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
Wednesday, Dec 25, 2024
Christmas Day (closed until Monday, December 30, 2024)

Contact Us

office phone (403) 327-3302

Important Notices

2024 Board Election: Results

The LNID would like to welcome Arnie Bergen-Henengouwen to the Board of Directors, as the elected candidate for Electoral Division No. 3.

The Board of Directors is as follows:

Division 1: Peter Bos

Division 2: Martin Van Diemen

Division 3: Arnie Bergen-Henengouwen

Division 4: Calvin Konynenbelt

Division 5: Sonny Wierenga

2024 Weed Control Treatments

The Lethbridge Northern Irrigation District will be controlling broadleaf weeds along its right-of-ways for the 2024 irrigation season. The chemicals used will be Dycleer, 2,4-D Amine 600 and Amine 500 herbicides. Round-up will also be used for weed control on graveled driving banks and for reed canary grass control. This Spray program will be starting in May of 2024 and will continue to the end of the irrigation season.

Also included in this weed control program will be the treatments for aquatic weeds. To control these aquatic weeds, the Lethbridge Northern Irrigation District may be treating the Canals noted below on the approximate dates shown during the 2024 irrigation season. The Canals will be treated with Magnicide H (Acrolein, Inhibited) to control the growth of aquatic weeds and algae.

Projected 2024 Aquatic Treatment Locations & Dates:

MONARCH DRAIN TP 10 RGE 23

LATERAL 61C CANAL TP 9/10 RGE 22

LATERAL 62G CANAL TP 11/12 RGE 21

LATERAL 62J CANAL TP 11 RGE 20/21

LATERAL K1 CANAL TP 11/12 RGE 19/20

LATERAL 62K CANAL TP 11 RGE 19/20

WEEKS OF:

MAY 13, 20, 27 JUNE 3, 10, 17, 24 JULY 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 AUG. 5, 12, 19, 26 SEPT. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30

All sub laterals that take water from the above noted laterals may/will be affected by these treatments. Please read the supplied material if you have land by these treatments or receive water from these canals.

This weed control program is administered by licensed applicators under the approval from Alberta Environment & Protected Areas. Go to www.lnid.ca to view a detailed map of the above referenced areas and updated information.

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.

Announcements

  • Participate in Oldman Watershed Council Producer Consultation Events

    October 31, 2024

    Good Morning LNID Water Users,

    Oldman Watershed Council (OWC) is looking for participants!

    Read more
  • Participate in “Water Sustainability in Alberta’s Agriculture through Digitalization”

    October 24, 2024

    The University of Calgary Simpson Centre’s Policy Lab is looking for participants for their “Water Sustainability in Alberta’s Agriculture through Digitalization” initiative. The initiative will include three (3) sessions over the next two (2) years. They are looking for participants from agriculture to collaborate with representatives from other sectors to shape policies. This would include bringing forward ideas and opinions on digital agriculture technologies, data privatization, and a willingness to share data.

    If any LNID water users are interested or have questions, please email lnid@telus.net.

    Read more
  • Transfer of Irrigation Acres & Alternate Parcel Agreements

    October 24, 2024

    TRANSFER OF IRRIGATION ACRES

    (Irrigation Districts Act, Section 26)

    Read more
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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