â–º Listen Live
â–º Listen Live

City of Lethbridge announces new Chief of Fire and Emergency Services

The City of Lethbridge has found its new Fire Chief.

Deputy Chief Marc Rathwell will be taking over the top position at the end of August as Chief Rich Hildebrand retires.

Rathwell has been a member of the city’s emergency services department since 1996 when he was hired as a paramedic-firefighter.

In 2010 he became the Medical Training Officer then served as a Lieutenant in 2014 before advancing to Captain in 2016 and Deputy Chief last November.

Director of Community Services Tony Vanden Heuvel, says the quality of candidates was very impressive, making this competition a strong one. He says that speaks to the strength in leadership within our department and the strong commitment to public safety our members show day in and day out.

Tina Karst
Tina Karst
A Lethbridge College alumnus, Tina moved back to the community two years after convocation, in September 2007, to become a member of the CJOC News Team. She started as a weekend reporter/anchor and now serves as Associate News Director. When Tina's not tracking down local news, she's either busy at home with Jordan and their two kids or creating custom macrame pieces for a growing list of clients.
- Advertisement -

cjoc Now playing play

ckbd Now playing play

Related Articles

- Advertisement -

Latest News

98.1 The Ranch’s Legendary Breakfast

The Ranch's Legendary Breakfast - brought to you by Beltone Hearing Centre highlights all the biggest country music hits from the 60's, 70's, 80's, and 90's.

The Ranch’s 90’s at 9

Brought to you by Meyers Original Food and Feed...

UPDATE: Police locate two men in connection with sexual assault investigation

Police in Lethbridge are asking for help with an ongoing sexual assault investigation. 

Walking tours offer visitors and locals alike a glimpse at Lethbridge’s gritty true crime history

Designed for tourists and locals alike, the Lethbridge Historical Society and local historian Belinda Crowson have unveiled the brand-new tour program, Hidden History of Lethbridge Walking Tours. 

Hundreds line downtown streets for Lethbridge Pride Parade

The Lethbridge Pride Parade brought hundreds of people downtown on Saturday, June 28.
- Advertisement -