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Join us for a special memorial event honouring the life and legacy of Linda McKay-Panos, alumna and former professor at UCalgary Law.

The event will feature a conversation with Chief Justice Ritu Khullar, who represented Linda in a landmark disability rights case on accessible air travel. Additional reflections will be shared by friends and colleagues who knew Linda through her impactful work and advocacy.

Tuesday, October 14 | 12 – 2 p.m.
Bennett Jones Lecture Theatre
Murray Fraser Hall 2370

Questioning is not just a formality; it’s a critical opportunity for you to uncover key evidence and lay the foundation for a strong case at trial.

This event is hosted by the Advocates’ Society. Designed for Alberta advocates, by Alberta advocates, this program will help you get the most out of the questioning process for your clients.

Learn how to utilize the questioning process to your advantage. Gain tips and strategies directly from judges and leading practitioners on gathering information, obtaining admissions, testing theories and assessing witness credibility.

Register for the morning only, featuring presentations and demonstrations by noted faculty. Or, stay for the afternoon hands-on skills workshop where you will get the unique opportunity to conduct a questioning examination in a safe learning environment and receive constructive feedback from skilled faculty.

Event Details

Time: 9 a.m.
Cost: $284.25 CAD

Players de Novo is looking for members of the legal community, with or without improv experience, to audition for a new, original show. The show will be partially scripted and partially improvised, blending the wit and nuance of a written piece with the spontaneity and creativity of improv.

The “audition” will be a fun, group experience where you’ll play some of Rapid Fire Theatre’s favourite improv games. No prior improv experience is required – they’re looking for quick-witted, positive people who are willing to look a little silly. If you’re looking to grow your skills of taking risks, collaboration, listening, acceptance and positivity, this may be a good opportunity.

Selected performers will perform in the annual “Lawyer Play”, a fundraiser for Victoria School for the Arts and Rapid Fire Theatre. The cast will rehearse an original new semi-scripted play while also receiving a months-long improv training course based on Rapid Fire Theatre’s core curriculum. You’ll get a crash course in everything from the fundamentals of improv to the most advanced techniques.

Upcoming auditions are happening on Sunday, Oct. 5 at 2 p.m. at Rapid Fire Theatre. There is no cost associated with this event.

Email amy.lind@gov.ab.ca if you’re interested in auditioning, and include your year of call and place of employment.

The Saint Thomas More Lawyers’ Guild of Calgary is pleased to invite all judges, lawyers, paralegals, assistants, clerks, and other members of the legal profession and related professions, as well as family and friends, to Calgary’s annual Red Mass, to be held on Wednesday, Nov. 26, 2025, at St. Mary’s Cathedral. Bishop William McGrattan will preside, with a reception to follow in the St. Mary’s Cathedral Hall.

The featured guest speaker for the reception will be His Eminence Cardinal Thomas Collins. Cardinal Collins served as the Metropolitan Archbishop of Toronto from 2007 to 2023, the Archbishop of Edmonton from 1999 to 2006, and the Bishop of St Paul from 1997 to 1999. He was elevated to the rank of Cardinal by Pope Benedict XVI on Feb. 18, 2012, and served as a cardinal elector in the papal conclaves that elected Pope Francis and Pope Leo XIV.

Cardinal Collins will be speaking about lessons from the life and thought of St. Thomas More.

Event Schedule

• 4:30 p.m. Gowning of judges and lawyers (Note: gowning is not necessary to attend or join the procession)
• 5 p.m. Mass (open to all)
• 6–8 p.m. Catered reception featuring His Eminence Cardinal Thomas Collins
  The Red Mass is a Mass celebrated in honour of the legal profession as a vocation in the service of justice and the common good. It is an occasion for people employed in the administration of justice as judges, lawyers, paralegals, assistants, civic leaders, and law students of all faiths to celebrate the beginning of the new judicial term and ask for blessing, strength, and enlightenment in the pursuit of justice for all.

The tradition of the Red Mass began in the Cathedral of Paris in 1245. The Red Mass was first celebrated in England around 1310, where it is still celebrated annually at Westminster Cathedral. The Red Mass was first celebrated in Canada in 1896, and was re-instituted in Calgary in 2015.

The Mass is free and open to all to attend, including the general public. However, a ticket is required for those members and invited guests who want to attend the catered reception following the Mass. Each ticket to the reception comes with one complimentary drink ticket.

If you have any questions about the event, or require financial assistance to purchase a ticket to the reception, please contact the Saint Thomas More Lawyers’ Guild of Calgary through the event registration page or by sending us an email at calgary.stmlg@gmail.com.

Join the Law Society of Alberta and leadership coach, Allison Wolf, for a Zoom webinar highlighting core principles and skills for developing effective mentoring relationships.

In this webinar, Allison will explore what makes mentorship truly meaningful, for both mentors and mentees. Grounded in neuroscience and enriched with real-world stories, this session will offer key skills for building trust, asking powerful questions and navigating the phases of mentorship with intention.

Allison will be joined by two guests who will share their knowledge and experiences. As a mentor, this webinar will provide you with valuable tools for your role, including a five-minute meeting prep checklist and proven strategies to build relationships that inspire, support and promote growth. There is no associated cost to this event.

Event Details

Time: Noon–1:30 p.m.
Register for the webinar

The Collaborative Professionals of Canada and the Collaborative Divorce Alberta Association are pleased to co-host the Canadian Collaborative Rocky Mountain Conference being held November 6–9, 2025, at the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel in Banff, Alberta, Canada.

While the surroundings will awe attendees with its beauty and adventures, the conference itself will bring a refreshing collaboration of masterclass training, interdisciplinary professional networking, and a warm welcome from Indigenous spiritual leaders and elders. The goal is to bring together the Collaborative community, to deepen expert skills, and support excellence in Collaborative Practice.

Event Details

Time: See agenda
Price: $1,580 CAD for four-day conference. See other pricing.

Foreclosure law is constantly evolving — are you up to date? This webinar explores the most recent decisions shaping foreclosure practice. Learn how these rulings can affect your files, influence your strategy and help you provide timely, informed advice to clients in this complex area of law.

Event Details

Time: Noon
Price: $95

Every year since 2011, the Alberta Lawyers’ Assistance Society has gathered lawyers from across Alberta to walk together in support of good mental health and well-being in our communities. Meet colleagues who care about well-being and engage in a healthy, outdoor activity while counteracting the stigma about mental health and addiction.

In 2025, walks will be held in the following locations:

Grande Prairie: Wednesday, Sept. 17 at 12:10 p.m.

Lethbridge: Wednesday, Sept. 17 at 12:10 p.m.

Calgary: Friday, Sept. 26 at 12:10 p.m.

Edmonton: Saturday, Sept. 27 at 10 a.m. (dog-friendly)

Join these walks to get away from your desk, reconnect with colleagues, and raise awareness of lawyer well-being. Everyone in the legal community is welcome — lawyers (including those seeking accreditation, non-practising and practising), staff, articling students and law students. There is no cost associated with these events.

Preparing for your first appeal can be daunting but understanding the key elements of effective appellate advocacy can make all the difference. This webinar offers practical guidance for lawyers new to appellate advocacy or for lawyers looking for a refresher on appellate advocacy, with a focus on drafting effective factums, honing written advocacy skills and understanding what judges look for in appeal materials. Gain valuable insight into the appellate process from both sides of the bench and leave with tips to present your client’s case with clarity and confidence.

Event Details

Time: noon
Price: $295