High-quality programs to fulfill your CPD plan
CBA Alberta has a full range of programs to fit your learning needs, and help you fulfill your annual professional development plan as required by the Law Society of Alberta.
Thu Mar 19
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm MT
Administrative Law (North)
Charter Values: Fact or Fiction?
Presenter: Professor Mark Mancini
The world of Charter values in administrative decision-making is in flux. What is a Charter value? When do decision-makers need to take them into account? Professor Mark Mancini will explore these and other questions with the hope of determining whether Charter values are fact or fiction.
Thu Mar 19
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm MT
Criminal Justice (South)
Crown and Defence Tips and Practical Considerations in Litigating Charter Issues
Presenters: Steven Johnston & Kelsey Sitar
Crown and Defence tips and practical considerations in litigating Charter issues.
Thu Mar 19
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm MT
Criminal Justice (South)
Crown and Defence Tips and Practical Considerations in Litigating Charter Issues
Presenters: Steven Johnston & Kelsey Sitar
Crown and Defence tips and practical considerations in litigating Charter issues.
Thu Mar 19
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm MT
Insurance Law (South)
The Legal Minefield of Expert Opinion
Presenter: Ryan Dobson
Is your expert qualified on paper, only to be exposed in court? Drawing on real-world examples, this session examines how expert opinions can derail cases before trial or unravel under cross-examination.
Thu Mar 19
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm MT
Insurance Law (South)
The Legal Minefield of Expert Opinion
Presenters: Ryan Dobson
Is your expert qualified on paper, only to be exposed in court? Drawing on real-world examples, this session examines how expert opinions can derail cases before trial or unravel under cross-examination.
Thu Mar 19
12:00 pm - 1:30 pm MT
CBA Alberta
2026 CBA Alberta Annual General Meeting
2026 CBA Alberta Annual General Meeting
Mon Mar 23
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm MT
Privacy & Access Law (South)
Employment & Privacy: Key Issues for Alberta Employers in 2026
Presenters: Hayley Rushford
This webinar will explore AI in HR decisions, employee monitoring including biometrics, and personal information in the workplace investigation context.
Tue Mar 24
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm MT
Business Law (North)
Replay: Contract Law Update - Developments of Note (2025 Edition)
Presenters: Lisa Peters, K.C. & Catherine Whitehead
This replay of the Contract Law Update – Developments of Note (2025 Edition) reviews key developments in uncertain contractual terms, electronic signatures, GAAP-related clauses, guarantees versus indemnities, and the evolving duty of good faith, offering practical insights into important recent developments in contract law.
Tue Mar 24
12:10 pm - 1:30 pm MT
Law Students - U of C
Practicing Immigration Law
Presenters: César J. Agudelo & Lucinda Wong
Meet lawyers practicing in diverse areas of immigration law in Calgary.
Tue Mar 24
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm MT
Civil Litigation (South)
Fireside Chat: Advocacy with Justice A.A. Fradsham
Presenters: The Honourable Justice A.A. Fradsham & Sabrina Chehade
This event offers a unique opportunity to engage directly with the bench and hear valuable advice on effective advocacy, navigating procedural hurdles, and case management.
Wed Mar 25
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm MT
Health Law (North)
Emerging Topics: Minors and Medicine in Law
Presenter: Rayna Lew
This session will provide an overview of emerging topics affecting minors in health care.
Wed Mar 25
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm MT
Immigration Law (South)
AAIP in Focus: Recent Updates and Practical Implications for Immigration Counsel
Presenters: Susie Adeniyi & Michael A.E. Greene K.C.
Join us for an in-person meeting featuring an update on recent developments to the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) and their practical implications for immigration lawyers.
Thu Mar 26
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm MT
Alternative Dispute Resolution (North)
The Thin Black Line: Judicial Intervention in Arbitration
Presenter: Michael Sestito
This presentation will be a good primer for anyone practicing in alternate dispute resolution by exploring when and how the court can intervene in appointing arbitrators and reviewing arbitration decisions.
Thu Mar 26
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm MT
Privacy & Access Law (North)
Privacy Law in 2026: Where are we now and where are we going?
Presenter: David Fraser
In a rapidly evolving field like privacy, it’s hard to keep up with everything that’s going on. This session will help you get caught up with recent developments in privacy and consider what’s looming over the horizon.
Mon Mar 30
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm MT
Construction Law (North)
Third Party Beneficiaries to Construction Contracts
Presenter: Tim Mavko
Tim Mavko will discuss the current law in Alberta and Canada regarding third party beneficiaries and the situations in which third parties can enforce or be bound by these terms.
Tue Mar 31
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm MT
Aboriginal Law (South)
Cowichan Judgment: Implications for Aboriginal Title Claims and Private Landowners in Alberta and Beyond
Presenter: Joshua Jantzi
. In this session, we will unpack the Court’s extensive reasons and examine how it approached historical occupation, continuity, exclusivity, and evidentiary proof, as well as the interaction between Aboriginal title and fee simple property rights.
Wed Apr 1
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm MT
Aboriginal Law (North)
Class Actions and Aboriginal Law: History, Convergence, and Contemporary Impact
Presenters: Steven L. Cooper, K.C.
A discussion of the historical evolution of both class actions and the empowerment of Indigenous peoples through caselaw, the strategic advantages of class actions over mass torts, and the broader social and political effects of class proceedings.
Wed Apr 1
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm MT
Alternative Dispute Resolution (South)
Vexing Arbitration Issues
Presenters: Bryan C. Duguid, KC & Jim McCartney
Engage in a lively and insightful discussion led by two seasoned arbitrators. This Section meeting is designed to foster a rich exchange of ideas, drawing on a range of perspectives.
Thu Apr 2
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm MT
Personal Injury Law (South)
Updates in Mild Traumatic Brain Injury (mTBI) and TBI for 2026
Presenter: Dr. Manu Mehdiratta
Up-to-date information regarding the diagnosis, treatment and functional impact of mild traumatic brain injuries.
Thu Apr 2
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm MT
Women Lawyers' Forum (North), Young Lawyers (North)
Small, Solo, and Thriving: Women Shaping Their Own Legal Careers
Presenters: Lynn Kirwin & Patti MacDonald
Insights on alternative career paths, mentorship outside traditional firm structures, and the realities of building and sustaining a legal practice.
Thu Apr 2
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm MT
Taxation Law (South)
Recent Tax Cases That Should Be on Your Radar
Presenter: Barrett Schultz
Recent court decisions continue to reshape the Canadian tax landscape, with important implications for tax planning, compliance, and litigation strategy. In this webinar, Barrett Schultz will review notable recent tax cases
Wed Apr 8
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm MT
Labour & Employment Law (South)
ALRB 101
Presenter: Bill Armstrong & William Johnson
ALRB Vice Chairs Bill Armstrong and William Johnson will give us some updates related to labour practice in Alberta. They provided a similar presentation a few years ago that was helpful and well attended.
Wed Apr 8
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm MT
Natural Resources (South)
Energy Security: A European Perspective
Presenters: Dr. Leigh Hancher & Dr. Rudiger Tscherning
Amidst the unprecedented oil disruption resulting from the spiralling war in Iran, we will look at how the European Union has approached the topic of energy security and what the implications are
Fri Apr 10
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm MT
Charities Law (Provincial), Young Lawyers (South)
Non-Profit Board Essentials Roundtable: Roles, Duties, and Risk
Presenter: Camron D. Schwartz
A focused roundtable discussion examining the core legal duties, governance responsibilities, and risk considerations facing non-profit board directors. Participants will gain practical insight into fiduciary obligations, financial oversight, and decision-making frameworks essential for effective board service.
Mon Apr 13
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm MT
Municipal Law (South)
Wetlands in Municipalities – Ownership and Municipal Processes
Presenter: Arlene Kwasniak
Professor Kwasniak will share her research about the murky area of Crown ownership of wetlands, and talk about its significant implications for both municipalities and landowners.
Mon Apr 13
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm MT
Young Lawyers (North)
Navigating Self-Represented Litigants
Presenter: Andrea M. Steen
This seminar offers practical tips on managing procedural challenges, maintaining professionalism, and advancing your client's interests effectively.
Tue Apr 14
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm MT
Wills & Trusts (South)
Third-Party Disclosure in Estate Matters: Court Orders, Privacy Legislation, and Best Practices
Presenter: Eleanor Carlson This presentation examines how recent legislative changes and institutional restructuring in Alberta have altered the disclosure landscape.
Tue Apr 21
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm MT
Family Law (North)
View From the Bench
Presenters: The Hon. Justice J.L. Wilkins & The hon. Justice G.D.B. Kendell
Hear directly from two presiding Justices of the Court of King’s Bench on their view on all things family law related. We are pleased to offer the views of Justice J.L. Wilkins, and Justice G.D.B. Kendell
Wed Apr 29
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm MT
CBA Alberta
Lawyer’s Fee Disputes and Costs Assessments: Practice, Procedure, Pitfalls and Pointers - Edmonton
This practical session offers a clear overview of lawyers’ fee disputes and costs assessments under Part 10 of the Rules of Court. Review and Assessment Officers highlight common issues and share tips to help counsel avoid unnecessary delays.
Wed Apr 29
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm MT
CBA Alberta
Lawyer’s Fee Disputes and Costs Assessments: Practice, Procedure, Pitfalls and Pointers - Calgary
This practical session offers a clear overview of lawyers’ fee disputes and costs assessments under Part 10 of the Rules of Court. Review and Assessment Officers highlight common issues and share tips to help counsel avoid unnecessary delays.
Mon May 4
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm MT
CBA Alberta
Grief Literacy in the Workplace
Presenter(s): Daria Soltysiak & Christina Tulloch
In a culture that often avoids grief and discomfort, many of us feel unsure how to respond when loss and transition show up in our lives, workplaces, and communities. This workshop explores practical ways to approach endings with greater courage and compassion, helping us build more supportive, grief-literate workplaces and communities.