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Cell Phones for Safety: Did You Get a Cell Phone for Christmas?
The Cellphones for Safety Campaign aims to collect used phones for distribution to victims of abuse and violence to assist in their safety and independence.
College Ford Lincoln Creates a Mountain of Toys for Angel Tree
This is the sixth year that College Ford Lincoln has committed to collecting hundreds of toys for the Angel Tree Christmas Campaign.
Lethbridge Police hosting 5th Annual Charity Checkstop in Support of Christmas Hope
The 5th Annual Charity Checkstop is on Saturday, November 30, 2024, from noon to 4 pm. Lethbridge Police officers will be at the Park Place Mall’s west parking lot (by the old Sears), collecting new unwrapped toys, non-perishable food items and cash donations in support of Christmas Hope.
Angel Tree 2024 Officially Launches with Avonlea Homes
The 32nd annual Angel Tree Christmas Campaign has officially launched with support from the Presenting Sponsor, Avonlea Homes.
National Salvage Supports Angel Tree with Skip the Scale for Charity Program
Thanks to our friends at National Salvage, all of the scrap metal donated at their “Skip the Scale” bin during the month of October will be turned into funds and donated to the Lethbridge Family Services Angel Tree Christmas Campaign.
Announcing 2024 Friends of the Family Awards and New Annual Report
Lethbridge Family Services is proud to announce the recipients of this year’s Friend of the Family Awards. Our Friends of the Family have been recognized since 1988, and to date, there have been 121 recipients.
Second Group of RISE Participants Graduate from Valuable Vocational Program
For the second year, our DaCapo Disability Services department has presented RISE, a cutting-edge program that aims to elevate employment outcomes for individuals with developmental disabilities.
Lethbridge & District Exhibition Lotteries Partners to Support Lethbridge Family Services
Southern Alberta’s premier lotteries program gives Albertans the chance to win big, as the Lethbridge & District Exhibition 50/50 Lottery begins its third year.
The Annie Effect: “Do Better, Be Better, Love Better”
To celebrate what would have been Annie’s 2nd birthday, Bekah, her family and friends, and Lethbridge Family Services, are organizing a community collection drive for the second year in a row.
Summer Events and Volunteer Opportunities at LFS
Want to score a free ticket to Whoop-Up Days in August? It’s going to be a busy summer at LFS! Keep reading for summer news and opportunities.
Martha's House Donates Backpacks and Supplies to LFS Newcomer Girls Group
Aramark - Martha’s House in Lethbridge volunteered to gather funds and items to fill backpacks for the LFS Newcomer Girls Club.
New Media Internships Build Skills for Students & Alumni
For non-profits like Lethbridge Family Services, it can be challenging to tackle strategic projects outside the scope of funding and staff capacity. Having the expertise of emerging professionals is critical for both student growth and organizational success.
Alberta Government Resources for Ukrainians
Ukrainian evacuees can find government programs and services to help them resettle and integrate into Alberta.
Mentors Needed for Immigrant Services Career Mentorship Program
Career mentors needed! Our Career Mentorship Program brings foreign-trained newcomers and established Canadian professionals together to share experience, knowledge, and connections.
Community Resources for Tax Filing Support
It’s tax time! Please note that Lethbridge Family Services does not provide tax services. However, you may be eligible to have your taxes filed for free through our community partners in the Lethbridge area.
LFS Home Services Hosting Job Fairs Across Southwestern Alberta
LFS Home Services is hosting two networking events in the Crowsnest Pass and Pincher Creek. These job fairs are important opportunities for those looking to get started in the healthcare field to meet and talk with LFS home care professionals.
Lethbridge Family Services Partners with Wellspring Alberta
Lethbridge Family Services is proud to announce that it has partnered with Wellspring Alberta to help build a stronger and more accessible cancer support community in southern Alberta.
Angel Tree Christmas Campaign Officially Launches with Avonlea Homes
The 31st annual Angel Tree Christmas Campaign officially launched on Tuesday, November 14, 2023 with our new Presenting sponsor, Avonlea Homes.
First Class of RISE Program Participants Graduate and Achieve Success
RISE is recognized by the Government of Alberta as a transitional vocational program. Participants develop the necessary skills through in-class instruction and work-integrated learning, to prepare for the transition to competitive and meaningful employment.
New Suitcases for Kids Initiative for Foster Children
October is Foster and Kinship Caregiver Month in Alberta, so we thought it fitting to talk about our new initiative for foster children.