Lethbridge water drive for unhoused runs through end of August
Local agencies say demand for bottled water remains high as they continue collecting donations for the city's unhoused and at-risk residents.
Why it matters
Access to clean drinking water is critical for vulnerable residents during hot summer months, and local charities depend on public donations to meet the need.
Lethbridge's summertime water drive is continuing until the end of August, as non-profit agencies work to keep up with demand from unhoused and at-risk residents for clean drinking water.
Lethbridge Food Bank executive director Tim Rempel said the drive is going well in terms of donations, but that reflects strong need rather than a positive trend. He said many people are relying on the water, especially during hot weather, and that supplies are being used up quickly.
Unopened cases of bottled water can be dropped off at the Lethbridge Food Bank on 2nd Avenue South, the Interfaith Food Bank on 3rd Avenue North, or the Streets Alive Mission on 2A Avenue North. The organizations are also accepting cash donations so they can purchase water directly.
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