2026 State of the City Address
Date and Time
Thursday Jan 22, 2026
7:30 AM - 9:30 AM MST
Registration 7:30am
Opening Remarks/Breakfast Served: 7:45am
Program: 8am-9:15am
Closing Remarks
Location
TBA
Fees/Admission
Registration is open
Members $59
Table of 6 $330
Non-Members $79
Table of 6 $450
Description
Join the Lethbridge Chamber of Commerce for the annual State of the City Address with Mayor Blaine Hyggen. This event provides an opportunity to learn about the City’s progress over the past year and gain insights into priorities and initiatives shaping Lethbridge’s future in 2026.
The State of the City is an important occasion for business and community leaders to come together, reflect on our city’s accomplishments, and hear directly from Mayor Hyggen about the projects, opportunities, and vision that will guide Lethbridge in the year ahead.
Breakfast will be provided.
ABOUT MAYOR HYGGEN
Blaine Hyggen was first elected to City Council in 2013 and was elected Mayor in 2021. He has owned and operated various businesses throughout the community for the past 28 years. He studied Business Law and Accounting at Lethbridge Community
College.
Some of Blaine's past and current volunteer experience includes: School Councils, Lethbridge Figure Skating Club, Lethbridge Volleyball Association, Lethbridge Oldtimers Sports Association and The Lethbridge Hurricanes Hockey Club, to name a few.
Blaine's family is his number one priority. His wife Jennifer is a Registered Nurse and they have two daughters: Jayden and Jelayna. Blaine enjoys attending local theatre and staying active by running, biking and playing hockey.
As a proud parent and successful business owner, Blaine loves Lethbridge and wants to see it remain the best city for families while ensuring it is a great place to do business.
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Printed courtesy of www.lethbridgechamber.com – Contact the Lethbridge Chamber of Commerce for more information.
200 Commerce House, Lethbridge, AB T1J 2E1 – (403) 327-1586 – office@lethbridgechamber.com