LNID Main Office

office address
2821 - 18 Avenue North
Lethbridge, AB T1H 6T5
business hours
8:00am - 12:15pm and
1:00pm - 4:00pm
Monday - Friday
Next office closure
Friday, Dec 19, 2025
Office is closed after 11:00am for a Holiday Staff Luncheon

Contact Us

office phone (403) 327-3302

Important Notices

Reminder - Payment Information for 2025

Payment Deadlines:
  • All invoices must be paid by December 31, 2025 to avoid an 8% penalty on January 1, 2026.
Payment Options:

Payments can be made via the following methods:

  • Cash
  • Cheque
  • E-Transfer (send to ar@lnid.ca, referencing account number and/or name), or
  • Online Banking
Cheque Payments:

Cheques must be postmarked by the respective due dates to qualify for discounts or avoid penalties:

  • In Person: Office hours are 8:00 am to 4:00 pm, Monday to Friday (excluding statutory holidays).
  • Postdated Cheques: Cheques may be postdated for the due date and mailed in advance. The LNID will hold and process the cheque on the postdated date.
  • LNID Mailbox: Secure drop-off is available at the LNID office’s outside entryway mailbox.
  • Standard Mail: Mailed cheques must be postmarked by December 31, 2025 for full payment.

Important: If mailing close to the deadline, request a manual postmark from your post office to avoid delays in the Calgary’s sorting process.

Online Payments:

Available through the following institutions:

  • ATB Financial
  • BMO Bank of Montreal
  • CIBC
  • Scotiabank
  • RBC Royal Bank
  • TD Canada Trust
  • All credit unions

Account Number: Your account number is the 5-digit number located in the upper right corner of your invoice.

Receipts: Receipts will only be provided for cash payments or upon request.

For any questions or clarification, please contact the LNID office either by phone (403-327-3302) or email (lnid@telus.net).

Transfer of Irrigation Acres - Resolution

Applications will be accepted for the transfer of irrigation acres from one parcel to another until February 27, 2026 for the 2026 irrigation season, in accordance with Section 26 of the Irrigation Districts Act.

The parcels involved in the proposed Transfer must be:

  • served by the same Irrigation District; and,
  • signed by both parties to the proposed Transfer.

All applications to transfer acres are subject to the approval of the Board of Directors.

Alternate Parcel Irrigation - Resolution

Applications will be accepted for irrigation of an alternate parcel until March 31, 2026 for the 2026 irrigation season, in accordance with Section 25 of the Irrigation Districts Act.

Proper application forms can be obtained from the District Office (2821 18 Ave N, Lethbridge, AB T1H 6T5).

Please note:

  • These applications are for Irrigators that wish to irrigate an alternate parcel not included on the Assessment Roll in lieu of using water to irrigate irrigation acres if the Irrigator is the Owner or Lessee of the alternate parcel.
  • If the parcel is leased, the application must include consent of the Owner.
  • The term of the agreement, if approved, will commence May 1, 2026 and expire December 31, 2026.

The Board of Directors will approve or deny all Applications by April 30, 2026 and notifications will be sent to the Applicants.

2025 Water Coordinator Divisions

WATER COORDINATOR DIVISIONS

The LNID Water Coordinator divisions have been changed for the 2025 irrigation season, all divisions and information have been updated on the website.

The Water Coordinators, and their contact information, is as follows:

Macleod Keho: Patrick Pavka, 403-308-9026

Monarch: John Degenstein, 403-308-4453

Park Lake: Mike McCloud, 403-634-8449

Albion: Tyson Gates, 403-382-5845

Butte: Walter Engels, 403-382-5840

Turin: Aaron Keeling, 403-382-5851

For a map of the 2025 Water Divisions, please click here.

No Hunting on District Property

The district administration would like to remind all residents and visitors that hunting of any kind is strictly prohibited on district land. This prohibition is in place to ensure the safety of all individuals on district land, as well as to protect the natural habitat and wildlife within the area.

The prohibition on hunting includes, but is not limited to, the use of firearms, bows and arrows, traps, and any other devices used to capture or kill animals. This prohibition applies to all individuals, regardless of whether they are residents of the district or not.

Any individuals found to be hunting on district land will be asked to leave the area immediately and may be subject to legal action. The district administration takes this matter very seriously and will take all necessary measures to enforce this prohibition.

We appreciate your cooperation in helping to maintain a safe and enjoyable environment for all on district land. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact the district administration. Thank you for your understanding and compliance.

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History of Lethbridge Northern Irrigation District

The History Book is available for pick up at the District Office! The cost of the book is $26.25 (GST inclusive) each.

Payment can be made in cash, cheque, online banking for Lethbridge Northern Irrigation District Account #12345 or your own account with Lethbridge Northern Irrigation District.

LNID now accepts e-transfers via email at ar@lnid.ca. In "Memo", please indicate "History Book".

Only $26.25 (GST inclusive)

Did you know?

As of 2023, the LNID maintains:

  • 234.6km of canal
  • 706.7km of pipeline
  • 102.6km of drainage canals
  • 116.1km of natural drains