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

LNID CALL TO ACTION

LNID WATER USERS, PARTNERS, STAKEHOLDERS AND VENDORS,

All Water Users Need to Participate in AEPA Water Availability Engagement

LNID, as a member of the Alberta Irrigation Districts Association (AIDA), was notified recently by Alberta Environment and Protected Areas that they have opened a review and engagement of the Water Act. This may result in amendments affecting Water Licences for LNID, private irrigators, feedlots, and the entire irrigated agriculture sector.

We are requesting your involvement in the engagement process. This initiative needs a strong response, and so we ask LNID irrigators, and all the entire irrigated agriculture sector, to step up to reinforce the work of the LNID Board and staff, AIDA, as well as our municipal and industrial partners in voicing concerns and suggestions.

What can you do?

Attend regional open houses:

Southern Alberta dates

  • November 28 at 5:30 pm – In-person open house – Lethbridge at the Sandman Signature Lethbridge Lodge

Central and northern Alberta dates

Complete Online Surveys:

Brief Survey

Detailed Survey

Why is this important?

There is a risk of clawback of our water licences under the misperception that we do not use our full licenced allocation.

We are responsible stewards of our licences in reducing use when supply is low and placing the needs of our communities, industry and livestock sustenance first. We should not be punished for this. Our licences are sized to allow for a high demand/ high supply year, such as using 94.9% of our licenced volume in 2001. We used 55% of our licence this year in response to low water supply in 2023 and extending into early 2024.

The Alberta government and individual irrigators have invested heavily over decades in the development, rehabilitation and modernization of irrigation storage, conveyance and on-farm irrigation infrastructure, as well as specialized equipment and facilities for value-added crop development and livestock production.

Any clawback of our water licences now or in future will reduce yield and quality potential, and potentially set up the irrigated agriculture sector for disaster. This risk extends from our irrigators to processors, seed/fertilizer/equipment suppliers, financial, insurance and other secondary services, and ultimately to the communities that grow and thrive in our region as a result of this investment.

Additional Information:

AIDA prepared a document summarizing the Provincial Water Availability Engagement and outlining key messages for the Irrigation Sector. The document has been attached to this email, and has been made available on the LNID website at this link.

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

  • LNID CALL TO ACTION: All Water Users Need to Participate in AEPA Water Availability Engagement

    November 20, 2024

    LNID WATER USERS, PARTNERS, STAKEHOLDERS, AND VENDORS…

    LNID, as a member of the Alberta Irrigation Districts Association (AIDA), was notified recently by Alberta Environment and Protected Areas that they have opened a review and engagement of the Water Act. This may result in amendments affecting Water Licences for LNID, private irrigators, feedlots, and the entire irrigated agriculture sector.

    Read more
  • 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
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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