Events in Alberta

Alberta Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, Animal Welfare Symposium 
September 10-11, 2026
The Alberta Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (Alberta SPCA) is proud to present the 2026 Animal Welfare Symposium, sponsored by Vétérinov. This comprehensive event gathers experts and advocates to investigate the underlying issues affecting animal safety and to strengthen local communities. September 10-11, 2026, Calgary, AB; Holiday Inn & Suites
Calgary South Conference Centre

Environmental Humanities and Multispecies Justice Symposium
September 17, 2026
Highlighting a keynote address by Professor Emelia Quinn regarding vengeful beavers in Kent Monkman’s artistic works. The community is invited to join! September 17, 2026, 12:30–6:00 PM; River valley (12:30–1:50) and University Commons Building, 1-480 (2:10–6:00) See the attached poster for details 

University of Lethbridge Applied Ethics Lab
Conference: “MAID at Ten: Lessons from Canada’s First Decade.” October 30-31, 2026.
**Register here to attend in-person or virtually.**


Explore these organizations for further upcoming opportunities:

Alberta Research Ethics Symposium (UCalgary)
Connect with academic researchers throughout the province for engaging workshops centered on the evolution of ethics and research integrity.

Alberta Human Rights Commission – Public Workshops
Participate in educational sessions hosted by the Alberta Human Rights Commission, dedicated to human rights, equity, and fostering inclusive, professional environments.

Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta (APEGA) Ethics Workshop
The APEGA Ethics Workshop guides qualifying students in engineering and geoscience toward achieving professional excellency. All guests are encouraged to attend, though only students from the University of Alberta, the University of Calgary, and Mount Royal University may apply the promotional code for application discounts and initial membership dues.

John Dossetor Health Ethics Seminars (UAlberta)
Engage in sophisticated discussions regarding medical ethics and healthcare standards through these prestigious University of Alberta seminar series.