Job Title: Finance & Admin Assistant Reports to: Business ManagerWork Term: September 1, 2026–September 30, 2027 (13-month term)Work Hours: Flexible, up to a maximum of 20 hours per month based on operational needs. Staff are expected to work from The Meliorist’s on-campus office for a minimum of 10 hours per month.Compensation: $17–$22/hour, dependent on experience. How to Apply Please submit your resume/CV and a cover letter to hiring@themeliorist.ca. Questions regarding the position may also be directed to hiring@themeliorist.ca. About The Meliorist The Meliorist is an independent, student-driven nonprofit at the University of Lethbridge. Through creative and dynamic publishing, we support emerging storytellers, amplify diverse voices, and connect students with the…
Position Title: Section Editor Reports to: Editor-in-Chief (EIC)Work Term: September 1, 2026 to May 30, 2027Work Hours: Scheduling is flexible, and hours will vary from month to month, up to a maximum of 20 hours. Staff are expected to work from our on-campus office a minimum of 12 hours per month.Compensation: $17–20/hour, dependent on experience. How to Apply:Please submit your resume and a writing sample to hiring@themeliorist.ca. Applications close August 26, 2026. Questions regarding this position may also be directed to hiring@themeliorist.ca. Position Description Section Editors are responsible for overseeing the editorial quality and development of content within their assigned section of The Meliorist. Working closely with writers and the…
Job Title: Social Media Coordinator Reports to: Editor-in-ChiefWork Term: September 1, 2026–April 30, 2027Work Hours: Flexible, approximately 10–15 hours per month. Scheduling will vary based on campaigns, events, and the publication cycle.Location: Hybrid — University of Lethbridge Campus & RemoteCompensation: 17–20/hour, dependent on experience. How to Apply Please submit your resume/CV and cover letter to hiring@themeliorist.ca by August 26, 2026. Work samples may include social media content, graphics, photography, videos, marketing materials, or other relevant creative work. Previous professional experience is not required. Questions regarding the position may also be directed to hiring@themeliorist.ca. About The Meliorist The Meliorist is an independent, student-driven nonprofit at the University of Lethbridge. Through creative…
Job Title: Reporter/Writer Reports to: Editor-in-ChiefWork Term: September 1, 2026–April 30, 2027Work Hours: Flexible, with hours varying based on the publication cycle and reporting assignments, up to a maximum of 20 hours per month. Staff are expected to work from The Meliorist’s on-campus office for a minimum of 6 hours per month.Compensation: 17–$ 20/hour, depending on experience. How to Apply Please submit your resume/CV and a writing sample to hiring@themeliorist.ca by August 26, 2026. Questions regarding the position may also be directed to hiring@themeliorist.ca. About The Meliorist The Meliorist is an independent, student-driven nonprofit at the University of Lethbridge. Through creative and dynamic publishing, we support emerging storytellers, amplify diverse…
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…
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…
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…
