LIFS - Lethbridge Independent Film Society

05/24/2026

The Lethbridge Independent Film Society (LIFS) takes its role in this community very seriously. We believe survivors and understand the deep harm caused by sexual violence; our priority is the safety, dignity and wellbeing of our community. The individual named in recent public reports is no longer a member of LIFS’s board as of March 18.

As this matter is the subject of an ongoing investigation, we cannot comment further at this time. As a Board, and as members of this community, we are committed to reviewing our policies and procedures to ensure we meet best practices for prevention, reporting and response.

If you are impacted in any way, please reach out for support by calling the Chinook Sexual Assault Centre at 403-694-1094 or Alberta’s OneLine for Sexual Violence at 1-866-403-8000

05/05/2026

Save the Date: Between Takes 🎬

Lethbridge filmmakers, actors, and creatives—mark your calendars for May 28th at The Owl Acoustic Lounge. We’re bringing the community together for screenings, intentional networking, and live music. RSVP link in comments or use the QR code.

We've got some juicy door prizes, great community and event sponsors, and a ridiculously fun evening planned with the goal to connect and energize our media creatives and the communities that support us all here in Southern Alberta.

We're inviting the filmmakers, game designers, tourism reps, hospitality reps, city officials, trades folks, post-secondaries, media clubs, media outlets, film friendly businesses and more to get connected and stitch the creative and economic fabric of our city together using the thread of film.

Entry is by donation ($10-15 suggested) but any amount is welcome. Just be sure to RSVP so we can get your networking nametag ready and wrap our heads around the numbers to make the most of our Speed Networking activity curated by Arts Marvels

05/05/2026

Save the date: ‘Between Takes’ 🎬 05/28/2026

Lethbridge filmmakers, actors, creatives and film adjacent stakeholders—mark your calendars for May 28th at The Owl Acoustic Lounge.

We’re bringing the community together for screenings, intentional networking, and live music.

RSVP link in bio!

04/09/2026

LIFS Monthly Meetup - This final Friday, APR 10
Theoretically Brewing Co. | 6 PM – 8 PM

April 10 marks a transition for LIFS.
Like the departure of the RMS Titanic initial voyage, we’re stepping into something new.

Starting next month, LIFS meetups move to the last Thursday of each month at The Owl Acoustic Lounge

New waters. Same unsinkable creativity.

04/09/2026

LIFS Monthly Meetup - This final Friday, APR 10
Theoretically Brewing Co. | 6 PM – 8 PM

April 10 marks a transition for LIFS.
Like the departure of the RMS Titanic initial voyage, we’re stepping into something new.

Starting next month, LIFS meetups move to the last Thursday of each month at The Owl Acoustic Lounge

New waters. Same unsinkable creativity.

02/22/2026

02/18/2026

This FRIDAY Feb 20, Join us!
We’re honoured to be part of Black Movie Night for Black History Month 2026.
An evening celebrating Black voices, storytelling, and creative expression through film.

See poster for event details.

02/11/2026

LIFS Monthly Meetup - This Friday, FEB 13th
Theoretically Brewing Co. | 6 PM – 8 PM

Hang out with fellow film lovers, catch up with familiar faces, and meet some of the new and returning LIFS Board members for 2026.
Casual, welcoming, and always a good time.

On This Day in Film: Sophia Lillis has a birthday. An American actress best known for her role as Beverly Marsh in It (2017, 2019)

02/10/2026

Tonight: LIFS 10th Annual General Meeting
Galt Museum | 7 PM - 8 PM
Join us to hear what’s ahead, connect with the community, and help shape the future of local film. All are welcome.
More details here:

CALLING ALL STORYTELLERS, FILM LOVERS & COMMUNITY BUILDERS!

01/07/2026

LIFS Monthly Meetup — This Friday, Jan 9
Theoretically Brewing Co. | 6 PM – 8 PM

Calling all film fans, new and familiar! Let’s kick off a new year of film : : fresh shoots, new premieres, and the first sparks of Southern Alberta stories ahead.

Fun Fact : : January is nicknamed “Dump Month” in Hollywood, yet many surprise hits and cult classics have premiered then.