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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.

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2025-12-03 12:00:00 a.m.

Wed Dec 3

12:00 pm - 1:30 pm

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!

Wed 03 Dec ;
2025-12-03 12:00:00 a.m.

Wed Dec 3

5:30 pm - 8:30 pm

CBA Alberta

Inns of Court | Calgary

SOLD OUT | Do's and Don'ts in Advocacy

Wed 03 Dec ;
2025-12-04 12:00:00 a.m.

Thu Dec 4

12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Personal Injury Law (South)

Slip Happens: Forensic Investigations & Analyses of Slips, Trips, & Falls

Presenter: Robert Townsley, P. Eng
You’ll gain insight from a forensic engineer into the effect of surface conditions and environmental factors on premises liability cases, and how compliance with building codes and bylaws can make or break an investigation.

Thu 04 Dec ;
2025-12-04 12:00:00 a.m.

Thu Dec 4

12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Taxation Law (South)

Canada's Clean Energy Investment Tax Credits Post-Budget 2025

Presenter: Bonnie Wilde
Please join us for a practical and forward-looking discussion of Canada's clean energy investment tax credits post-Budget 2025. This session will be especially valuable for practitioners advising on transactions in Canada's clean energy sector.

Thu 04 Dec ;
2025-12-04 12:00:00 a.m.

Thu Dec 4

12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Taxation Law (South)

Cancelled

Canada's Clean Energy Investment Tax Credits Post-Budget 2025

Presenter: Bonnie Wilde
Please join us for a practical and forward-looking discussion of Canada's clean energy investment tax credits post-Budget 2025. This session will be especially valuable for practitioners advising on transactions in Canada's clean energy sector.

Thu 04 Dec ;
2025-12-08 12:00:00 a.m.

Mon Dec 8

12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Privacy & Access Law (South)

Privacy Incident and Breach Management

Presenter: Brent Arnold
This session will teach Alberta lawyers how to respond to privacy incidents and breaches, with a focus on compliance, privilege and risk minimization. Attendees will learn how breach counsel helps manage legal obligations and minimize risk for clients using real-world scenarios.

Mon 08 Dec ;
2025-12-08 12:00:00 a.m.

Mon Dec 8

12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

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 considerations 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.

Mon 08 Dec ;
2025-12-08 12:00:00 a.m.

Mon Dec 8

12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Young Lawyers (North)

How Not To Get Sued

Presenter: Coralie Mohr
Recently recognized by Best Lawyers in Canada, Coralie Mohr defends Alberta lawyers involved in ALIA claims every week. In this webinar, she’ll reveal common circumstances that lead to ALIA claims and provide you with the tools and habits that mitigate the risks of claims arising. 60 minutes + Q&A. Register now.

Mon 08 Dec ;
2025-12-10 12:00:00 a.m.

Wed Dec 10

4:00 pm - 10:00 pm

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.

Wed 10 Dec ;
2025-12-11 12:00:00 a.m.

Thu Dec 11

12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Environmental, Energy & Resources Law (North)

Alberta’s policy on “agriculture first” / Electric Energy Land Use and Visual Assessment Regulation

Presenter: Terri-Lee Oleniuk
Join Terri-Lee Oleniuk, the Practice Group Leader of the Regulatory group of Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP in Calgary, as we discuss Alberta’s policy on “agriculture first” and the new rules introduced for renewable energy projects under the Electric Energy Land Use and Visual Assessment Regulation.

Thu 11 Dec ;
2025-12-11 12:00:00 a.m.

Thu Dec 11

12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Family Law (North)

Key Updates for Practitioners from Resolution Counsel

Presenters: Jeffrey Keller, Michelle Pidhirney, Vincent Xu
Resolution Counsel will discuss their role, the recent changes, and key information for practitioners. This session will be held in collaboration with a Family Court Counsellor in KB.

Thu 11 Dec ;
2025-12-11 12:00:00 a.m.

Thu Dec 11

5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Construction Law (North)

Social at DOSC


Join the Construction Law Section for a standing reception at DOSC.

Thu 11 Dec ;
2025-12-12 12:00:00 a.m.

Fri Dec 12

4:00 pm - 6:30 pm

Small, Solo & General Practice (South), Young Lawyers (South)

Joint Holiday Social at the Fox on 6th

Come and enjoy food, drinks and great conversations at the holiday social!

Fri 12 Dec ;
2025-12-15 12:00:00 a.m.

Mon Dec 15

12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Construction Law (South)

2025 Annual Case Law Review

Presenters: Construction Law (South) Section Executives
Please join the Section Executive as they present and discuss the key construction law cases from the last calendar year and there potential implications on construction practice going forward.

Mon 15 Dec ;
2025-12-16 12:00:00 a.m.

Tue Dec 16

12:00 pm - 2:30 pm

Creditor & Debtor Law (North)

Application Judges' Luncheon

REGISTRATION CLOSED | Exclusive event for Creditor & Debtor Section Subscribers

Tue 16 Dec ;
2026-01-05 12:00:00 a.m.

Mon Jan 5

12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Municipal Law (South)

Lessons Learned from the Recent Municipal Elections

Presenter: Maggie Burlington
A discussion of lessons learned from the recent municipal election such as, the hand count, recounts, legislative interpretation and the toll of a modern municipal election.

Mon 05 Jan ;
2026-01-09 12:00:00 a.m.

Fri Jan 9

12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Legal Research & Knowledge Management (South)

Knowledge Management and Research in the Public Sector: Perspectives From the ASC

Presenter: Chelsea Tolppanen
An overview of how public sector teams support innovation, monitor evolving risks and changes, and enable training within a regulatory context.

Fri 09 Jan ;
2026-01-12 12:00:00 a.m.

Mon Jan 12

12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Young Lawyers (North)

Judgement Enforcement 101

Presenters: Kari L. Sejr, Sean S. McMann, Coulton Bell
You were successful in obtaining judgment, but collecting that judgment is an entirely different process. This seminar will provide an overview of how to enforce court judgments, including an outline of various steps.

Mon 12 Jan ;
2026-01-12 12:00:00 a.m.

Mon Jan 12

12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Young Lawyers (North)

Cancelled

Judgement Enforcement 101

Presenters: Kari L. Sejr, Sean S. McMann, Coulton Bell
You were successful in obtaining judgment, but collecting that judgment is an entirely different process. This seminar will provide an overview of how to enforce court judgments, including an outline of various steps.

Mon 12 Jan ;
2026-01-20 12:00:00 a.m.

Tue Jan 20

12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Wills, Estates & Trusts

Hope for the Best, Plan for the Rest: The Nuances of Advanced Care Planning and Understanding MAiD in 2025

Presenter: Sheri Somerville
MAiD in 2025, considering the difference between Palliative Care, Hospice care and MAiD.

Tue 20 Jan ;
2026-01-29 12:00:00 a.m.

Thu Jan 29

12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Elder Law – (South)

Heart and Brain Health: Awareness and Action

Presenters: Samantha Semper & Donna L. Gee
This session explains what heart attacks and strokes are, their risk factors, and key warning signs.

Thu 29 Jan ;
2026-02-24 12:00:00 a.m.

Tue Feb 24

11:30 am - 1:30 pm

CBA Alberta

2026 Distinguished Service Awards

Jointly presented by the Law Society of Alberta and the Canadian Bar Association - Alberta.

Tue 24 Feb ;
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