September 29, 2025
Due to the ongoing Canada Post mail strike, paper copies of your 2025 billing statements will not be mailed. However, payment deadlines remain unchanged.
September 19, 2025
The LNID Board of Directors has set Friday, October 10, 2025 as the water shut off date for the 2025 irrigation season, subject to weather conditions.
June 27, 2025
The recent rain was welcome, but we are still looking at a reduced water supply outlook compared to early Spring. The Board advises that allocation will not be increased for the remainder of the 2025 irrigation season and will remain at 14" per irrigated acre.
June 3, 2025
Are dryland corners a struggle in your irrigated fields? Are you looking for ways to manage these areas more effectively?
Farming Smarter is looking for survey participants in their “No Acre Left Behind: Our Dryland Corner Study"!
April 11, 2025
Good afternoon LNID Water Users and Stakeholders,
Please be notified that, after the close of nominations, Sonny Wierenga has been elected by acclamation to the Lethbridge Northern Irrigation District Board of Directors for Electoral Division No. 5.
April 3, 2025
This annual event is a province-wide open house where Albertans are invited to step onto farms and experience firsthand where their food comes from. From on-farm culinary experiences to educational demonstrations, Open Farm Days highlight the vital role agriculture plays in our lives and economy.
April 1, 2025
The LNID Board continues to monitor the water supply outlook as the 2025 irrigation season approaches. As of March 28, 2025 the Oldman Reservoir level remains at approximately 55% of full volume. Although snowpack remains below 2024's levels overall, the Gardiner snow pillow, the primary indicator for LNID headwaters runoff, is currently above the lower quartile.
The LNID 2025 Water Allocation will be considered by the Board at the upcoming April 15, 2025 meeting. The Board will refer to the Water Supply Outlook available at that time to make an informed decision regarding allocation.
Payments can be made via the following methods:
Cheques must be postmarked by the respective due dates to qualify for discounts or avoid penalties:
Important: If mailing close to the deadline, request a manual postmark from your post office to avoid delays in the Calgary’s sorting process.
Available through the following institutions:
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).
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:
All applications to transfer acres are subject to the approval of the Board of Directors.
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:
The Board of Directors will approve or deny all Applications by April 30, 2026 and notifications will be sent to the Applicants.
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.
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.
Annual report prepared by the Board of Directors. This report outlines the operational and financial state of the district and provides details about the district's current projects and infrastructure.
Information used in the Water Supply Update as of July 31, 2024.
Annual report prepared by the Board of Directors. This report outlines the operational and financial state of the district and provides details about the district's current projects and infrastructure.
The District Newsletter provides water users with a synopsis of information that is relevant to them.