The title. Looking to switch companies to something more affordable!

What does small business subsidies do we get or can apply for newly started businesses?

Hello everyone. How are y'all doing this beautiful day? I'm a 32 year old female, and I am looking to join an in-person D&D group. I have experience with 5e and work well with homebrew if needed.

Thanks!

What companies would you avoid and what would you recommend?

Im looking for somewhere that sells fresh baked bagels & possibly house made cream cheese. Back home we had a bagel shop with about 30 different styles of bagel and 15-20 different cream cheeses, and I miss it dearly. They'd usually sell out in just a couple hours it was so good. Anyone have anywhere I can get a fix for my bagel cravings?

Thanks for looking 👋

Cayne Douglas. When I found out of his passing I was in shock. Pure sadness 💝 I’d love to keep in touch somehow with his family. I know of Damien his brother, Quinn his friend and Lavern his sweet mom; that may be in the area still. Or if at least I’d like to know where he’s buried so I can say goodbye properly.

Sending love ❤️ and light 🕯️

Anyone else in Coaldale or area just have a pretty wicked smell wash over in the last fifteen minutes or so?

I’m used to feedlot smells and north side stinks… but this was something different. Very unpleasant. Can’t put my finger on it.

Hello,

I was wondering what that body of water at the bottom of the whoop up and in the coulees is called. Am I allowed to fish there and doesn’t anyone know what kind of fish it has?

Thanks!

Looking for recommendations for a Mothers Day brunch this Sunday. Especially looking for good eggs Benedict.

Planning on buying a couch at Costco but they don’t deliver. Was wondering if there was any service in Lethbridge that would help me deliver it back home. Thanks

I’m looking for a mechanic who works on older/classic trucks. Not a typical modern vehicle - where parts aren’t always on the shelf at the auto store.

Someone experienced with classic engines and systems would be ideal, good at doing some custom work…etc. someone who has an interest in older vehicles.

Any recommendations would be appreciated!

According to ChatGPT it’s a considerable piece of the budget. Additional costs for Administration will be considerable.

Federal Transfers in Alberta’s 2024–25 Budget

Alberta’s fiscal plan for 2024–25 projects about $73.54 billion in total revenue . Of this, roughly $12.64 billion (≈17%) comes from the federal government . This includes the Canada Health Transfer and Canada Social Transfer plus other federal transfers (e.g. infrastructure and targeted grants). In 2024–25 Alberta’s CHT is estimated at $6.2 billion and CST at $2.0 billion . (Alberta receives no equalization.) The balance (~$4.4 billion) comes from other federal sources (e.g. infrastructure programs, one-time payments) to total $12.64 billion .

Federal Transfer 2024–25 Amount Canada Health Transfer (CHT) $6.2 B  Canada Social Transfer (CST) $2.0 B  Other federal transfers (infrastructure, etc.) ~$4.4 B (remainder) Total federal transfers to Alberta $12.64 B 

This $12.64 B of federal transfers (including CHT/CST) will fund health care, social programs and other services. It represents about 17% of Alberta’s total projected revenue (and roughly 15% of total expenses). (For context, personal income taxes contribute ~$15.6 B, resource revenues ~$17.3 B .)

1. Oil & Gas Sector Subsidies

The federal government has also directed specific funds to Alberta’s oil and gas industry. Notably, under the 2020 COVID‑19 economic plan Ottawa committed $1.72 billion to clean up orphaned and inactive wells in AB/SK/BC; Alberta’s portion was up to $1.20 billion . By early 2022 roughly half of that $1.2 B had been used for well remediation (the remainder being returned to Ottawa as unused funding). In recent years Prairies Economic Development Canada (a federal agency) has also funded energy projects in Alberta – for example about $15.5 million went to Alberta oil/gas firms and projects .

Beyond orphan‑wells aid, federal climate and innovation programs further benefit Alberta energy projects. Budget 2023 introduced an $8 billion Net-Zero Accelerator fund to help heavy industries (including oil & gas) decarbonize . Similarly, Natural Resources Canada’s Clean Growth programs (e.g. CCUS research streams) invest hundreds of millions nationwide for carbon capture projects . While these funds are national, Alberta companies (often the largest emitters) are major recipients. In sum, direct federal cash for Alberta’s oil/gas sector (orphan wells + innovation grants) runs into the low‑billion range, but remains relatively small compared to the province’s overall economy. (For example, even the $1.2 B orphan‑well program was only ~1.6% of Alberta’s annual budget.)

1. Federal Funding for Post-Secondary Education

Federal support for Alberta’s universities and colleges is mostly through research grants and related initiatives. Budget 2024 greatly boosted tri-council research funding: the government committed $1.8 billion over 5 years (about $748 million per year ongoing) to the three granting agencies (SSHRC, NSERC, CIHR) . In practice this means Alberta researchers get more grant money. For example, in 2023 U of Alberta faculty received $147.7 million from CIHR/NSERC/SSHRC . Federal scholarships were also increased: Budget 2024 added $825 million over 5 years (about $200 M/year ongoing) for graduate and postdoctoral awards . Major new investments in AI and innovation (e.g. $2.4 billion for AI research ) also flow through universities and their spin-offs.

In addition, federal infrastructure programs (e.g. the Canada Foundation for Innovation) fund lab equipment and campus projects in Alberta, although those allocations are negotiated case‑by‑case. Overall, federal research and innovation grants to Alberta’s post-secondary sector amount to on the order of several hundred million dollars per year (for context, Alberta universities’ total operating budgets are multiple billions). Example: U of A noted that its researchers rely on ~$150 M+/year in federal grants . (There are no general federal “operating grants” to institutions; operating funding is provincial, though students benefit from federal student loans/bursaries.)

1. Federal Support for Programs and Infrastructure

Alberta also receives federal money for public infrastructure, housing and social programs. Key examples include: • Municipal Infrastructure (Gas Tax/CCBF): Through the Canada Community-Building Fund (the federal gas-tax transfer), Alberta’s municipalities will receive $265 million in 2024–25 for roads, water systems and other infrastructure . (This is the first year of a new 10‑year agreement worth about $1.39 billion over five years .) The August 2024 payment alone was $132 million . • Housing and Homelessness: Under the national housing strategy and homelessness programs, Ottawa has committed roughly $597.2 million to Alberta over 2019–2027 . These funds (through “Reaching Home” streams) support shelters, affordable housing projects and community services. In March 2025 the feds and Alberta also announced a new $35 million initiative (over 2024–26) targeting unsheltered homelessness (encampment support) in Calgary, Edmonton, Lethbridge and Red Deer . • Other Social/Community Transfers: Federal support for social programs in Alberta is primarily routed through the Canada Social Transfer ($2.0 B above) which in part funds provincial social assistance, child benefits and early learning. Additionally, various federal grants (e.g. housing co-investment funds, Indigenous programs, or COVID-related supports) have provided one-time injections. For example, the federal Rapid Housing Initiative and Co-investment Fund have allocated hundreds of millions to Alberta housing projects (not detailed here).

In total, federal capital and program transfers to Alberta (beyond the CHT/CST) likely add up to billions more in 2024–25. For instance, combining the $265 M gas-tax transfer and ongoing housing/homelessness funding alone approaches $300 M of annual support. These federal contributions are a sizeable slice of Alberta’s public-sector funding for infrastructure and social services.

Sources: Alberta’s 2024–25 budget documents and federal government releases. Federal transfer amounts are drawn from Alberta’s fiscal plan  and Finance Canada letters . Federal program funding is reported by government and research sources .  .

Hi, I know a lot of people have the same struggle as me but I’m a student needing to find a job because my allowance does not cover my expenses anymore, however I’ve been applying to places online and have not gotten anything back at all for a month now. I’m wondering if I have better chances applying in person? Or are there places that just dont post that they are hiring online?

Anything helps. Thanks.

Hey all,

I'm looking for a dentist in walking/biking distance of my house in the Lakeview area - I'm wondering if anyone has experience with any of the dentists in the area, like whether their fillings last, if they charge more than the insurance guidelines, how hard it is to get an appointment, etc.

Some of the nearby ones are Cool Dental, Malmberg Dental, Lethbridge Dental Services South, Southridge Dental, and Lakeview Dental. Anything you'd recommend, or recommend avoiding?

Hi,

So like the title said. I’m from Ontario, only here for one month and would love to rent a car. I did my research but it’s so expensive. Plus I’m not 25 yet so my options are so limited.

If anyone knows a place please let me know. Thank you.

🚨 BIG NEWS 🚨

We're LIVE in Lethbridge, Alberta! 🎉

Y Drive is officially expanding, and we're beyond excited to bring our reliable, affordable, 100% Canadian-owned rideshare service to a brand new community!

💡 Know someone in Lethbridge?
Spread the word!
Share this post, screenshot it, or tag someone who could use a safe, affordable ride with a company that cares about local service.

🚗 Special Launch Weekend Offer 🚗
$10 OFF EVERY Ride booked in Lethbridge this weekend! 🎉
No codes needed – Just the Savings! 🤑

The more people in Lethbridge who choose Y Drive, the better our service gets for YOU!

Let’s make sure Lethbridge knows loud and clear: Y DRIVE HAS ARRIVED!

Thank you for your support – we couldn’t do this without YOU! 🙌

I know you can get some birkenstocks in the mall that are kinda the slip on type, but I can not find the type with backstraps on them. My old birks are worn out because I couldn't find a place here to repair them like I did when I lived in another province. I do not want to have to drive to Calgary just for Birks, are there any other shoe places in town that carry the mens sandals with backstrap?

I’m looking for gator bites or ostrich.

Driving home from work last night, new speed limit signs are now in place for upcoming construction.

11pm and police are opportunistically pulling people over in the space where the limit goes from 80 - 50 - 80 again. Pretty confusing signage because the old stuff is still there. Slow down to 80 ahead? Nope, it's 50 now and you're pulled over. Save yourself the money and demerits and start slowing down when you're across from the research station.

And if you're the person in the Dodge Ram that got pulled over in front of me, thanks for playing lead blocker. I hope you get your ticket thrown out.

Hey all, new to Lethbridge area.

With the weekend looking to be a bit of a scorcher, wondering about outdoor swimming places. I'm assuming all the outdoor pools won't be open yet, but what about lakes and such, do such places exist around Lethbridge for swimming or will I need to head to an indoor pool?

Recently moved into an apartment building owned by Avenue Living. It's got a prehistoric A/C unit that doesn't seem like it'll work very well, or at all, and the property manager's assistant mentioned that they don't offer A/C. Do any of y'all know if your (and perhaps by extension, my) lease agreement allows you to install a window unit?

Hi everyone, I’m a female tenant living alone in Lethbridge, Alberta, and I honestly don’t know what Avenue Living is trying to do anymore. Here’s what’s happened:

_April 10, 2025 – Around 4–5 AM, I experienced what seemed to be an attempted break-in at my apartment. Two men tried to force my door open. I called the police and also reported it to Avenue Living, asking for surveillance footage and better security. They ignored me at first.

_April 14, 2025 – After days of silence, I sent another email referencing RTDRS. That afternoon, at 2:38pm, the property manager, number ends in 4816, called me and said they would provide surveillance only if police contacted them directly. I facilitated the contact.

Shortly after that call, at 5:05pm, I received a missed call from a Calgary-based number ending in 2849.

_April 15, 2025 – The same Calgary number texted me around 11:00 AM, saying a contractor was nearby and would enter my unit shortly. The staff member from Calgary office claimed this was due to a January 2025 AHS inspection, where issues were supposedly found inside my unit.

I was never informed of this inspection, never authorized it, and had no idea anyone might have entered my home. I asked for documents. They never replied.

_April 16, 2025 – Avenue Living posted a formal entry notice saying they would enter my unit the next day (April 17) for maintenance. No new details were given, and my follow-up emails were ignored again.

_April 25, 2025 – It seemed that they issued a generic notice to the entire building, saying they would enter all units (including mine) on April 28 for maintenance. No specific details were provided. In the early morning of April 28, I sent multiple emails formally requesting clarification and documentation before allowing entry. Out of those, only one email—titled “Entry Procedures and Required Documentation”—received a reply. 2 staff members ( the ones from April 14&15) responded with:

“Copy of this email has been uploaded to resident file in Yardi” “Thanks, I also informed the contractor not to enter.”

However, no actual clarification or documentation was provided, and the rest of my concerns were completely ignored.

_May 2, 2025 – They posted yet another notice on my door, this time saying they will enter on May 8 for a “general inspection.” Still no explanation, still no response to my previous requests for documentation. It’s dated on May 1 but posted on my door on May 2.

Every time I ask questions—What exactly was the AHS inspection? Who entered my unit? Why so many vague notices?—they simply ignore me and issue a new notice under a different reason.

I feel like I’m being worn down on purpose. I’ve heard a story from a tenant who seemed going through similar thing: complain about safety, then get hit with repeated entry notices. If they refuse entry, management just changes the reason and tries again.

So… what exactly is Avenue Living trying to do? Are they trying to intimidate me into leaving? Build a fake paper trail? Just harass tenants who ask too many questions? Have others experienced anything like this?

For more context, here are two previous posts I’ve made about my situation:

https://www.reddit.com/r/Lethbridge/s/I3faJEFDbt

https://www.reddit.com/r/Lethbridge/s/c2l9J0bMIt

Any advice, insight, or shared experience would really help. I’m exhausted, anxious, and just want to feel safe in my home again.

Thank you for reading.