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Women Lawyers' Forum (North)

Reception to Celebrate Women Appointed to the Bench

The Women Lawyers' Forum is pleased to host this annual reception to celebrate women recently appointed to the bench. We look forward to a lively gathering with food and drinks.
Special Guests: The Honourable Chief Justice of Alberta, Rita Khullar & CBA Alberta Branch Secretary, Kathy Briere

CBA Alberta

CBA Alberta Section Executive Spring Workshop | Calgary

Join us for our annual Spring Workshop, where we'll kickstart the planning for the upcoming year. This year, we'll focus on essential strategies for running effective meetings and events in the 2025/2026 Section year. Drawing from our past Section Leader

CBA Alberta

CBA Alberta Section Executive Spring Workshop | Edmonton

Join us for our annual Spring Workshop, where we'll kickstart the planning for the upcoming year. This year, we'll focus on essential strategies for running effective meetings and events in the 2025/2026 Section year. Drawing from our past Section Leader

Environmental Law (South)

Clean Incentives: Understanding the Investment Tax Credit Landscape in Canada

This meeting will unpack the investment tax credit landscape in Canada and its role in driving sustainable investment across the country.
Presenter: Brendan Sigalet

CBA Alberta

Midnight Taiko Drum Workshop | Calgary

As part of Lawyer Mental Health Week, we are hosting an interactive Taiko drumming workshop. Participants will explore the art of Taiko while learning fundamental Japanese drumming techniques in a session designed for beginners.

CBA Alberta

Kita no Taiko Drum Workshop | Edmonton

As part of Lawyer Mental Health Week, we are hosting an interactive Taiko drumming workshop. Participants will explore the art of Taiko while learning fundamental Japanese drumming techniques in a session designed for beginners.

Insurance Law (North)

The Snakes and Ladders of Mediation

Insights and experiences in the mediation process.
Presenter: Adam Germain KC

Creditor &, Debtor Law (North)

Attributing Intent to Corporations re: Impeachable Transact

Presenter: Dr. Anna Lund

Real Property Law - Commercial (South)

Competition Act – Property Controls Post Amendments

Presentation on the amendments to the Competition Act and how they impact use in commercial real estate
Presenter: Eric Dufour

Taxation Law (South)

Death & Taxes: Current Issues

The presentation includes discussion of areas such as: taxation in the year of death, taxation of the estate, post-mortem planning strategies, trusts and beneficiaries, and more.
Presenter: Chris Johnston

Administrative Law (South)

Annual Case Law Review

Join us as we conduct our annual review of notable administrative law judgments handed down between May 2024 and March 2025.
Presenter: Marlé Riley

CBA Alberta

Inns of Court | Edmonton

You're Done Questioning & Cross Examination... What Happens Next?

Family Law (North)

Navigating Streamlined Trials – A Case Study

Presenters: Laura H. Bruyer KC & Jane Kupolati

Health Law (South)

Medical Malpractice Litigation: From the Trenches

Marian Black will discuss her experience in maintaining an active practice in the field of medical malpractice, and provide practical thoughts and guidance on key issues faced by practitioners.
Presenters: Marian Black

Legal Research &, Knowledge Management (South)

Introducing the COAL Guide: The Whys and Hows

Canada’s new free legal citation guide, the Canadian Open Access Legal Citation Guide (COAL Guide), was published in June 2024 and is available on CanLII. Two of its creators share insights into why it was developed, its benefits, and the reasoning behind its citation rules.
Presenters: Ann Marie Melvie & Michelle Terriss

Young Lawyers (South)

Foreclosure Law and Your Practice

Foreclosure law doesn't stand alone - it weaves through real estate, litigation, debtor-creditor relations, and insolvency law. Join us for an engaging and practical session tailored to young lawyers looking to develop their understanding of the foreclosu

Charities Law (Provincial)

Report on the CBA National Charities Executive Meeting and the Charities Symposium

Alberta lawyers who attended the charities symposium and national CBA charities section executive meeting in April in Toronto will give a report on issues discussed and timely topics
Presenters: Yvonne Chenier & Christina Grayburn

Construction Law (South)

Refining Written and Oral Advocacy: Insights from the Bench and Bar

Please join the Construction Section for a lively panel discussion on refining advocacy skills featuring the Honourable Justice Michael Marion of the Court of King’s Bench of Alberta and leading disputes counsel. Focusing on keys on achieving success in c

Constitutional &, Human Rights Law (North)

Inmate Disciplinary Proceedings and the Charter

A discussion of the John Howard Society of Saskatchewan v Saskatchewan (Attorney General), 2025 SCC 6 decision and its potential implications.
Presenter: Nicholas Trofimuk

Wills &, Trusts (South)

Cross Border (Canada-US) Estate Tax Considerations

Please join to hear from Aasim Hirji, Director of Canadian Tax Law, and Evan Crocker, Senior Tax Associate at Moodys Tax, discuss US-Canada Estate Tax Considerations.
Presenters: Aasim Hirji & Evan Crocker

Securities Law (South)

Update on CSA OTC Derivatives Regulation

Over-the-counter (OTC) derivatives act as a foundational layer in modern financial markets. Trading
Presenter: Janice Cherniak

Labour &, Employment Law (South)

Recent Changes to OH&S and Judicial Consideration in Alberta

Presenter: Steve Eichler

CBA Alberta

Make Your Law Firm Stand Out with Digital Marketing

The legal industry is more competitive than ever, and firms that don’t embrace digital marketing risk falling behind.
With legal tech expert Nathan Lee

Natural Resources (South)

Uses and Abuses of UNDRIP in Canadian Courts

Join Dr. Dwight Newman, one of Canada’s top experts in Indigenous rights law, for a lively discussion of recent Canadian judicial uses of the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples.

Insurance Law (South)

“Care First Insurance: Where We’re At”?

Mr. Atnikov will give us a general update on the current scheme, as well as what we expect to be coming down the pipe.
Presenter: Izaak Atnikov

Business Web North, Business Law (North), Business Web South, Business Law (South)

Legacy Planning for Business Owners

Presenter: Isabelle Cadotte

Personal Injury Law (South)

Neuro-Ophthalmologic & Neurovestibular Disorders Following Concussion

Presenter: The Honourable Justice Nancy M. Carruthers

Privacy &, Access Law (South)

Privacy and AI in U.S. and Europe

Join us for a webinar featuring Laura Clark Fey. Laura will provide an overview of the privacy and AI frameworks in U.S. and Europe and will highlight emerging trends and topics in U.S. and European data protection law.
Presenter: Laura Clark Fey

Family Law (South)

Cross-Examination in Family Law

Cross-examination is a powerful tool in family law litigation, but it requires careful planning and execution to be effective. This talk will explore key strategies for conducting a persuasive and focused cross-examination, including structuring questions

Family Law (South)

Family Law | Social & Election

Connect with fellow Family Law Section subscribers and take part in the election for the Section Executive.

CBA Alberta

Inns of Court | Calgary

Practical Tips & Tricks for Written and Oral Advocacy

Real Property Law - Residential (South)

Closing Arguments: Residential Case Law Update 2025

Presenter: Peter W. K. Ridout

In-House Lawyers (South)

Interesting Cases in Human Rights

Please join us and bring your in-house Human Resource colleague to our panel discussion reviewing interesting cases and trends in human rights law.

Alternative Dispute Resolution (North)

Key Considerations for Solicitors in Drafting Arbitration Clauses

A practical conversation about key considerations for solicitors in drafting arbitration clauses, including the pros and cons of going institutional or ad hoc and best practices.
Presenters: Joanne Luu & Romeo Rojas

Insolvency Law (South)

Current Issues in Energy Law Insolvency Proceedings

Hear from practitioners representing various stakeholder interests in recent insolvency proceedings, including purchasers, debtors, third parties, regulators and court officers.
Presenters: Sean Collins, Dustin Olver, Brittney LaBranche & Ryan Zahara

Immigration Law (South)

Exploring the Intersection of Family Law and Immigration

Presenters: Sanjiv Parmar

Privacy &, Access Law (North)

Current Issues in Health Law

Join us for an insightful webinar featuring our speaker, Rose Carter, K.C. Rose is a leading figure in the area of health law with over 30 years of experience advising medical professionals and litigating complex regulatory matters.
Presenter: Rose M. Carter, KC

Creditor &, Debtor Law (North)

The Intersection of Bankruptcy and Family Law – Recent Cases and Practical Tips

The presentation will cover recent cases and practical issues in family law and bankruptcy, including property claims, surviving claims, undervalue transfers, Dower rights, and insights from trustees.
Presenters: Sandra Landy, Rebecca Frederick, Rebecca Frederick and Daniel England

Creditor &, Debtor Law (North)

The Intersection of Bankruptcy and Family Law – Recent Cases and Practical Tips

The presentation will cover recent cases and practical issues in family law and bankruptcy, including property claims, surviving claims, undervalue transfers, Dower rights, and insights from trustees.
Presenters: Sandra Landy, Rebecca Frederick, Rebecca Frederick and Daniel England

Construction Law (South)

Year-End Social at Barbarella Bar

As the 2024–25 season of Section programming comes to a close, your Construction Law Section Executive warmly invites all Section subscribers to join us at Barbarella Bar to mix, mingle and enjoy refreshments generously provided by our returning event sponsors, HKA and Revay.

CBA Alberta

Retirement on Trial: Life’s Next Case

Join us for a special screening of Retirement on Trial, a compelling documentary exploring the challenges and opportunities of life beyond law. Stay for a thought-provoking panel discussion with the filmmaker, legal professionals, and retirement experts, followed by a reception where you can connect and continue the conversation.
Presenters: Stephen Herman, Evelyn Neaman, Honourable Donna Shelley, KC, Honourable Robert Philp, KC, & Randall Osgood

CBA Alberta

Retirement on Trial: Life’s Next Case

Join us for a special screening of Retirement on Trial, a compelling documentary exploring the challenges and opportunities of life beyond law. Stay for a thought-provoking panel discussion with the filmmaker, legal professionals, and retirement experts, followed by a reception where you can connect and continue the conversation.
Presenters: Stephen Herman, Evelyn Neaman, Honourable Marina Paperny KC, Michael Swanson KC, & Pamela McCluskey

Aboriginal Law (South)

Lunch & Link Up: CBA Aboriginal Law South

Step away from the desk and into community! Join us for a laid-back lunch where conversations flow, connections grow, and familiar faces feel like home. No speeches, no agenda—just good food, great company, and the chance to strengthen our legal circle

Insurance Law (South)

Summer Social - Lawn Bowling

Join us for a fun summer evening at the CBA Insurance Law South Section Annual Lawn Bowling Event!