With the threat of US trade tariffs, are Canada’s political leaders responding effectively?
Shannon Phillips
Thursday, February 20, 2025 12:00 PM
Lethbridge Senior Citizens Organization
Canada has experienced a disruptive start to 2025, with PM Justin Trudeau stepping down as Liberal leader, prompting a leadership campaign and a prorogued parliament . With a federal election looming, Canadians, among other problems, are facing affordability issues and to top it off, US President Donald Trump threatened to impose 25-percent tariffs on a wide range of imports from Canada and 10-percent tariffs on oil and gas. Those US tariffs were set to begin Feb 4, but have been delayed by at least 30 days as the countries work together on border security and trade imbalance.
Why will your food prices remain elevated?
Derek Melting Tallow, Program Director of Secure Your Food (SYF) Program
Thursday, February 27, 2025 12:00 PM
Lethbridge Senior Citizens Organization
Since 2017, the Secure Your Food Program (SYF) has known that food prices will rise due to systemic issues. Other contributing factors such as history, war, climate change, etc., will also keep prices elevated for the foreseeable future. SYF can confidently summarize for you and your family why this is happening and why it’s important to prepare during these volatile times. SYF works at all levels of society to improve food security.
Coal Mining in the Oldman River Watershed: What are the Risks - and Benefits?
Wednesday, March 5, 2025 5:00 PM
Southminster Church
More details on our special panel discussion coming soon
Lethbridge Policing: After Four Years of Change and Progress, what is Different?
Shahin Mehdizadeh, Lethbridge Police Service Chief
Thursday, March 6, 2025 12:00 PM
Lethbridge Senior Citizens Organization
Building a stronger, more accountable and community-driven police service is paramount to fostering public trust. “Lethbridge Policing: Four Years of Change and Progress” highlights the transformation of the Lethbridge Police Service from late 2020 to today. When Chief Shahin Mehdizadeh was sworn in, LPS faced a series of internal morale issues and significant public scrutiny. His presentation will discuss the reforms that have taken place since that time to change organizational culture, prioritize employee well-being and the journey to rebuild fractured relationships.
How do Neighbourhood Connections support a Stronger, more Resilient City?
Jerry Firth, Community Development Officer
Thursday, March 20, 2025 12:00 PM
Lethbridge Senior Citizens Organization
Neighbourhood connections are the foundation of a resilient city. They enhance safety, well-being, and local engagement, strengthening Lethbridge as a whole. This session explores why these connections matter, insights from the Neighbourhood Engagement Project, and the role of neighbourhood associations—like the League of YQL Neighbourhoods—in fostering community. Beyond discussion, this is a call to action: whether by engaging with neighbours, supporting local initiatives, or simply being a friendly presence, small efforts make a big impact.