Public Forum Debate, Nov 25 – Calgary Public Library
Posted on November 17, 2015 by info@pbla.ca
Join the CPL on Wednesday, November 25, 7:00-9:00 pm at Central Library’s John Dutton Theatre for this timely debate about democratic reform, which focuses on the issue of the “First Past the Post” system in Canadian elections. Debating will be Michelle Rempel, MP for Calgary Nose Hill, and Elizabeth May, MP for Saanich-Gulf Islands and …
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Refugee Sponsorship Support Program – Seeking Volunteer Lawyers
Posted on November 6, 2015 by info@pbla.ca
Calgary Legal Guidance is joining with local legal community and immigrant serving organizations to establish the Refugee Sponsorship Support Program (RSSP) Calgary. CLG is seeking lawyers willing to provide pro bono advice to groups navigating the refugee sponsorship process. Experience in immigration/refugee law is not required. CLG will facilitate expert-led online and in-person training. On-going …
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Public Forum Debate at Calgary Public Library October 28, 2015
Posted on October 27, 2015 by info@pbla.ca
Calgary Public Library will host a public forum debate “Going to Pot: The Legalization of Marijuana” Wednesday, October 28, 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm John Dutton Theatre, Central Library This exciting and very timely debate will include members from the debate teams of the University of Calgary and University of Alberta debate clubs. Register online …
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Free Legal Clinic at Calgary Public Library a Success
Posted on September 29, 2015 by info@pbla.ca
Through the combined efforts of all event partners a total of 135 individuals received free legal advice from volunteer lawyers and articling students at the Legal Advice Clinic on October 21, 2015. The clinic was held as part of Law Connect, Calgary Public Library’s annual legal event. Thank you to Norton Rose Fulbright LLP, Calgary …
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Free public legal information programs Sept and Oct, Calgary:
Posted on September 17, 2015 by info@pbla.ca
Calgary Public Library has increased the number and selection of free public legal information programs in September and October 2015. Click here for a schedule: CPL free legal programs
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Family Law Series Presentations Sept and Oct – Edmonton
Posted on September 17, 2015 by info@pbla.ca
The Edmonton Community Legal Centre continues to hold the Family Law Series Presentations at the Stanley Milner Downtown Library every Thursday evening at 6:30 PM. These presentations are open to the public with the option to register to be contacted for a follow-up meeting with a Family Law Lawyer for additional assistance. The schedules for …
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Free Legal Clinic, September 18, Lloydminster AB/SK
Posted on September 15, 2015 by info@pbla.ca
In true ‘Border City’ fashion, Pro Bono Law Alberta (PBLA) and Pro Bono Law Saskatchewan (PBLS) joined forces to provide residents with free legal advice through a one-day legal clinic in Lloydminster on Friday, September 18, 2015. The clinic provided an opportunity for individuals in the Lloydminster community and surrounding area to meet with a …
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Calgary Legal Guidance Advice-a-Thon September 12
Posted on August 13, 2015 by info@pbla.ca
Do you need to talk to a lawyer? Need free legal advice or photo identification? Or, do you want to volunteer? Join Calgary Legal Guidance on September 12 for their First Annual Advice-a-Thon at Calgary City Hall Municipal Building,800 Macleod Tr SE from 10 AM to 3 PM. Legal advice provided in family law, civil …
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Edmonton Community Legal Centre Advice-a-Thon September 12
Posted on August 13, 2015 by info@pbla.ca
The Edmonton Community Legal Centre is hosting an open-air free legal clinic at Sir Winston Churchill Square on Saturday, September 12 from 10 AM – 4 PM to support vulnerable individuals in our communities with their legal needs and increase public awareness of the programs and services that ECLC offers. Volunteer lawyers will offer free …
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PBSC and CPLEA are Hiring
Posted on July 13, 2015 by info@pbla.ca
Pro Bono Students Canada (PBSC) is currently hiring for two full-time positions in its Toronto Office: Program Manager (Bilingual) and Program Administrative Assistant (Bilingual). PBSC is a law student program that provides legal services without charge to organizations and individuals in need. PBSC’s National Office is housed at the University of Toronto, with chapters at …
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