Alberta's provincial election seems to be a self-fulfilling prophecy. When the Wildrose Party (formally Wildrose Alliance) began to see a rise in popularity and gained a few former Progressive Conservative backbenchers, media pundits were quick to point out that when an Alberta political dynasty falls, it falls hard. Across the province, polls are reporting anywhere from 30 to 74 seats for the Wildrose Party, and a fall from grace for the Progressive Conservatives. The Calgary and Edmonton battlegrounds are widely reported on but south, in the land of status quo, a very interesting thing is happening.

The Elect Lethbridge manifesto

It’s municipal election season, and such as other cities have seen, a few concerned and active citizens came together to create this open forum. A public space where open and respectful discussion can be had about the politics, and activities of the city of Lethbridge.

We have a lot happening in Lethbridge, including a change in mayor and a potential shake-up of city council. As election contenders come out, Elect Lethbridge aims to cover them and their platforms. However, Elect Lethbridge is not limited to candidacy debate. It has a broader mandate: to enlighten the citizens of Lethbridge of municipal events and controversies.

Join Amnesty International to launch the Dignity Campaign in southern Alberta!

See the premiere of the film "Poverty of Justice." This film was made with three communities who tell their own stories of the human rights abuses that keep them in poverty. The stories are from Kenya, Peru, and Little Buffalo, Alberta (Lubicon Lake Cree).

Enjoy free refreshments, and meet members of local anti-poverty organizations.

Join us on International Human Rights Day to write 300 letters for human rights in Lethbridge! Free entertainment, refreshments and door prizes! Fun for all ages - free public event.

Amnesty International Letter Writing Circle

Join us to write letters for our adopted prisoner of conscience. Enjoy a cup of coffee or tea, and lively conversation. Children are welcome to attend and do arts and crafts.

Meet in front of MP Rick Casson's office in Lethbridge, Alberta. Wear green. This is a peaceful rally organized by Amnesty International Lethbridge to show concern over repression and violence toward peaceful demonstrators and media in Iran.

Eat out on June 10 at any of these restaurants, and help support Amnesty International Lethbridge! Each of these restaurants is making a donation of a percentage of their profits on that day to Amnesty International Lethbridge. Please support them and support Amnesty!

The Abyssinian Restaurant

Esquires

The All Canadian Chip Truck

The Guesthouse

Miro Bistro

Round Street Cafe

Spring Rolls Restaurant

Join us to write letters for human rights. We are working on a long term appeal for U Gambira, Burmese monk, who was imprisoned after taking part in a peaceful demonstration in 2007.

We supply the coffee and tea, stamps, and stationery, plus crafts for kids and great company!

Everyone is welcome - free public event!

Spend an hour to make a difference in the world.