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Alternative Dispute Resolution (South)

Arbitration After the Bench: Reflections from Former Justices Turned Arbitrators

Join former Justices Barbara Romaine and Kristine Eidsvik as they discuss the transition from judicial decision-making to arbitration and the evolving role of arbitrators.

Labour & Employment Law (South)

Baker, Li, Wigdor: The Court of Appeal Trilogy Every Employment Lawyer Must Understand

Presenters: Barry Fisher
Join renowned employment mediator and arbitrator Barry Fisher for his practical insight into three recent Ontario Court of Appeal decisions that are reshaping employment law: Baker v. Van Dolder’s Home Team Inc., Li v. Wayfair Canada ULC, and Wigdor v. Facebook Canada Ltd. Barry will go beyond the headnotes and headlines to explore what these decisions mean for litigation strategy, negotiation leverage, and client expectations—including here in Alberta.

Business Law (South)

Civility in the Profession and Obligations to Each Other

Presenters: Honourable Neil Wittmann, KC
Civility is more than a matter of manners; it is a professional obligation. Join the CBA Alberta Business Law Section to explore lawyers’ responsibilities to colleagues, legal staff, clients, and the judiciary.

Administrative Law (North)

Democracy Watch & The Future of Privative Clauses

Presenters: David Phillip Jones, KC & Bill Shores, KC
A discussion on Democracy Watch and the Supreme Court of Canada's treatment of privative clauses.

Small, Solo & General Practice (South)

Lunch and Listen - Issues Affecting SSGP Practitioners

Presenter: Jon Ablett
Join the CBA SSGP Alberta Section for an in-person listening session about the issues affecting small, solo and general practice lawyers across Alberta. This unrecorded meeting will provide space for an open and frank conversation. Share your concerns and help shape the Section’s priorities for the year ahead.

Charities Law (Provincial)

Round Table - Non Profit Law Issues

An open round table discussion for Alberta lawyers to discuss issues they have encountered while helping nonprofits and charities in Alberta with their legal requirements.

Aboriginal Law (South), Construction Law (South)

Building Projects in Partnership with Indigenous Communities

Presenters: Jeremy Barretto, Blaise Fontaine, Whitney Buhr & Brock Carscallen
Major construction projects require careful consideration of Indigenous rights, consultation obligations, and community engagement. Join us for a practical discussion on current legal developments and strategies for successful project delivery.

Criminal Justice (South)

What AI Doesn't Change About Being A Lawyer

Presenter: The Honorable Justice Steven Hinkley
The tools have changed. The responsibilities have not. Learn how AI use and misuse interact with your professional responsibilities.

Family Law (South)

Appealing Arbitration Awards

Presenters: Lane Aman
The CBA Family Law Section (South) is pleased to host Lane Aman of Hayher Lee LLP for a practical lunch and learn on the considerations, strategy, and procedure involved in appealing an arbitration award.

Law Students - U of A

Finding Your Path in Law: Conversations with Practising Lawyers

Presenters: Yoko Azumaya, Riley Gallant, Kyle Kawanami, K.C., & Alex Mosaico
There is no single path to a successful legal career. Join a panel of practising lawyers as they share their unique journeys, offer advice for navigating the profession, and answer questions about building a career in law.

Wills, Estates & Trusts

Wills & Estates in Transition: A Facilitated Roundtable Discussion

Join an interactive discussion on the trends, challenges, and opportunities shaping trusts and estates practice. Through guided questions and group discussion, participants will explore evolving client needs, changing family structures, wealth transition, administration challenges, emerging technologies, and lessons learned from practice. Active participation and the exchange of ideas are encouraged.

Municipal Law (North)

The City Does That Too? Intersection of the Municipal Government Act and Real Estate Practice

Presenter: Jamie Johnson
Property rights are often influenced by municipal law in unexpected ways. This seminar will address encroachment agreements, offsite levies, caveat discharges and more.

Real Property Residential Web

Land Titles and Surveys (LTS) and Alberta Registry Land Online (ARLO)

Presenters: Erin Lane & Sheena Koett
The presentation will cover an update on Land Titles and Surveys (LTS), as well as an update on Alberta Registry Land Online (ARLO).

Commercial Property & Leasing (North)

Commercial Real Estate Financing - Practical Considerations

Presenter: Grant Vogel
Please join us for our upcoming presentation on practical considerations and risk issues in commercial real estate financing transactions. Grant Vogel, Counsel at MLT Aikins LLP, will share an experienced practitioner’s perspective on how lenders and borrowers approach financing structures, security packages, and common pitfalls that arise in commercial deals. Attendees will gain practical insights and tips that can be applied in their commercial real estate financings.

In-House Lawyers (South)

Navigating AI Risk: A Practical Guide for In-House Counsel

Presenters: Irfan Kara & Nic Wall
AI adoption is accelerating, and with it comes a complex web of legal and compliance risks for in-house counsel. Join us for a practical session covering the AI regulatory landscape, key risk areas from privacy to employment, and actionable governance strategies to help your organization deploy AI responsibly.

CBA Alberta

Leaders Edge for Lawyers: Compassion in Practice

Presenter(s): Jennie Gilbert
Post-pandemic work environments have become increasingly transactional, which can erode connection and lead to reduced input, delayed communication, and weaker judgment. This session reframes compassion as a leadership skill, showing how intentional listening and small shifts in connection improve trust, engagement, and overall performance without lowering expectations.

Legal Research & Knowledge Management (South), Young Lawyers (South)

CanLII Webinar – Tips and Tools

Presenters: Pénélope Roussel
Discover smarter, faster legal research in this free CanLII webinar for CBA members, featuring heatmaps, AI summaries, myCanLII, and the new AI powered CanLII Recherche+, presented by Pénélope Roussel. Perfect for staying sharp and informed in your practice.

Labour Full

AI in the Workplace: Emerging Trends & Key Legal Issues for Labour and Employment Lawyers

Presenter: Gabriel Joshee-Arnal
This session will explore the many ways AI-related issues are emerging in labour and employment law, including workplace AI policies, AI-generated workplace complaints, AI-assisted hiring practices, workplace accommodations, grievances and discussions at the bargaining table.

Construction Law Full

Navigating Claims Under Alberta’s Public Works Act: Understanding the claims process, wrongful claims, and common law remedies updates

Presenters: Emma L. Johnston & James Wallbridge
Your clients may be involved in public works in the months ahead and disputes may arise on those works. Learn from the experts at Miller Thomson LLP about the Public Works Act, the claims process under that act, and noteworthy case authority. This presentation will be useful if you practice in Construction Law or Civil Litigation or you want to better understand Alberta public works.

Immigration Law (South)

Citizenship by Descent — Navigating the New Rules, Rising Demand, and the Records That Make It All Possible

Presenters: Yameena Ansari, Cassidy Foxcroft, Mike Sainsbury
With recent changes to Canada’s citizenship by descent rules and growing interest from U.S. and international applicants, immigration practitioners are navigating an evolving and increasingly complex area of law. Join us for a practical virtual lunch-and-learn on the updated rules, eligibility assessments, and strategies for obtaining vital records and genealogical documentation to better support your clients.

CBA Alberta

Mentor Reception | Calgary

Program Presenter: Sarah Corderre, CBA Alberta President
Mentor and mentee in-person introductions to kick off our 2026-2027 CBA Alberta Law Student Mentor Program. 

CBA Alberta

Mentor Reception | Edmonton

Presenter: Kathy M. Briere, CBA Alberta Vice-President
Mentor and mentee in-person introductions to kick off our 2026-2027 CBA Alberta Law Student Mentor Program. 

Municipal Law (South)

Provincial Oversight of Municipal Actions

Presenters: Gwendolyn J. Stewart-Palmer, KC
This session will explore the provisions of the Municipal Government Act that enable the province to exercise oversight of municipal actions and examine recent examples of the use of these powers.

Child & Youth Law (South)

A Discussion on the Federal Act Respecting First Nations, Inuit and Métis Children, Youth, and Families

Presenters: The Honorable Justice Cheryl Arcand-Kootenay & Lisa Weber
Join us for a discussion on the key principles and provisions of the Act, how the Act has changed the legislative landscape, and current issues/trends that have arisen in Courts in relation to the Act.

Personal Injury Law (South)

Structured Settlements: Adding Value to Resolution, Protecting the Future

Presenters: Nathan Kikkert
Topics include a brief overview and refresher on structures, how they can protect AISH and ADAP benefits, the use of structured settlements in claims for minors, and other situations where structured settlements provide value.

Taxation Law (South)

Section 116 and Recent TCP Amendments

Presenters: Amanda Bratton & Tyler Warchola
On July 23, 2026, the Department of Finance released draft legislation that proposes to amend the definition of taxable Canadian property ("TCP"). This presentation examines the proposed changes to the TCP definition, and provides an overview of section 116 and related compliance obligations.

Administrative Law (South)

AI, Evidence, and Judicial Review: Emerging Challenges for Administrative Law

Presenters: Raj Sharma, KC & Professor Joe Tomlinson
How do you challenge an administrative decision when you suspect AI was involved? Join Professor Joe Tomlinson and Raj Sharma, KC, for a discussion of the evidentiary challenges AI presents in judicial review, drawing on academic scholarship and practical experience before the Federal Court and administrative tribunals.