The Meliorist Publishing Society is now accepting applications for Fall 2026 Applied Studies placements. These experiential learning opportunities allow University of Lethbridge students to gain meaningful professional experience while earning academic credit through the Applied Studies program. Students can apply for the following positions: Each placement provides students with the opportunity to apply classroom learning in a professional environment while developing practical skills, building a portfolio of work, and contributing to one of Canada’s longest-running independent student publications. Successful applicants who complete their placement will receive an honorarium equal to the tuition cost of their Applied Studies course, helping reduce financial barriers to experiential learning while recognizing the valuable contributions…
With high water levels and hazardous conditions affecting some of Alberta’s natural waterways, Alberta Blue Cross and the Lifesaving Society of Alberta and Northwest Territories are encouraging residents to take extra precautions around water this summer. Recent heavy precipitation has contributed to elevated river levels and overflowing stormwater retention ponds, creating potentially dangerous conditions in natural bodies of water across the province. “We’ve seen record-breaking precipitation in Alberta over the last few months which has led to exceptionally high river levels and overflowing stormwater retention ponds, leaving natural bodies of water in dangerous conditions,” said Brian Geislinger, senior vice-president of Corporate Relations and Community Engagement with Alberta Blue Cross. Geislinger…
The Downtown Lethbridge Farmers’ Market is returning to Festival Square this week, bringing locally produced food, goods and vendors back to the heart of the city for another summer season. The market begins Wednesday, July 8, and will run from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. each Wednesday until Aug. 26. Attendance is free. Co-produced by Excite Lethbridge and the Downtown Lethbridge BRZ and presented by 94.1 CJOC, the weekly market offers visitors an opportunity to shop from local and provincial producers while spending time in downtown Lethbridge. As an Alberta-approved farmers’ market, at least 80 per cent of the products available at the market must be made, baked or grown…
Written by Harley Galarneau Editorial Note: The views and opinions expressed in this article are those of the author only. This article has been published as an opinion piece and is intended to contribute to discussion on a matter of public interest to the local community. Readers are encouraged to engage critically with the perspectives presented. On Whose Orders? Students banging drums at Frances Widdowson during the February protest at the University of Lethbridge.Photo taken by Harley Galarneau Since the release of the legacy media coverage of Frances Widdowson’s attempt on Feburary 4th, 2026 to denounce residential school genocide at the University of Lethbridge, our students have been broadcasted by…
Southern Alberta’s largest celebration of multiculturalism is returning to Henderson Lake Park this summer. The Southern Alberta Ethnic Association (SAEA) will host the 2026 Heritage Day Festival on Monday, Aug. 3, inviting the community to enjoy a full day of cultural performances, international cuisine, live music, and family-friendly activities. Running from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., the free event celebrates the cultures, traditions, and histories that make Southern Alberta one of Canada’s most diverse regions. A Celebration of Culture Festival-goers can experience a variety of live cultural performances throughout the day, including traditional dance, music, and song presented by SAEA member groups and local community performers. A diverse lineup of…
Global martial artists to compete in Southern Alberta on July 4–5, 2026 Lethbridge will welcome competitors from across Canada and around the world this weekend as it hosts the Tae Kwon-Do International (TKDI) World Cup, taking place July 4 and 5 at the Lethbridge Trade & Convention Centre. Organized by United Traditional Tae Kwon-Do Canada (UTTC), the event will bring together athletes of all ages and skill levels for two days of international competition. Divisions will feature youth, junior, adult, and black belt competitors competing in patterns and sparring events, including team patterns, black belt team sparring, and the International Team Black Belt Sparring division. The tournament will also welcome…
Written by Mace Elsher Introduction This series will explore Queer identities, representation, and the oppressive ideologies met by the LGBTQS2IA+ community within Chinese and Japanese history. Before continuing, I would like to state that I will be using language such as “homosexual,” “transvestism,” and “queer,” this is not to offend people of the LGBTQS2IA+ community but to establish terminology that is specific to historical cases. Contemporary individuals that associate themselves with the LGBTQS2IA+ fall under this community; however, because the LGBTQ+S2IA+ is a new term, it can only be loosely connected to the past. However, this does not discredit any Queer individual of the past, but it is crucial to…
Award-winning Canadian children's musician Heather Feather has released a new version of the classic song The Cat Came Back, combining jazz-inspired arrangements with early childhood learning principles for young listeners.
LETHBRIDGE, Alta. — The Southern Alberta Ethnic Association (SAEA) welcomed community members to its annual Asian Heritage Festival at the Multicultural Centre, offering a day of cultural celebration, education, and connection. The festival highlighted the rich diversity of Asian cultures through a variety of performances, exhibits, and interactive activities. Visitors had the opportunity to experience traditional music, dance, authentic cuisine, cultural displays, and educational presentations that showcased the histories and traditions of communities from across Asia. Throughout the day, attendees enjoyed vocal and instrumental performances, cultural dances, and food vendor booths featuring traditional dishes. The event also featured cultural artifacts, multimedia presentations, and displays designed to foster a greater understanding…
Recently featured on Vancouver’s Move 103.5, the 2x iHeartRadio Future Star recipient, Olivia Penalva, highlights the desperation of self-rediscovery after heartbreak on latest single Olivia Penalva Continues Momentum in Canadian Pop Acclaimed Canadian pop singer-songwriter Olivia Penalva has released her second single of 2026, “Code Blue,” available as of May 1, 2026. The release marks another milestone in an already rapidly growing career that has seen Penalva accumulate more than 620 million global streams, over 17 million YouTube views, and chart appearances on Billboard’s Hot 100 and Canada’s Emerging Artist Chart. Penalva first gained attention at just 13 years old with her holiday single “Christmas for Two.” Since then, she…
