The Association of Women Lawyers (Calgary) is currently accepting applications for membership to its Board of Directors for 2025.
Please send a brief resume or biography, along with two (2) references to Tami Prince (tprince@cassels.com) and Melissa Burkett (Melissa.Burkett@gov.ab.ca) by no later than 4:00 pm on November 29, 2024.
All AWL members are welcome to apply!
This National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day, AWL Calgary honours and stands in solidarity with the lost children, survivors, and intergenerational survivors of residential schools. This day and every day, we reflect on the truth, the history of and ongoing enduring systemic impacts of colonialism on Indigenous peoples in Canada. We also commit ourselves as active allies in the ongoing process of reconciliation to amplify Indigenous voices and work together to break down systemic barriers. We commit to learn, unlearn, listen, support, and take action.
#NationalDayforTruthandReconciliation #OrangeShirtDay #EveryChildMatters
In honour of International Women’s Day and Women’s History Month, AWL Calgary celebrates and reflects on the contributions of women and female-identifying people throughout history. AWL is committed to promoting the advancement, interests, equality and well-being of all women in the legal profession. We connect women lawyers with each other, help them advance their careers, and celebrate their accomplishments through our program of professional development, networking, mentoring, and career-building opportunities.
During Black History Month, AWL acknowledges and pays tribute to the rich legacy and ongoing contributions of Black Canadians. The theme for this year, “Black Excellence: A Heritage to Celebrate; a Future to Build,” encourages the celebration of past and present achievements while inspiring anticipation for future accomplishments. AWL urges its members to commit to continuous learning and acting, fostering engagement not only in February but throughout the year. We take this opportunity to recognize Violet King Henry, the first black person to be called to the Alberta Bar in 1954 & first black woman lawyer in Canada.
AWL Calgary recognizes and observes the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on September 30, 2023. We encourage our members to read, remember, and act on the Calls to the Action by the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada. Wear the colour orange in solidarity and to reflect on the history and continuing impacts of the residential school system.
We believe that 2SLGBTQ+ rights are human rights, and we celebrate inclusion, community, and living authentically. Happy Pride Month!
Today, and every day, we celebrate and recognize the unique strength, value and contributions of women.
In particular, we applaud Alberta’s women trailblazers in the legal profession. Happy Women’s Day!
This Black History Month, AWL celebrates and honours the extensive legacy and continuing contributions of Black Canadians. This year’s theme is “Ours to tell”, encouraging a dialogue and commitment to learning the stories of Black Canadians. The AWL encourages its members to engage in continuous learning and action both during and beyond the month of February. Some available events which celebrate the contributions of Black Canadians include the following:
The legal system has historically been antagonistic towards the LGBTQ2S+ community, and although much progress has been made, the legal system has continued to prop up and reinforce systemic barriers to equality. AWL is proud to be an ally and supporter of the important work being done by and with the LGBTQ2S+ community to tear down these barriers and recreate systems that affirm the worth and personhood of each individual, regardless of gender identity and sexual orientation. During Pride month (and beyond), AWL encourages all of its members to celebrate the progress that the LGBTQ2S+ community has made, and to continue to work towards a society in which all people are afforded equality and dignity, regardless of who they are or who they love.
On this National Indigenous Peoples Day, please join with us at the AWL as we honour the history, heritage and diversity of Indigenous peoples through support for National Indigenous History Month in Canada. We encourage our members and beyond to join in positive acts of Reconciliation, including listening to Indigenous people and studying both the Truth & Reconciliation Commission of Canada’s Calls to Action, and the Findings from the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls.