Living in Lethbridge
About Lethbridge
Home to 95,000 people, Lethbridge is a place where ideas grow. We are a campus community. Culturally vibrant with a flourishing arts scene and active social scene. Alberta’s big sky. Stunning scenery (the High Level Bridge and the Oldman River). Four distinct seasons. Spectacular sunrises and glowing sunsets. Look west and you’ll see vast prairies and the peaks of the Rocky Mountains, which are only a short drive away (unbelievable skiing, boarding, biking, hiking and camping opportunities await). Drive anywhere in our city in 20 minutes.
With both a college and a university, Lethbridge is a varsity town. This means there is plenty to do both on campus and off. Listen to a band, go for coffee, watch a movie (we have a theatre — owned and operated by a uLethbridge alumnus — where movies are only $4!), check out festival square or go to a play in Galt Gardens, sing at an open mic or check out a comedy show. There’s truly something for everyone.
On Campus - The University of Lethbridge offers a wide range of housing options on campus, and by living on our campus, you are steps away from classes, faculty members' offices, student services, study rooms and the library, as well as social, exercise and recreational spaces. For more information please visit the Housing Services webpage.
Off Campus - Lethbridge has numerous off-campus housing options available, ranging from full houses, apartments and townhouses to bedrooms in houses, basement suites and more. Visit uLethbridge off Campus Housing for listings in the city and surrounding area.
You'll find a variety of places to shop, whether at a mall, big-box chain stores or locally owned boutiques, in Lethbridge. Although many retailers are located downtown, you can buy food, clothing, furniture, electronics and gifts throughout the city.
Check out the Lethbridge Transit website for complete information.
Lethbridge is a mere two hours from the Rocky Mountains, Calgary, the US border and the British Columbia border — and four hours to the Saskatchewan border — making it an easy place to get to... find adventure!