All invoices must be paid by December 31, 2026 to avoid an 8% penalty on January 1, 2027.
Irrigation Acre Assessments:
A 2.5% discount is available on qualifying 2026 Irrigation Acre assessments. To receive this discount, payment must be received by October 31, 2026.
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).
LNID Board of Directors and Leadership Team have completed the 2026-2028 LNID Strategic Plan.
To be a leader in sustainable water management.
To serve our water users through responsible delivery of irrigation water.
Our People: An informed and innovative board and leadership team supporting engaged staff in a healthy and safe work environment.
Our Pursuit of Excellence: Acting professionally with integrity in providing reliable service by qualified and competent staff.
Our Stewardship of Water: Responsible management of the available irrigation water supply conveyed efficiently through a reliable distribution network.
Our Financial Accountability: Efficient, accountable stewardship of financial resources to balance short and long-term needs.
Our Reputation & Relationships: Being a trusted and approachable organization that fosters productive relationships with our water users, partners, indigenous neighbours, and surrounding communities.
Our Place in the Watershed: Promoting environmental and economic sustainability of the land and water upon which our irrigation district lies.
A full copy of the Strategic Plan is available here.
Division 1: Peter Bos
Division 2: Peter Vanden Dool
Division 3: Arnie Bergen-Henengouwen, Vice Chair
Division 4: Calvin Konynenbelt, Board Chair
Division 5: Sonny Wierenga
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: Rob Scheit, 403-382-5851
For a map of the Water Divisions, please click here.
A minimum 24-hour advance notice is required for both turning water on and turning water off. Water orders for the next day must be received the day before no later than 10:00AM.
Contact your Water Coordinator by text message, email, or phone call to place your water order with the following information:
Your Water Coordinator will respond confirming they have received your water order. Water orders are incomplete until confirmation is received.
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.
September 18, 2026
The LNID Board of Directors has set the final day of District-wide water delivery as Tuesday, October 6, 2026, subject to weather and operational constraints.
August 21, 2026
WATER ALLOCATION - 16" per irrigated acre
The Board reviewed water allocation at their August 19th meeting and will hold the 16" per irrigated acre water allocation established in April through to the end of the 2026 irrigation season.
June 26, 2026
It is with great sadness that the family of Rick Ross, former LNID General Manager, announces his passing on Thursday, June 11, 2026 at the age of 82 years.
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)
The District Water Licences total 334,350 acre-feet. 3,069 acre-feet of which are currently being used for non-irrigation purposes (ie. domestic usage, industrial usage, greenhouses, etc.).