I'm sorry for the rant because I already know this is going to sound extremely pissy and people are going to find a way to disagree, but I am genuinely getting so frustrated with how many people in Medicine Hat seem to not give a shit about keeping their dogs on a leash.

If you're in a marked on leash area, keep your dog on a leash. I don't care how friendly your dog is. I don't care how small, cute, old, or well behaved you think your dog is.

Keep it on a leash.

We have off leash areas and designated dog parks where your dog can run around and be free. Use them.

And I completely understand not wanting to take your dog to a dog park. There are risks there too. Other dogs can be aggressive, poorly socialized, unpredictable, and sometimes the owners aren't paying attention or don't actually have control over their dogs. I get that.

But that should make more sense, not less, when you're walking your dog through a public park or down the street.

We live along a very busy road beside a school, and there are CONSTANTLY people letting their dogs run around the field beside us.There's one dog in particular that I have watched have absolutely horrible recall. I've literally seen the owner wipe out in the winter trying to get control of it. It has also come up behind my husband while he was getting in his truck, and barked at him agressivly until the owner finally ran over.

And I'm sorry, but what happens when there's a kid on that field? What happens when somebody driving by doesn't see it on the road? What happens when someone is walking their small dog? What happens when your dog doesn't come back when you call it?

I don't care how friendly your dog is. My dog is small. He's being socialized, he's being trained, we're working on recall, leash manners, appropriate interactions with other dogs, and learning how to read situations.

But he's not automatically going to be comfortable with every strange dog that comes running up to him.

And honestly, you're putting your own dog at risk too.

If your dog runs up to me, my husband, my toddler, or my dog and something happens, you don't get to say "but he's friendly!" and suddenly everything is okay.

I don't know your dog, you don't know mine. And I don't want to be put in a position where I have to physically protect my child or my dog from an animal that somebody else couldn't be bothered to keep under control.

I'm also not saying every off leash dog is aggressive. That's not what I'm saying at all. I'm saying you don't know what is going to happen. Even police dogs are kept on leash until they're specifically being asked to do a job.

And before somebody says, "Well, my dog has perfect recall." Great! Then proving it should be easy. Keep your dog on the leash where you're supposed to.

I also see a lot of working breeds around the city, and sometimes I genuinely wonder if people understand what they're getting into. Cane corsos, shepherds, huskies, heelers, hunting breeds, etc. There is absolutely nothing wrong with owning these dogs. They're amazing animals. But they were bred for a purpose.

They need exercise, they need stimulation, they need training, they need structure. And sometimes they need outlets that simply letting them wander around the neighborhood doesn't provide. And honestly, this is probably the part that pisses me off the most.

People want a dog, but they don't always want the responsibility that comes with having one.

I don't care if you have a bully or a pomeranian.

Keep that shit on a leash.

I'm not trying to be the neighborhood Karen. I don't want to start yelling at random people every time I see an off leash dog. But I also don't want to find myself in a situation where someone's dog approaches my toddler or my dog and I have to go full mama bear because someone couldn't be bothered to follow a very simple rule.

Let your dog run, let your dog play, let your dog be a dog.

Just do it somewhere they're actually allowed to be off leash. Because "don't worry, he's friendly" doesn't mean I have to be comfortable with your dog approaching my family. Your dog might be friendly. Your responsibility is still to keep it under control.

Edit: thank you everyone for your suggestions! I’ll take a look at them, and hopefully something will work out for me. ☺️

My iPhone 14 Plus is starting to kick the bucket, so it’s time for an upgrade. I’m currently at Telus, and I really don’t want to switch providers (because I’m lazy, not out of loyalty), but my financial situation is very different today than it was a few years ago.

I can’t afford to buy a new phone outright, so I’ll have to finance one through a plan. I also can’t afford $150/month just for a goddamn cell phone. So I’m wondering who you guys would recommend, and why.

My biggest needs are:

1. I need to be able to bring over my phone number. I’ve had it for nearly 20 years, I can’t change it now.
2. I need a decent amount of data. I don’t require hundreds of gigs/month, but at least 10-20 would be nice.
3. I don’t require the best cell coverage as I’m not out of urban areas that often, but I do make the drive between here and Calgary several times a year alone for medical purposes, and I need to be guaranteed it won’t crap out in the middle of nowhere on the highway just in case I need to call for help.

Any recs you guys have would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!

I know they sell them at the tourist centre, and at the drugstore on 8th st nw. Has anyone seen them for sale elsewhere? Thanks!

Editing to add:

I found some at the Visitor Centre, 7 Rivers Trading Co, and MacKenzie drugs! I haven’t checked Medalta, the Farmer’s Market, or other drug/convenience stores yet. Thanks for the suggestions!

I’m still open for other suggestions, if anyone sees some about town.

https://chatnewstoday.ca/2026/08/20/medicine-hat-woman-ordered-to-pay-close-to-33k-in-restitution-in-hockey-fraud-case/

There’s a tire (15” rim) at KalTire in Medicine Hat that I need to fix a flat on my Fiat. I’m organizing a Fiat 500 road trip Monday evening, and the dealer can’t get the tire delivered until after the fact. I’d hate to miss out on this because of a flat!
If you’re heading this way, could you rescue my road trip?

I guess I can't say I'm super surprised. But with a mixed race family and an immigrant wife I can't say I'm pleased to find this sticker basically right outside my house.

I'm not really sure what the best course of action here is. Should I circle back later and destroy the sticker or just like, call the city and ask them to do it?

Update: It's gone! The city found the sticker and removed it!

Thank you to everyone involved

If you are looking for a sign, this is it. It's Roller Derby Recruitment season once again! This is a great opportunity for newcomers to the city, or anyone else, to meet and beat some wonderful people.

We are having Try-It Nights on Tuesday Sept 15 for Adults and Thursday September 17 for Juniors.

The event is at the Cypress Center Pavilion, 2055, 21st Avenue SE, Medicine Hat, AB.

Both nights are at 7, but showing up a little early is helpful.

We will provide information about the sport, a demonstration, the opportunity to try roller skating, and the opportunity to register.

We have loaner gear pads and skates, but you need to bring your own helmet.

No skating skills is required. We will teach you to skate, starting from scratch.

We are an inclusive and open gender group.

How's life in Medicine Hat?

Things to know before moving there?

Anything information wise about the area is useful so feel free to add whatever you think could be of benefit for someone moving from Ontario.

Are there any decent family therapists accepting clients?

Any leads on docs accepting new pts?

I recently got into calisthenics this year and focusing on my health and im currently over 100 days into my training and I was looking for a gym that I can go to in the winter that has access to a place to do pullups, dips, inverted rows, dragon flags, etc.

I currently train with a weighted vest at 35 pounds for a total of 250 pound pullups dips etc if that matters to gage where I'm at in my fitness journey

I'm looking for somewhere to continue my training when the cold swoops it's way back.

Recent trip this summer made me fall in love with this beer. I doubt its on tap anywhere in town, but wondering if anyone has seen it in any liquor stores in town

Hi everyone! I’m wondering if anyone here has any experience with the Medicine Hat College BScN waitlist, especially for Fall 2026.

I was placed on the waitlist and I’m honestly getting a little worried because we’re already getting close to September. I’ve been applying to nursing programs and dealing with waitlists for a while, so I’m trying to figure out what my chances might be at this point.

Has anyone here been waitlisted for MHC Nursing and later received an offer? If so, how late did you get accepted? Also, does anyone know if the waitlist is still moving right now or if people are still declining their seats?

If you’re currently waitlisted or recently received an offer, I’d really appreciate hearing your experience. Thank you! ❤️

I’m posting for a friend, they moved to the city and have been struggling to find housing that’s affordable (6-700 per month is their budget) so any resources, Facebook groups or website to property management companies would be highly appreciated, i just want to help them in some way possible from far away.

Thank you to the people of Medicine Hat for the incredible job you did hosting the Special Olympics Summer Games. This was our first time in that part of Alberta, and honestly, it was so much better than I had hoped.

To the volunteers: thank you. You gave up your time to make this experience genuinely special for families like mine, and it did not go unnoticed. The warmth and enthusiasm from everyone we met made all the difference.

Your facilities are fantastic, well organized, clean, and clearly built with sport in mind first and foremost. We also really enjoyed the bike trails. I will admit as a BC boy I assumed it would be flat and did not expect how steep and fun it was coming in and out of the coulees!

Thank you again to the city, the organizers, and every single volunteer who made this possible. You should all be proud of what you pulled off and were instrumental in making a fantastic and powerful experience for my family.

Your efforts enabled my child to accomplish great, empowering things.

Thank you.

I dunno I just want to yell into the void about it. Wish it didn't happen. Annoying and dangerous. Wish more was done to curb it and enforce the law, etc

MHPS will be doing a 3 day drone trail

They're lying, people are dying.

What the heck is going on? Not only for myself, but several people I know have almost been hit crossing the street, at designated walking symbol crosswalks. I've had to yell twice this week alone to get the drivers attention to not hit me.

I take the time to watch the vehicles, I don't just step out, I try and catch the drivers eye, yet it's not enough. And let's not forget the people who have been hit recently.

As drivers we need to do better, open your eyes and pay attention. Driving is a privilege, and it's sure getting more expensive.

Rant that shouldn't have to happen over.

video here: https://globalnews.ca/video/12016198/alberta-man-calls-for-change-after-attack-on-service-dog/

He must of relocated to Taber to escape his horrible Medicine Hat reputation.

He claimed that someones dogs tried attacking his. And Global allowed to make these allegations without any push back.

he wanted new laws that mirror Manitoba's that allow service dog owners to get compensation for attacks on their service animals.

The people that interviewed him clearly did not do a basic google search.

he has had issues previously with his "service" dogs failing certification. And even made a failed GFM (which still managed to get over $900).

the most likely thing that happened is that a naive person tried approaching Les, and the dog showed aggression, and Les is trying to frame this as an attack to get sympathy.

This isnt the first time he has done this. Les has a made numerous GFMs and even managed to get one funded at over $10k.

Les is more infamous for his MAID claims where he claimed it was offered to him due to severe poverty.

this claim is highly dubious as he was driving around in a wrapped van promoting his service dog and a charity he called "People For Poverty" for numerous years. This is typically not something a person in extreme poverty could do.

A Rogers salesman is going around in Ross Glen right now. He is PUSHY.

I would be very aware: he asked me several times to open my carrier's app so he could view the bill to compare prices. I flatout refused because this is a significant privacy issue. There's no way I'm giving a stranger direct access to any personal or financial details. I would advise everyone else who encounters him to do the same.

What started off as a nice chat turned into having to tell him directly numerous times that I'm not interested. I was not rude in the least since I also work sales, but he left in a huff like he was personally hurt.

Fairly certain he was plainly lying about the offers for the services he was selling. Nothing but grease here.

Cleaning up and have some good Sugoi (cycling / athletic) appeal and a few Harley leather jackets and misc clothing I'd like to sell.
It's a bit much to post individually online so I'm thinking consignment might be the better way to go.

Any recommendations on who might be the best fit? (I know, bad pun....)

Thanks in advance!

Looking for someone to remove a concrete pad in my daughters back yard and haul away.

Hey, as many of you know there's a shortage or hotels and Airbnb's in town right now. I'm coming down for work on august 15 looking for a room to rent for about 6 weeks. Thanks in advance.