role in pursuing the Pathway through education and engagement with citizens in the community. Speakers: Kathleen Sheppard and Amber Murray Kathleen Sheppard joined Environment Lethbridge as Executive Director in November of 2015. Originally from southern Alberta, Kathleen has more than 25 years experience working for non-profit organizations in BC and Alberta.
What are the pillars of ULethbridge’s new Strategic Plan?
Dr. Digvir Jayas, ULethbridge President & Vice-Chancellor
Thursday, June 12, 2025 12:00 PM
Lethbridge Senior Citizens Organization
An inclusive and engaging journey that brought together all aspects of its internal and external communities has culminated with the recent release of the new strategic plan for University of Lethbridge — a shared vision that addresses the changing landscape of post-secondary education provincially, nationally and globally. The new plan for Iniskim; the Blackfoot name gifted to the University of Lethbridge, defines its values and commitment, and sets the course for the next 10 years.
How did the hugely successful Henderson Lake Dragon Boat festival get started?
Karen Johnson and Wendy Aitkens
Thursday, June 19, 2025 12:00 PM
Lethbridge Senior Citizens Organization
This year marks the 24th ATB Financial Lethbridge Rotary Dragon Boat Festival. The speakers will share some of the festival’s early beginnings. What is it about, and how did it start? The abreast of Bridge Dragon Boat Team has, for 25 years, provided a social and recreational environment that embraces a full and active lifestyle for cancer survivors. An overview of their history and how that helped to inspire the development of the Lethbridge Dragon Boat Festival will also be discussed.