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

Holiday Cheer featuring Madam Justice Ritu Khullar of the Court of Appeal (Edmonton)

Nov 28

5:00 PM – 7:00 PM17:00 – 19:00

Parlee McLaws LLP (main Parlee boardroom)

Holiday Cheer featuring Madam Justice Ritu Khullar of the Court of Appeal (Edmonton)

5:00 PM – 7:00 PM17:00 – 19:00

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.

5:00 PM – 7:00 PM17:00 – 19:00

Parlee McLaws LLP (main Parlee boardroom)

Past Events

FACL WESTERN SPEAKER SERIES: “Diversity and the Legal Profession” (Winnipeg)

Oct 3

6:00 PM – 7:00 PM18:00 – 19:00

University of Manitoba – Robson Hall – Room 205

FACL WESTERN SPEAKER SERIES: “Diversity and the Legal Profession” (Winnipeg)

6:00 PM – 7:00 PM18:00 – 19:00

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.

6:00 PM – 7:00 PM18:00 – 19:00

University of Manitoba – Robson Hall – Room 205

FACL Fantasy Basketball League 2018/2019

Oct 2

12:30 PM12:30

FACL Fantasy Basketball League 2018/2019

12:30 PM12:30

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.

12:30 PM12:30

(UPDATED) FACL Movie Night (Winnipeg) - Crazy Rich Asians

Sep 13

5:30 PM – 9:30 PM17:30 – 21:30

(UPDATED) FACL Movie Night (Winnipeg) - Crazy Rich Asians

5:30 PM – 9:30 PM17:30 – 21:30

FACL Movie Night (Calgary) - Crazy Rich Asians

Aug 28

6:00 PM – 9:00 PM18:00 – 21:00

FACL Movie Night (Calgary) - Crazy Rich Asians

6:00 PM – 9:00 PM18:00 – 21:00

Aug 21

5:45 PM – 7:00 PM17:45 – 19:00

Miller Thomson LLP Calgary (TBC)

FACL AGM 2018

5:45 PM – 7:00 PM17:45 – 19:00

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)

5:45 PM – 7:00 PM17:45 – 19:00

Miller Thomson LLP Calgary (TBC)

Networking Night (YWiB x FACL x AVE Network)

Jun 5

5:30 PM – 8:00 PM17:30 – 20:00

Raw Bar

Networking Night (YWiB x FACL x AVE Network)

5:30 PM – 8:00 PM17:30 – 20:00

Raw Bar

We invite you to join us for a casual, networking night for the young professionals to celebrate the beginning of the summer, meet some great new people in the city and grow your network. This event is co-hosted by three non-profit organization groups. All are welcome to attend. Refreshments will be provided and your ticket purchase includes one drink ticket. We hope to see you there!

5:30 PM – 8:00 PM17:30 – 20:00

Raw Bar

FACL Western - Diversity in the City Gala

Mar 21

5:00 PM – 9:00 PM17:00 – 21:00

Civic on Third

FACL Western - Diversity in the City Gala

5:00 PM – 9:00 PM17:00 – 21:00

Civic on Third

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FACL WESTERN 3rd Annual Diversity in the City Gala

MARCH 21, 2018

5:00 PM – 9:00 PM17:00 – 21:00

Civic on Third

Feb 23

12:00 PM – 1:30 PM12:00 – 13:30

Regency Palace

Dim Sum Series - Calgary

12:00 PM – 1:30 PM12:00 – 13:30

Regency Palace

12:00 PM – 1:30 PM12:00 – 13:30

Regency Palace

(Lunar New Year) Dim Sum Series - Winnipeg

Feb 11

11:00 AM – 12:30 PM11:00 – 12:30

North Garden Restaurant

(Lunar New Year) Dim Sum Series - Winnipeg

11:00 AM – 12:30 PM11:00 – 12:30

North Garden Restaurant

11:00 AM – 12:30 PM11:00 – 12:30

North Garden Restaurant

Nov 17

12:00 PM – 2:00 PM12:00 – 14:00

Regency Palace

Dim Sum Series

12:00 PM – 2:00 PM12:00 – 14:00

Regency Palace

Shrimp dumplings. Steamed buns. Spare ribs. Let's try them all. Come join us for our popular dim sum series.

12:00 PM – 2:00 PM12:00 – 14:00

Regency Palace

FACL Movie Night in Winnipeg

September 2018 | Landmark Cinemas

Dim Sum Series in Calgary

February 2018 | Regency Chinese Restaurant

Dim Sum Series in Winnipeg

February 2018 | North Garden Restaurant

Dim Sum Series in Winnipeg

February 2018 | North Garden Restaurant

Dim Sum Series

November 2017 | Regency Chinese Restaurant

Dim Sum Series

June 2017 | Dragon Chinese Restaurant

Networking Uncorked

May 2017 | The Cellar

2nd Annual Diversity in the City Gala

March 2017 | Civic on Third

Dim Sum Series in Winnipeg

February 2017 | North Garden Restaurant

Saskatoon Launch

February 2017 | Mandarin Restaurant

Conversations with Honourable Kim Campbell

January 2017 | University of Alberta Faculty Club

Lunar New Year Potluck

January 2017 | Waterfront

Speaker Series: Betting On Yourself

December 2016 | Regency Palace

News

Aug 27, 2018

2018 AGM & New Directors

Aug 27, 2018

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

Aug 27, 2018

Apr 4, 2018

Spotlight Series: Sanjiv Parmar

Apr 4, 2018

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.

Apr 4, 2018

Mar 1, 2018

Spotlight Series: James-Scott Lee

Mar 1, 2018

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.

Mar 1, 2018

Dec 21, 2017

Spotlight Series: Jonathan Ng

Dec 21, 2017

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.

Dec 21, 2017

Oct 16, 2017

FACL Western endorses candidate for Alberta Bencher: Stacy Petriuk

Oct 16, 2017

Promoting equity, justice and opportunity

FACL Western AGM 2018

SAVE THE DATE

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