Lighting For a Cause
The City of Medicine Hat's Lighting for a Cause program is an initiative designed to bolster community spirit while shining a light on important social causes.
Aligning with City Council's Strategic Plan, this unique program has three core objectives:Together, we can brighten the lives of residents!
The City has two venues available to book. Rent one or both to promote your event/cause.
Saamis Tepee
Towne Square
To be considered, all requests must be:
Lighting will be considered for:
Lighting cannot be considered for:
The City of Medicine Hat reserves the right to use discretion when determining if a cause is deemed eligible.
Saamis Tepee:
Towne Square:
Lighting time can span a duration from one day up to one week.
An approval of any illumination is at the sole discretion of the City of Medicine Hat and not subject to appeals or negotiation.
All requests will be evaluated based on meeting the above-mentioned guidelines as well as:
Applicants will receive an email response stating whether or not an application has been approved. Due to the high volume of applications, not all requests may be accommodated. Applications will be considered on a first-come, first-served basis. Applications may be submitted up to six months in advance.
The City of Medicine Hat wishes to stress that if an application is declined, it is not a reflection of the merits or importance of any requests.
If after reading the guidelines you are still uncertain if your project is eligible, please contact the Lighting for a Cause program administrator for clarity and assistance.
Saamis Tepee
November 1 PURPLE
Medicine Hat Women’s Shelter Society
November is recognized as Family Violence Prevention Month in Alberta. Every November, the Medicine Hat Women's Shelter Society hosts events and presentations to bring awareness to this important issue. To kickoff Family Violence Prevention Month, we are lighting the Saamis Tepee purple, the official colour of family violence awareness.
November 27 PURPLE
Take Action on Radon
November is Radon Action Month. Health Canada estimates that over 3000 people each year are dying of radon induced lung cancer and encourage all buildings to be tested for radon and all high levels reduced. Take Action on Radon is a national non-profit organization tasked with raising awareness on radon.
November 30 PERIWINKLE BLUE
My Gut Feeling
November 30th is Stomach Cancer Awareness Day. Each year, My Gut Feeling - Stomach Cancer Foundation of Canada runs an international awareness campaign "The Power of Periwinkle" to help promote awareness for this orphan cancer. In Canada, non-cardia gastric cancer (NCGC) is particularly prevalent among Indigenous populations in Northern Canada, with rates 2.7 to 3.1 times higher than the national average. My Gut Feeling advocates for increased awareness across our country as well as around the world. For more information: https://www.mygutfeeling.ca/stomach-cancer-awareness-day
December 1 RED
SafeLink Alberta
World AIDS Day is observed on December 1 to remember the lives lost to AIDS-related illnesses, support those living with HIV, and raise awareness about ongoing efforts to reduce stigma, discrimination, and health disparities. The Saamis Tepee will be red to commemorate the day, honour the lives lost and illustrate a powerful show of community solidarity, compassion, and remembrance.
December 5-7 GREEN and YELLOW
Medicine Hat Ringette Association
The Saamis Tepee will be yellow and green to shine a light on the important cause of advancing female participation in athletics, promoting inclusivity and empowering young women in sport.
With the annual Ed Horvath Ringette Tournament, the MH Ringette Association strives to provide opportunities for young female athletes to develop their skills, foster teamwork and build confidence through sport.
The Saamis Teepee is a symbol of Medicine Hat's rich cultural heritage, and by illuminating it in our ringette colors, we can celebrate both our city's history and the future of female athletes in our region. It will be an inspiring sight for our athletes, their families, and all visitors to our city, emphasizing the significance of sport as a vehicle for growth, empowerment and community pride.
Towne Square
November 27 PURPLE
Take Action on Radon
November is Radon Action Month. Health Canada estimates that over 3000 people each year are dying of radon induced lung cancer and encourage all buildings to be tested for radon and all high levels reduced. Take Action on Radon is a national non-profit organization tasked with raising awareness on radon.
November 30 PERIWINKLE BLUE
My Gut Feeling
November 30th is Stomach Cancer Awareness Day. Each year, My Gut Feeling - Stomach Cancer Foundation of Canada runs an international awareness campaign "The Power of Periwinkle" to help promote awareness for this orphan cancer. In Canada, non-cardia gastric cancer (NCGC) is particularly prevalent among Indigenous populations in Northern Canada, with rates 2.7 to 3.1 times higher than the national average. My Gut Feeling advocates for increased awareness across our country as well as around the world. For more information: https://www.mygutfeeling.ca/stomach-cancer-awareness-day
Contact Us
Lighting For a Cause
401 1 St SE
Medicine Hat, Alberta
T1A 8W2
403-502-8580
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Parks
88 Kipling Street SE
Medicine Hat, Alberta
T1A 1Y3
P: 403-529-8333
F: 403-529-8254
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Recreation
2000 Division Ave N
Medicine Hat, Alberta
T1C 1X9
403-502-8566
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