Edmonton News
EDMONTON BURSARY SCHOOL
The Law Day 2007 committee would like to thank the following for their generous contribution of $1900.00 to the Bursary which will be presented to the Principal of the St. Alphonsus Catholic Elementary/Junior High School at the Opening Ceremonies.
- Judge Anderson
- Judge Bradley
- Judge Franklin
- Judge Ho
- Judge Kerby
- Justice Moreau
- Judge Philp
- Justice Ross
- Justice Topolniski
- Master Wacowich
- Ackroyd LLP
- Bennett Jones LLP
- Field LLP
- Fraser Milner Casgrain LLP
- McLennan Ross LLP
- Ogilvie LLP
Art and written works by the children of St. Alphonsus Catholic Elementary/Junior High School on the themes of justice, law and freedom will be on display at Law Day 2007.
HELP FEED EDMONTON'S HUNGRY
Law Day is FREE, but everyone is encouraged to bring non-perishable food items to the Law Courts Building in support of Edmonton's Food Bank.
LAW DAY PRESS RELEASE
Wouldn't it be nice to have the court process explained to you in an informal, entertaining setting? Have you ever agonized over being called for jury duty, or wondered why lawyers appear in black robes? Law Day demystifies the court process by opening the Court House doors on a Saturday, April 21, 2007, at 10:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Law Day will introduce you to various people in the judicial system and members of the police, lawyers and judges. Whether you are curious about the court system, are seeking a free activity filled day or are a student interested in legal work, we welcome you to join us.
Law Day is a free, family oriented event promoting access to justice!
The 25th annual Law Day will open at 10:00 a.m. with a performance of "O Canada" by Kevin Mott and greetings from dignitaries.
- Booths will be open throughout the day representing numerous law related services, in addition to the Edmonton Police Service repelling demonstration
- Alberta Justice presents on the history of juries and jury selection
- Sit in on a Children's Trial featuring the Trial Under the Sea
- Watch the annual Mock Trial Tournament for High School teams
- Join in on the mock trial presentation for the Family Trial and help to decide who will take better care of Kaz the Pooch
- Sit in on the Civil Trial and help be the Judge in Mr. Knowitall v. Mr. Grump
- View the gallery of poster art and written works by the children of St. Alphonsus Catholic Elementary/Junior High School
- Tour the Court House
Law Day takes place on Saturday, April 21, 2007 from 10:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Law Courts Building, 1A Sir Winston Churchill Square, Edmonton, (accessible by LRT and buses). For more information visit www.lawdayalberta.com or call 428-1230.
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