UALC Annual Panel Conference 2026

We are excited to announce that tickets for the University of Alberta Law Club's third Annual Panel Conference are now available!

We hope to see you on campus for our Annual full-day Panel Conference on Saturday, February 28. This event brings together lawyers, law students, and members from University of Alberta Faculty of Law to share insights from their legal journeys and admissions, with plenty of opportunities to learn, connect, and engage. Tickets include lunch and refreshments, and the event is open to all students.

Event Details:

Dress code: Business Casual

Date and Time: February 28th, 2026 from 11:00AM - 4:00/4:30PM

*Check-in: 10:45 a.m. | Programming begins: 11:15 a.m.

Itinerary:

10:45 A.M. – 11:15 A.M. - Check-in, coffee/refreshments and mingle

11:15 A.M. – 11:45 A.M. - Welcome & Address by Dean of Law

11:45 A.M. – 12:00 P.M. - Mini-break before panel #1

12:00 P.M. – 12:45 P.M. - PANEL #1 (Lawyers: Vanessa Dantes; MD Law, 
Doug Peterson, Parlee McLaws LLP & University of Alberta; Ahmad Berjak & Khalid Berjak, Berjak Law; Vincent Tong, Veria Law)

12:45 P.M. – 1:30 P.M. - Lunch & Networking

1:30 P.M. – 2:15 P.M. - PANEL #2 (Law Students: Julnar Jaber, 1L; Alyssa Tisi, 3L; Quinn Hughes, 1L; Monisha Kingra, 2L)

2:15 P.M. – 2:25 P.M. - Mini-break before keynote

2:25 P.M. – 2:45 P.M. - KEYNOTE SPEAKER 

2:45 P.M. – 3:00 P.M. - Closing remarks

3:00 P.M –4:00 P.M. - Networking

 

Location: Maple Leaf Room [2-050], Lister Conference Centre, 87 Avenue and 116 Street.

Parking: (Lot M) in front of the conference centre.

General Tickets: Tickets will cost $30 + $1.69 Showpass ticketing fee.

Please note that proof of ticket purchase via will be required upon entry, and tickets will not be sold at check-in. 

ATTENTION: Law Students, Faculty Members, and Lawyers - please email us at ualc@ualberta.ca for RSVP information!]

Dietary Restrictions: Attendees are responsible for being aware of their own dietary restrictions and allergies.

Vegetarian and gluten-free options will be provided.

If you have specific dietary concerns or require additional information about menu items, please notify us in advance by emailing ualc@ualberta.ca so we can provide relevant details and accommodate where possible.

We understand that this year’s conference takes place during Ramadan, and we are committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming experience for all attendees. We are flexible with scheduling to support full participation throughout the day and understand that attendees who are observing may need to step out; we will make best efforts to support individual needs, including providing prayer space where possible.

We look forward to coming together for a meaningful event that supports our community.

Accessibility:This event is wheelchair accessible. 

DISCLAIMER:

Ticket holder voluntarily assumes all risks and dangers incidental to any games or events for which this ticket is issued and waives all claims against the University of Alberta Law Club, and the Governors of the University of Alberta whether or not such claims arise from the negligence of any of the said parties. Admission is subject to compliance with all laws and facility rules. Failure to comply with laws or facility rules may result in refusal of admission or expulsion. Ticket holder consents to reasonable examinations and searches to ensure compliance with laws and facility rules, and acknowledges illegal substances are not permitted on premises.