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Faculty News

First graduates from Foreign Trained Lawyer Program called to the bar

Two students’ journeys from certificate to accreditation

Parents establish law school scholarship to honour daughter’s courage

Christina Lam’s heroic display in the face of a terminal diagnosis inspires more than family members

Former dean named one of Canada's "Most Influential"

Former dean Ian Holloway was named one of Canada's most influential lawyers by Canadian Lawyer magazine.

ABlawg: The Faculty of Law Blog

ABlawg Year in Review 2024

By: Admin PDF Version: ABlawg Year in Review 2024 As is tradition, ABlawg closes 2024 with a summary of highlights over the past 12 months, including some statistics, examples of ABlawg impact, and a synthesis of topics covered by authors. We also include a tribute to Linda McKay-Panos, our long-time colleague, contributor, and friend who […]

AER declines request for an Environmental Impact Assessment of the Pathways Project

By: Nicole Achtymichuk and Shaun Fluker Matter Commented On: Letter Decision by AER re: EIA of Pathways Alliance Carbon Capture and Storage Hub (25 October 2024) PDF Version: AER declines request for an Environmental Impact Assessment of the Pathways Project The Pathways Alliance Carbon Capture and Storage Hub (Pathways Project) is set to be one […]

Shared Accommodation in Alberta: Law for Roommates and Those Sharing Living Space with Their Landlords

By: Jonnette Watson Hamilton Case Commented On: Layeghpour v Paproski, 2024 ABCJ 140 (CanLII) PDF Version: Shared Accommodation in Alberta: Law for Roommates and Those Sharing Living Space with Their Landlords Shared accommodation has become increasingly common in Alberta for many reasons, including the unaffordability of both owned and rented housing. I discuss this phenomenon […]

Going Through the Motions to Trigger the Sovereignty Act: Another Paper Tiger?

By: Nigel Bankes and Martin Olszynski Matters Commented On: (1) Motion re the draft federal Clean Electricity Regulation, oral notice given, November 27, 2023, adopted by recorded vote on February 28, 2024, (2) Motion re proposed federal Oil and Gas Sector Greenhouse Gas Emissions Cap Regulations, debated and adopted December 2, 2024 and (3) Proposed […]

Alberta’s Bills Targeting Gender Diverse Youth: Comparisons, Constitutional Issues, and Challenges  

By: Jennifer Koshan Commented On: Bills 26, 27, and 29 (Alberta, 31st Legislature, 1st Session)  PDF Version: Alberta’s Bills Targeting Gender Diverse Youth: Comparisons, Constitutional Issues, and Challenges On December 3, 2024, the Alberta Legislature passed Bills 26, 27, and 29. These Bills place restrictions on gender diverse youth in the areas of health care, […]