Promoting equity, justice and opportunity

Federation of Asian Canadian Lawyers (FACL) is a diverse coalition of Asian Canadian legal professionals working to promote equity, justice, and opportunity for Asian Canadian legal professionals and the wider community. FACL is a national not-for-profit organization working closely with other Asian Canadian associations and community organizations.  

FACL Western is a chapter within the larger FACL organization and covers the provinces of Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba and the northern territories.

 

 

Events

Upcoming Events
(External) Beyond the A: Thriving as a Female Associate
Apr 28
(External) Beyond the A: Thriving as a Female Associate

Are you about to enter into your summer or articling role in a law firm? Do you ever feel overwhelmed as a female associate in the profession? Curious to know what it really means to "find a champion"?

Join us for an in-depth discussion on all of the above and more at our live online webinar, Thriving as a Female Associate.

Past Events
FACL Western - 4th Annual Diversity in the City Gala
Mar 21
White Diamond Center
FACL Western - 4th Annual Diversity in the City Gala
White Diamond Center

The Federation Of Canadian Lawyers - Western Chapter (FACL Western) Is Pleased To Present Our Fourth Annual Diversity In The City Gala.

"Diversity in the City" is FACL Western's signature event of the year. The gala is an opportunity to showcase the extraordinary achievements of Asian Canadian trailblazers, learn about their journey and be inspired. We will also be presenting our FACL Western “Leaders in Diversity” Awards to recognize individuals, corporations and organizations who have shown a demonstrated commitment to diversity.

Come join us for dinner, hear from our inspiring speakers and make some new connections in the city.

White Diamond Center
Dim Sum Series - Winnipeg March 2019
Mar 2
Kum Koon Garden
Dim Sum Series - Winnipeg March 2019
Kum Koon Garden

The Federation of Asian-Canadian Lawyers – Western Chapter will be holding a Winnipeg dim sum lunch to celebrate the Lunar New Year!  You’re welcome to join us if you’re available and interested!

Kum Koon Garden
FACL Lunch Series - January 2019
Jan 25
Royal India
FACL Lunch Series - January 2019
Royal India

Stuff yourself with some tandoori chicken, butter chicken, and chicken tikka masala. Wash it down with a glass of mango lassi, and finish off with a delicious bowl of rice pudding. Enjoy all of this and more at the return of our popular FACL Lunch Series.

Royal India
FACL Speaker Series - Real Talk on Being Racialized Women in the Law
Jan 24
Dentons LLP
FACL Speaker Series - Real Talk on Being Racialized Women in the Law
Dentons LLP

FACL is pleased to announce our Speaker Series - Real Talk on Being Racialized Women in the Law. Join us for a candid conversation about being a racialized woman and the law.

Dentons LLP
Holiday Cheer featuring Madam Justice Ritu Khullar of the Court of Appeal (Edmonton)
Nov 28
Parlee McLaws LLP (main Parlee boardroom)
Holiday Cheer featuring Madam Justice Ritu Khullar of the Court of Appeal (Edmonton)
Parlee McLaws LLP (main Parlee boardroom)

Please join us for a little bubbly and good cheer to toast the Holidays and the coming New Year!

Our featured guest will be the honourable Madam Justice Ritu Khullar of the Court of Appeal of Alberta. We are honoured and excited to have Madam Justice share her thoughts on the topic of equal representation of the Asian community on the bench.

Parlee McLaws LLP (main Parlee boardroom)
FACL WESTERN SPEAKER SERIES: “Diversity and the Legal Profession” (Winnipeg)
Oct 3
University of Manitoba – Robson Hall –  Room 205
FACL WESTERN SPEAKER SERIES: “Diversity and the Legal Profession” (Winnipeg)
University of Manitoba – Robson Hall –  Room 205

The Federation of Asian Canadian Lawyers – Western Chapter (FACL Western) is pleased to present Provincial Court of Manitoba Judge Lindy Choy as a featured speaker in its Winnipeg speaker series.

University of Manitoba – Robson Hall –  Room 205
FACL Fantasy Basketball League 2018/2019
Oct 2
FACL Fantasy Basketball League 2018/2019

FACL Fantasy Basketball League
League Launch + Recruitment

 

Hoops fans! FACL is starting their inaugural Fantasy Basketball League this October.  No experience or knowledge is required. Your host, Alan Hong, will guide you through the basics of fantasy basketball, the NBA and basketball in general.


The league is open to Students & Lawyers.

(UPDATED) FACL Movie Night (Winnipeg) - Crazy Rich Asians
Sep 13
(UPDATED) FACL Movie Night (Winnipeg) - Crazy Rich Asians
FACL Movie Night (Calgary) - Crazy Rich Asians
Aug 28
FACL Movie Night (Calgary) - Crazy Rich Asians
FACL AGM 2018
Aug 21
Miller Thomson LLP Calgary (TBC)
FACL AGM 2018
Miller Thomson LLP Calgary (TBC)

FACL Western AGM 2018

SAVE THE DATE

Tuesday, August 21, 2018 5:45 PM - 6:30 PM [MDT]

Miller Thomson LLP Calgary (TBC)

Miller Thomson LLP Calgary (TBC)

News

News
2018 AGM & New Directors
2018 AGM & New Directors

On August 21, 2018, we held our 2018 Annual General Meeting at Miller Thomson LLP Calgary.

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Spotlight Series: Sanjiv Parmar
Spotlight Series: Sanjiv Parmar

We are honored to present our candid conversation with Sanjiv Parmar of Parmar Law (www.parmarlaw.ca).  In our conversation, Sanjiv tells us the story of how his faith inspires his practice and how his experience as a former Crown Counsel influences the way he conducts himself as a legal professional. We are happy to share a glance into Sanjiv’s story in this Spotlight Series interview.

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Spotlight Series: James-Scott Lee
Spotlight Series: James-Scott Lee

We were pleased to interview James-Scott Lee, a partner at McCarthy Tétrault LLP’s Calgary office and a member of the firm’s business law practice. Over a candid conversation, James shared his story of growing up in Vancouver, his decision to pursue a law degree and the unique career path he took to Calgary. We are pleased to present his personal story in this Spotlight series interview.

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Spotlight Series: Jonathan Ng
Spotlight Series: Jonathan Ng

We recently had the privilege of interviewing Jonathan Ng, who practices Wills and Estates at Underwood Gilholme. In our conversation, Jonathan reflects on how he succeeded in securing a fruitful and fulfilling practice. We are delighted in having the opportunity to share the story of a lawyer who is dedicated in advocating for his clients’ wishes in this Spotlight Series interview.

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FACL Western endorses candidate for Alberta Bencher: Stacy Petriuk
FACL Western endorses candidate for Alberta Bencher: Stacy Petriuk
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