Blaine Hyggen

Mayor of Lethbridge, AB Canada, the best place to work, play and raise a family! Views expressed are my own. My Mayor account is @MayorHyggen

[Mayor Hyggen @MayorHyggen]

Last Friday, we were honoured to participate in the Philippine flag raising at City Hall, celebrating the rich culture, history, and contributions of the Filipino community.

As I was unable to attend, Deputy Mayor Dodic shared remarks on behalf of the City recognizing the importance of this day and the vibrant Filipino community that continues to shape our city.

This year’s celebration was especially meaningful as we recognize Councillor Rufa Doria, the first Filipino Councillor in Alberta — a historic milestone and a proud moment for our community.

Mabuhay!
#yql  
@LethbridgeCity

[Mayor Hyggen @MayorHyggen]

Today, we pause to remember the courage, sacrifice, and determination of those who took part in D-Day on June 6, 1944.

On the beaches of Normandy, thousands of Allied soldiers, including more than 14,000 brave Canadians, faced unimaginable danger in the fight for freedom. Many never returned home, and their sacrifice helped change the course of history.

As we mark this important anniversary, we honour the veterans who served, those who gave their lives, and the families who carried their legacy forward. Their bravery reminds us that freedom is never free and that we all share a responsibility to protect the values of democracy, peace, and unity.

Lest we forget. 🇨🇦

#DDay #NeverForget #LestWeForget #CanadaRemembers #Normandy #HonorAndRemember #Lethbridge #YQL

[Dory Rossiter @CTVDory]

Wow! $76,000 was raised! Thanks to everyone who bought a smile cookie! @Bouletbe @CTVLethbridge @BridgeCityNews @GinaCTV @JSchmidtRempel @Hyggen

[Mayor Hyggen @MayorHyggen]

Happy Mother’s Day to all the incredible moms, grandmothers, stepmoms, foster moms, and mother figures in our community.

Today, we celebrate the love, strength, compassion, and endless support you give each and every day. Your care shapes families, builds communities, and inspires future generations.

Thank you for the sacrifices you make, the lessons you teach, and the kindness you share so freely. Whether today is filled with celebration, reflection, or remembrance, know that you are appreciated and valued.

Wishing you a day filled with love, laughter, and special moments with those who matter most.

Happy Mother’s Day, Lethbridge. 💐

#MothersDay #Lethbridge #Community #Family #Gratitude #yql

[Mayor Hyggen @MayorHyggen]

Mental Health Week | May 4–10

This week marks Mental Health Week in Canada, led by the Canadian Mental Health Association, with this year’s theme: “Come Together, Canada.”

Connection matters. Whether it’s a conversation with a friend, checking in on a neighbour, or simply sharing a smile—these small moments can make a big difference in someone’s life.

Here in Lethbridge, we know that a strong community is built on kindness, compassion, and looking out for one another. Let’s take time this week to reach out, listen, and support those around us.

A few simple ways to take part:
• Call or visit someone you haven’t connected with in a while
• Spend time outdoors with family or friends
• Offer a kind word or lend a helping hand
• Take a moment for your own mental well-being

No one should feel alone. Together, we can build a more connected, caring, and resilient community.

#MentalHealthWeek #ComeTogetherCanada #Lethbridge #yql #Community #Kindness #YouAreNotAlone

[Mayor Hyggen @MayorHyggen]

📣 City Council Meeting Today

Good morning, Lethbridge!
City Council is meeting today at 12:30pm, and I encourage residents to stay informed and engaged in the decisions that help shape our city’s future.

🔍 View the meeting agenda:
https://t.co/5Wjicx5Pi0 

🎥 Watch the meeting live online:
https://t.co/I36mBSxL3M 
(or via the City’s live meeting portal: https://t.co/fX70pbL9Br) 

Your voice matters. By staying informed and participating—whether in person, online, or through public input—you play an important role in helping Lethbridge grow and thrive.
Thank you for being involved in your community. Together, we’re building a strong future for our city.

#yql #stayinformed #communityengagement 
@LethbridgeCity

[Mayor Hyggen @MayorHyggen]

The Lethbridge & District Music and Speech Arts Festival returns April 20–May 1, celebrating young performers and cultivating a lifelong appreciation for the arts across our community. With students from across the region showcasing their talents in music, voice, theatre, and speech arts, this long‑standing festival continues to be one of Lethbridge’s most inspiring cultural traditions. 

From emerging musicians to confident young speakers, this festival provides an incredible platform for growth, creativity, and artistic expression.
 Let’s come out and support the next generation of Lethbridge talent!

#YQL #LethMSF #SupportTheArts #MusicFestival #SpeechArts #LethbridgeEvents
@lethbridgecity

[Mayor Hyggen @MayorHyggen]

Today we wear green.

On Green Shirt Day, we honour the legacy of Logan Boulet and the Humboldt Broncos. We wear green to recognize the profound impact one person can have.

Logan’s selfless act of organ donation inspired thousands of Canadians to register as donors, creating the “Logan Boulet Effect” and giving hope to so many families.

Let’s continue this legacy by registering as an organ donor and having important conversations with our loved ones about our wishes. Together, we can save lives and make a difference.

#GreenShirtDay #LoganBouletEffect #HumboldtStrong #OrganDonation #Lethbridge #yql

[Blaine Hyggen @Hyggen]

@CTVDory @Agronomydoc @AlexBHann @DavidGrebstad @DBRossiter @JSchmidtRempel @paul_dunphy Awesome! 👏

[Lethbridge Hurricanes @WHLHurricanes]

The #WHLCanes welcome the WHL-leading Everett Silvertips tonight at 7:00pm at the @VL_Arena in their lone meeting of the season on 'Bringing Hearts Home' Night!

https://t.co/J2ondYUgcZ

[Mayor Hyggen @MayorHyggen]

MP Rachael Thomas is now accepting applications for her 2026–27 Youth Advisory Board!

If you’re 16–24 and live in the Lethbridge riding — including Lethbridge, Coaldale, Coalhurst, Picture Butte, Nobleford, Barons, and the County of Lethbridge — this is a great chance to:
✔️ Share your voice on the issues that matter
✔️ Learn more about federal politics
✔️ Grow your leadership skills
✔️ Connect with other passionate young people

You don’t need to be a policy expert — just curious, engaged, and ready to learn. Eight youth will be selected for a 10‑month term running September 2026 to June 2027. This is a non‑partisan opportunity open to all backgrounds.

📅 Apply by Friday, March 27, 2026
🔗 Application link: https://t.co/KKgD7JN3Yk
Let’s help empower the next generation of leaders! 🌱✨
#yql 
@LethbridgeCity @RachaelThomasAB

[Mayor Hyggen @MayorHyggen]

🎉 A BIG congratulations to the Seattle Seahawks on winning Super Bowl LX! 🏆 

To all football fans across Canada 🇨🇦 — whether you were cheering for Seattle or just enjoying the excitement of the game — here’s to the passion, camaraderie, and community that this sport brings. Well done to the team, staff, and supporters on a memorable championship performance! 💙🏆💚

#SuperBowl60 #Champions

[Mayor Hyggen @MayorHyggen]

🍁The 2026 Olympic Winter Games are officially underway! 🍁

We’re sending a huge Lethbridge cheer all the way to Italy as Lethbridge-born athlete Taylor Austin hits the ice track with Team Canada Bobsleigh.

Taylor made his Olympic debut in Beijing 2022, piloting both the two‑man and four‑man sleds. Originally recruited to bobsleigh after playing football at the University of Calgary, he rose quickly through the North American Cup circuit—earning multiple overall titles—before making his World Cup debut in 2022.

Now, he’s back on the world stage representing Canada with pride, power, and incredible determination.

🏅💨 Let’s show Taylor and Team Canada all the support we’ve got, Lethbridge!

Go Canada Go! 🇨🇦❄️
#yql 
@LethbridgeCity

[Mayor Hyggen @MayorHyggen]

With so much uncertainty and division in the world today, I was reminded of something simple and powerful when I came across an image from a post I shared five years ago:

“Let’s begin being kind to one another — this is how we begin to change the state of the world.”

Real change doesn’t always start in big institutions or global decisions. It starts in everyday moments — how we speak to each other, how we listen, how we show patience, and how we choose compassion over criticism.

Our community is strongest when we lead with kindness. A small act — a smile, a helping hand, a thoughtful word — can reach further than we ever know.

Let’s continue to build a city where respect, care, and understanding lead the way. It starts with each of us. 🤍
#yql #lethbridge #bekind

[Mayor Hyggen @MayorHyggen]

If you weren’t able to make it to this year’s State of the City address, no worries — you can still catch the full presentation!

Rogers has made the entire video available online, so you can watch it anytime and hear the updates, challenges, and successes we’re working on together as a community.

Here’s the link to watch 👇
🔗 https://t.co/yavBaoQXQW
#yql 
@LethbridgeCity

[Mayor Hyggen @MayorHyggen]

Today is World Cancer Day — a day that touches nearly every family, every workplace, every community, including ours here in Lethbridge.

Cancer is more than a diagnosis. It’s a word that carries fear, uncertainty, and heartbreak — but also courage, resilience, and hope. Today we recognize those who are bravely fighting, those who have survived, and those we have lost. We also stand with the families, friends, caregivers, and medical professionals who walk this difficult road alongside them.

I’ve met many members of our community whose strength in the face of cancer is nothing short of inspiring. Their stories remind us that behind every statistic is a person — deeply loved, fiercely missed, and never forgotten.

Let today be a reminder to check in on one another, to support local cancer initiatives, to encourage screening and early detection, and to show compassion whenever we can. Small acts of kindness matter more than we know.

To everyone affected by cancer: you are not alone. Our community stands with you — with care, with gratitude, and with hope. 💛

#yql #lethbridge #worldcancerday

[Mayor Hyggen @MayorHyggen]

It’s that time of year again to be freezin for a reason! 🥶

I’ll be taking the Polar Plunge again on February 7th in support of Special Olympics ❄️

This organization creates life-changing opportunities for athletes and families in our community and beyond.

I’m proud to take the icy jump to help raise awareness and support.

If you’re in a position to contribute, I’d sincerely appreciate your support by clicking the link below. 

A donation of any size helps make these programs possible.

Thank you for helping make a difference! ❤️

#yql #lethbridge #specialolympics 
https://t.co/0f1aEaDtfW

[Mayor Hyggen @MayorHyggen]

Today is Bell Let’s Talk Day — a reminder that every conversation about mental health matters.

 Talking openly about mental health helps reduce stigma, encourages people to seek help, and strengthens our entire community.

Whether you check in on a friend, share your own story, or reach out for support, your voice can make a real difference.
If you or someone you know needs help, local resources are available through:

Chinook Regional Hospital Mental Health & Addictions
211 Alberta – 24/7 support and referral
Distress Line of Southern Alberta: 403‑327‑7905

Let’s keep the conversation going — today and every day.
#BellLetsTalk #YQL #MentalHealthMatters
@LethbridgeCity @Bell_LetsTalk

[Mayor Hyggen @MayorHyggen]

❄️ Happy First Day of Winter! While today is the shortest day of the year, it also means brighter days are ahead as daylight begins to return! 
#yql #lethbridge #mayorhyggen #bekind

[Lethbridge Hurricanes @WHLHurricanes]

Tickets are going fast, get them now! 👀

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