The Alberta government has signed a new five-year governance agreement with Legal Aid Alberta and the Law Society of Alberta. The agreement extends Legal Aid Alberta’s funding and represents a […]
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On November 15, 2024, the Honourable Kent H. Davidson will be sworn in as Chief Justice of the Court of King’s Bench of Alberta. Justice Davidson devoted 36 years to
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The Law Society of Alberta have reported the results of the 2024 Articling Student Survey, which was done in follow up to the 2019 Articling Student Survey. The survey was
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October marks the beginning of Women’s History Month in Canada. This month is dedicated to recognizing the importance of women in our society, and the achievements and contributions of women
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Friday, October 4, 2024 is Sisters in Spirit Day, a day to honour the lives of murdered and missing Indigenous girls and women and show support for their family, loved
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On Monday, September 30, 2024, Canadians will observe the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, and Orange Shirt Day. The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation commemorates the history and
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The Court of King’s Bench of Alberta has announced that beginning with the fall 2024 term, Criminal Appearance Court (‘”CAC”) sittings in Wetaskiwin will decrease from weekly on Tuesdays to
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The Alberta Human Rights Commission (the “Commission”) has announced a call of interest for Inuit, First Nations, and Métis people to participate in their second annual Indigenous Advisory Circle (the
The Alberta branch of the Canadian Bar Association (“CBA”) and the Law Society of Alberta have announced that nominations are now accepted for the 2025 Distinguished Service Awards. All members
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The Government of Canada has announced the appointment of the Honourable Kent H. Davidson as the new Chief Justice of the Court of King’s Bench of Alberta. Chief Justice Davidson
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