Lethbridge Traffic

The pre-selected locations monitored by photo radar for February 2026 are listed in the calendar.

Motorists are advised to always obey posted speed limits and pay careful attention around schools and playgrounds, especially when children are outside playing, school is in session or community events are taking place that result in increased traffic to the area. Harmonized playground zones are in effect daily from 7:30 a.m. until 9:00 p.m.

Please be advised it is inappropriate to approach photo radar operators to complain. Complaints should be directed to the Lethbridge Police Service by calling 403-327-2210.

For more information about Automated Traffic Enforcement in Lethbridge, including an updated list of sites monitored by photo radar, visit: https://www.lethbridgepolice.ca/community-safety/automated-traffic-enforcement/

With the need for infrastructure upgrades, the City of Lethbridge has started a preliminary design plan for 5 Street South between 1 Avenue South and 6 Avenue South in Downtown Lethbridge.

We want you to tell us about your priorities for the future of 5 Street South. Complete the online survey or come to the Community Conversation on January 29.

https://www.lethbridge.ca/news/posts/feedback-sought-for-future-of-5-street-south-downtown/

🚧3 Avenue South is closed between 32 Street and 34 Street South for a sewer service repair.

📆Work is expected to be completed January 23, weather permitting.

More details: https://gis.lethbridge.ca/LethProjects/?query=water,objectid,4832&layers=projectswater

The Lethbridge Police Service concluded it’s annual Christmas Check Stop campaign with four impaired drivers removed from the road during the month-long enforcement project.

While the goal of the Check Stop Campaign is to locate and apprehend impaired drivers due to the significant risk they pose to public safety, it’s also hoped the highly-visible Check Stops act as a deterrent to those who might otherwise drink and drive.

During the campaign, approximately 1,768 vehicles were stopped. In addition to the four Immediate Roadside Sanction (IRS) Fails, police issued seven IRS Cautions for drivers with a blood alcohol concentration of 0.05-0.079, 103 violation tickets, three criminal charges for failing to stop and executed three warrants.

By comparison, 1,250 vehicles were stopped during the 2024 campaign, and police issued 10 IRS Fails, 10 IRS Cautions, two IRS Novice penalties for zero tolerance with a Graduated Driver’s License, 123 violation tickets, five criminal charges and executed six warrants.

“More vehicles were checked this year than last, and there was a 60 per cent reduction in the number of impaired drivers apprehended,” said Sgt. Tony Ramotowski of the Traffic Response Unit. “While enforcement and education efforts will continue, these results are encouraging, and we hope to see this trend continue.”

LPS thanks Alberta Sheriffs and RCMP for their assistance during the campaign as well as volunteers with the Lethbridge and Area chapter of MADD. Police would also like to thank the majority of drivers, who were sober and driving responsibly.

Due to a new service installation, 30 Avenue North between 34 Street and 36 Street is closed in both directions.
It is scheduled to re-open January 26.

https://gis.lethbridge.ca/LethProjects/?query=water,objectid,4825&layers=projectswater