This International Women’s Day, AWL Calgary proudly celebrates the strength, resilience, and achievements of women in the legal profession and beyond. This year’s theme, for ALL Women and Girls: Rights. Equality. Empowerment, reminds us that advancing women’s careers isn’t just about opportunity about equity, recognition, and lasting change. At AWL, we are committed to empowering… Read more »
Rani Wong, K.C. Racialized Lawyer Membership Fee Waiver for 2025
AWL has established a membership fee waiver program for ten racialized lawyers annually, called the Rani Wong, K.C. Racialized Lawyer Membership Fund. This was done in recognition of the more than two decades of service to the AWL by Rani Wong, K.C., a former AWL President and Board Member, and a champion for equity and… Read more »
2024 AWL AGM – Agenda and 2023 AGM Minutes
AWL’s AGM will be hosted in-person at Osler’s office (suite 2700, Brookfield Place, 225 6th Avenue SW) on December 2, 2024 at 12:00 p.m. Please see below for a copy of the Agenda and Minutes from the 2023 AGM.
Firm Memberships 2025 – Membership Discounts
AWL brought back its Firm Memberships in 2024 and was very successful having 19 firms sign up their women lawyers to be AWL Members. We are again offering Firm Memberships for the 2025 year. AWL has tried to directly contact many Calgary firms about this opportunity, but wanted to highlight this offer to our current… Read more »
Call for Applications for 2025 AWL Board of Directors
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… Read more »
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
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… Read more »
2024 AWL Annual Golf Tournament
Welcome to the 2024 AWL Annual Golf Tournament! Get ready to tee off at the Lynx Ridge Golf Club for a day of fun, competition, and camaraderie. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a novice golfer, this event is perfect for anyone looking to enjoy a day out on the course. No previous golf experience… Read more »
International Women’s Day
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,… Read more »
Black History Month
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… Read more »
ANNOUNCEMENT – Rani Wong, K.C. Racialized Lawyer Membership Fee Waiver
In January 2023, AWL passed a resolution to establish a membership fee waiver program for ten racialized lawyers annually, called the Rani Wong, K.C. Racialized Lawyer Membership Fund. This was done in recognition of the more than two decades of service to the AWL by Rani Wong, K.C., a former AWL President and Board Member,… Read more »