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Taxation Law (South)

Voluntary Disclosures Program: Administrative Updates and Practical Considerations

Presenters: Lisa Wang & Joseph Lo Presti
Ann overview of the CRA's Voluntary Disclosures Program ("VDP"), including its objectives, eligibility criteria, relief options, and key procedural considerations.

Women Lawyers' Forum (North)

Resource Link: Profiling Organizations Supporting Women and Gender-Diverse Communities

Presenters: Lesley Mutschke, Renee Chan, Kit Nash
An event profiling local organizations dedicated to uplifting women and gender-diverse communities. Each organization will present a brief, 10–15 minute overview on their mission, the resources they could offer clients, and how lawyers can get involved.

CBA Alberta

Inns of Court | Edmonton SOLD OUT

Topic: Trial – Preparation and Effective Advocacy

Personal Injury Law (South)

Slip/Trip and Fall Claims: Ins, Outs, Ups and Downs

Presenters: Clint Suntjens & Nabeel Peermohamed
See two seasoned practitioners (Clint Suntjens and Nabeel Peermohamed) run through the ins and outs of building and defending slip and fall cases, with an emphasis on dealing with summary dismissal applications.

Environmental Law (South)

November 2025 AUC Rule 007 Updates

Presenter: Kim Macnab
This session will address changes to AUC Rule 007: Facility Applications that are coming into effect in November 2025.

Young Lawyers (North)

Bench & Bar: Conversation with the Judiciary

Special Guests: Members of the Judiciary
A collegial evening of discussion and professional exchange.

Natural Resources (South)

Navigating the Policy and Regulatory Landscape for Data Centre Development in Alberta

Presenters: Jessica Kennedy & Larissa Lees
This presentation will explore the legal landscape surrounding data centre projects with a focus on obtaining power, land use, and permitting.

Labour & Employment Law (South)

The Business Immigration Crash Course

Presenter: Michael Greene, K.C.,
Michael Greene, K.C. is one of the most well-known practitioners in immigration law in Canada. Business immigration intersects with employment law.

Wills & Trusts (South)

Social & Presentation: The Good, the Bad and the Hallucinated

Presenter: Len Polsky
Enjoy food, connecting with section subscribers, and an insightful and engaging presentation at the Petroleum Club! We will delve into the potential of Gen AI for wills & estates practices and more.

CBA Alberta

Inns of Court - Red Deer

The Art of Persuasion: Elevating Advocacy Across Different Legal Settings

Health Law (South)

Health Privacy Update: Key Recent Decisions

Presenter: David Goodis
The presentation will review latest case law and legislative updates regarding health privacy in Alberta, BC and Ontario.

Family Law (North)

ALIA 101: How not to get sued, and what to do if you are

Presenters: Emily Hanberry & Kirsten Senz
Introduction to ALIA, the Group Policy, limits on coverage, obligations under the Group Policy, and common issues and tips for claim avoidance.

Administrative Law (South)

Artificial Intelligence and Administrative Tribunals

Presenter: Paul Daly
Professor Daly will discuss the ways in which artificial intelligence can be integrated into the day-to-day operations of administrative tribunals: mindful of the pitfalls of new technology, he will explore how tribunal leaders and members can navigate a path forward to a better future.

Aboriginal Law (South)

Oral History Hearings: What to Expect

Presenters: Garrett Lafferty & Shane Varjassy
Presenting Indigenous perspective evidence (ie., oral history) in a legal setting can be daunting for both the Indigneous community witnesses and the legal counsel present. This presentation aims to provi

Articling Students (Provincial)

Legal Practice & Skills Development

Presenters: Corey Sandquist, Derek Hetherington, & Lillian Y. Pan, KC
This session covers the transition from student to lawyer, focusing on managing expectations and imposter syndrome, as well as building a personal brand through platforms like LinkedIn.

Young Lawyers (South)

You’re Not on Your Own: How the Law Society Supports New Lawyers

Presenter: Michael Oxman
This session will highlight mentorship, practice management tools, and wellness resources offered by the Law Society and partner organizations.

Technology & Intellectual Property (South)

Growing your IP Practice: Primer on the Plant Breeders' Rights Act

Presenter: Lauren Comin
In this session, you'll learn about how these rights apply and the common issues that come up in practice, and how this statute may connect and intersect with your other areas of IP practice.

Construction Law (South)

Construction Arbitration: How to Conduct an Effective and Efficient Arbitration

Presenters: Julie Hopkins & Peter Banks
Please join us to learn about ways that we can make construction arbitrations more efficient for the parties and counsel by drawing on the extensive experience of our presenters as counsel and arbitrators.

Commercial Property & Leasing (North)

Commercial Lending Insights from Canada ICI's Kevin Gardner

Presenter: Kevin Gardner
Kevin Gardner of Canada ICI joins us for a conversation on today’s commercial financing environment.

Family Law (South)

Bills of Costs: What Decision-Makers Are Looking For

Presenter: Jason Wilkins
With the perspective of decision-makers, we hope to provide insight into what a Bill of Costs in family law should look like (ie. what to include vs what not to include, especially to avoid disclosing confidential privileged

Wills, Estates & Trusts

Family After Death: Estate Responsibilities in Family Law

Presenter: Evan Clarke

Real Property Residential Web

Encroachments onto City Land or Interest

Presenters: Kenneth Tran, Gurpreet Dhillon & Allison Korent
The presentation will provide a detailed overview of encroachments onto City-owned land, including road rights-of-way, park spaces, and other interests. We will explore the types of encroachments commonly encountered, their implications, and the City's approach to managing them.

Insurance Law (South)

Loss of Business Income Claims: Common Complexities and Issues

Presenters: Dean Das & Bryce Livingston
The objective of this session is to review the complexities that often arise when determining loss of income claims involving insured business owners (and/or self-employed individuals).

Business Law (South)

Bridging Practice Areas: How Business Lawyers Support Family Law Matters

Presenter: Christine Shepherd
This webinar will explore the intersection of business and family law, highlighting how business lawyers can effectively assist family lawyers in complex family property division.

Administrative Law (North)

A Mess of Gorgeous Chaos: Jurisdiction and Justiciability of University Disputes

Presenter: Anna Wong
This presentation will examine how courts grapple with the jurisdiction and justiciability of university disputes, highlighting the challenges posed by universities’ hybrid public-private nature, their autonomy, and the inconsistent application of the Highwood Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses v. Wall judicial review test to academic decisions.

Labour & Employment Law (North)

Spotlighting the New Generation of Arbitrators

Presenters: Karen Scott & Adam O. Letourneau
Mergers & Acquisitions Panel – Karen Scott and Adam Letourneau will discuss what they like to see or expect from counsel during labour arbitrations. This is an excellent opportunity to hear from two prominent arbitrators.

Civil Litigation (South)

Civil Litigation Appellate Update: Key Recent Decisions and a Look Ahead to 2026

Presenter: Lauren Mills Taylor
This presentation will review the latest case law from the SCC and Canadian appellate courts that are of interest to civil litigators in Alberta. The presentation will also look at the SCC's upcoming docket for 2026.

CBA Alberta

CBA Alberta Section Leaders Summit | South

The Leadership Exchange: Stepping Into the Section Executive
A welcoming onboarding experience for new section leaders, including those who may be unsure about what section leadership involves or how they can contribute. The session offers practical insights and foundational guidance to help participants step into their roles with clarity and confidence. Participants will also have opportunities to connect with peers, ask questions, and begin building a sense of community.

Securities Law (South)

What’s New at CIRO - Regulatory Update and Crypto Developments

Presenters: Richard Korble & Moty Moravvej
An update on recent developments at the Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization, including regulatory updates and developments regarding crypto currencies.

Foreclosure Law (South)

Police Enforcement Clause

Presenters: Annie Alport, Katrina Chanas & John Shortridge
A session on properly including police assistance clauses in foreclosure possession orders, featuring insights from Calgary Police Service counsel and a bailiff on wording and eviction challenges.

Immigration Law (South)

AI for Immigration Lawyers

Presenter: Josh Schachnow
Find out how integrating AI tools can assist you in your practice, while also considering associated risks and ethical concerns.

In-House Lawyers (South)

Search and Seizure in Criminal, Regulatory and Civil Investigations

Presenter: Robyn High
The presentation will review the similarities and differences between investigations authorized by the Criminal Code, regulatory powers, and Antron Pillar orders; the respective powers of search and seizure granted under each; and the rights and obligations of the corporate client and in-house counsel when a search and seizure is executed.

Child & Youth Law (North)

Judicial Interviews and how Children’s Counsel could play a Role in Judicial Interviews

Presenter: Justice Loparco, Jeffrey Keller, & Andrea Doyle
This session will educate lawyers about Judicial Interviews- one tool available to Justices to hear a Child’s Voice. The presentation will provide both an academic and practical perspective of judicial interviews

CBA Alberta

CBA Alberta Section Leaders Summit | North

The Leadership Exchange: Stepping Into the Section Executive
A welcoming onboarding experience for new section leaders, including those who may be unsure about what section leadership involves or how they can contribute. The session offers practical insights and foundational guidance to help participants step into their roles with clarity and confidence. Participants will also have opportunities to connect with peers, ask questions, and begin building a sense of community.

Municipal Law (South)

Lessons Learned From a City’s Inaugural In-House Counsel

Presenter: Sonya Hope
Ever wonder what happens before a file from a mid-sized municipality lands on your desk? This session opens the "black box" of a solo in-house counsel, whose dual role is both strategic "triage" officer and "translator."

CBA Alberta

The View from the Bench: A Chat with Alberta's Chiefs

Presenters: Chief Justice Ritu Khullar, Chief Justice Kent H. Davidson & Chief Justice James A. Hunter
CBA Alberta President Christopher Samuel sits down with Alberta’s Chief Justices for this year’s Chat with the Chiefs, offering an insightful exchange on the direction of Alberta’s Courts. The conversation will explore current priorities, recent developments, and the broader vision informing the work of the judiciary across the province.

Foreclosure Law (South)

Holiday Get-Together and a Fond Farewell to Applications Judge Prowse

Join us as we celebrate the Holidays and congratulate Applications Judge Prowse as he starts his next chapter!

CBA Alberta

Inns of Court | Calgary (SOLD OUT)

Do's and Don'ts in Advocacy

In-House Lawyers (South)

Ethics and Practice Considerations for Contract In-House Counsel Work

Presenter: Deborah Book
Join us for a broad discussion around practice consdierations for in-house lawyers including the topics of working for subsidiaries, working part-time for multiple different (unrelated) in-house employers, fees, referrals, conflict management, and some considerations for managing the business and workflow.

Immigration Law (South), Labour & Employment Law (South)

Holiday Party at the Calcutta Cricket Club

Join us for some holiday cheer at the joint holiday party between the Labour & Employment Law (South) Section and Immigration Law (South) Section.

Creditor & Debtor Law (North)

Application Judges' Luncheon

Exclusive event for Creditor & Debtor Section Subscribers