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1 month ago | globalnews.ca | Nakoda Thunderchief

In a significant step toward improving emergency services, Blood Tribe Emergency Services has partnered with Lethbridge Fire and Emergency Services to transition fire dispatch operations to the Public Safety Communication Centre. This move builds on years of collaboration between the two organizations, ensuring that firefighters receive vital information quickly and efficiently during emergencies.

2 months ago | globalnews.ca | Nakoda Thunderchief

Family, friends and Lethbridge community leaders gathered at Green Acres Foundation Sunday to celebrate a remarkable milestone - Edith Stewart's 100th birthday. The centenarian, who has witnessed a century of change and progress, was honored not only for her longevity but for her years of dedication to the community. Among those in attendance were the mayor and the police chief, who recognized Edith's contributions, including 22 years of volunteer service with Meals on Wheels.

2 months ago | globalnews.ca | Nakoda Thunderchief

As the threat of trade war between Canada and the U.S. looms, more Canadians are focused on buying local. A Valentine's Market, hosted by the Domesticated Divas in Lethbridge, has provided the chance for shoppers to support local businesses. "A lot of our shoppers... are loving that they can support people within their community," said event organizer Gita Kaura. We are here to help build each other and help support each other to keep the money in the community and just supporting each other.

2 months ago | globalnews.ca | Nakoda Thunderchief

Calgary is establishing itself as a growing player in the tech and video game development sectors, as the city works to diversify its economy. Events like the Global Game Jam, hosted locally by the Calgary Game Developers Association at the Platform Innovation Centre, are bringing together developers of all levels to collaborate and create.

Jan 6, 2025 | globalnews.ca | Nakoda Thunderchief

Niitstitapi (The Real People) is a short film that has already made its international debut, but on Saturday night it made its Alberta premiere in Lethbridge. The film takes a closer look at the Blackfoot Confederacy, an ancient alliance of Blackfoot-speaking nations united by land, language and culture. Their ancestral territory spans the North American continental divide, encompassing mountains, rivers and prairies from the Rockies to the plains.