Home and Community
Learn how to care for a Canadian home, what is expected of you as a renter or homeowner, general information about what’s happening in your community, and facilities available to you.
Public Speaking
Toastmasters International: practice your English skills and learn to be more confident when speaking to a group (four clubs in Lethbridge)
Volunteering
Volunteer Lethbridge: give back to your city by volunteering at one of many businesses and organizations in Lethbridge.
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• Volunteer Lethbridge will help you find a volunteer position to suit your interest and availability.
Libraries
Lethbridge Public Library: Lethbridge has two main library locations and a travelling “bookmobile” that brings books into city neighbourhoods.
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These libraries also let you borrow music, toys, sporting equipment, movies and other items. The libraries also have lots of classes and events. All services are free for people who live in Lethbridge.
Utilities and Waste management
Waste and Recycling (City of Lethbridge)
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• City of Lethbridge Utilities: how to get electricity and water connected to your home, and information about paying for electricity, water, garbage removal and recycling.
• Waste and Recycling (City of Lethbridge)
Food and Shopping
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• Food and Grocery Options for Newcomers to Canada: learn the different options for buying food in Canada, where to look for foods from your culture, the different types of food stores you may see and how to find lower-cost stores and discounts
• Some Shopping Tips: helpful ideas about what to expect when you shop in a Canadian store and information about paying for and returning items
• Three ways for newcomers to Canada to save money at the grocery store
Renting a Home
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• Information for landlords and tenants: renting a home, ending your rental period, and common problems you might have with your landlord
• Landlords and tenants-Rights and responsibilities: learn your rights as a tenant, and what responsibilities you have to your landlord
• Lethbridge Housing Authority: helps people in Lethbridge find safe, affordable and supportive housing for eligible renters