Joe Sellman arrives at ALRI having most recently worked in Policy Management and Regulatory Compliance for a Bank, and before that Joe was a litigator, primarily practicing in the area of insurance. Prior to becoming a lawyer, Joe worked as a professional technical communicator for over a decade, with experiences in a range of industries including Oil & Gas, Engineering & Construction Management, Manufacturing, and Banking. Joe is originally from the UK, and obtained his [...]

I have lived in or around Edmonton for most of my life and originally graduated from the U of A with a bachelor of science in computing sciences in 2018, before working as a police officer for 4 years and an investigator with the Government of Alberta. I am now heading into my third and last (but who's counting) year of law school in the fall. What is your favourite food? Definitely tacos If you [...]

The Alberta Law Reform Institute (ALRI) is seeking applications for Legal Counsel Apply here at the University of Alberta Website. Legal Counsel individually and as part of the ALRI team, plan and carry out complex legal research and policy analysis. They also manage reviews of legal issues to create reports and advise the ALRI Board on recommendations to improve the law. This involves elements of problem solving, and communicating with many Albertans and professionals to [...]

The Alberta Law Reform Institute (ALRI) has published Residential Tenancies Act: General Issues. This is the first in a series of reports summarizing issues in the law faced by tenants and landlords on a daily basis. The Residential Tenancies Act is important because it affects over 25% of households in Alberta. While issues frequently involve money, there can also be broader impacts for landlords and tenants and their families. Download Residential Tenancies Act: General Issues [...]

The Alberta Law Reform Institute (ALRI) is thrilled to welcome Debbie Klein to its Board of Directors. Debbie Klein has worked in the delivery of free community-based legal services since 1990—at the Society for the Retired and Semi-Retired (now SAGE), at Credit Counselling Services of Alberta (now Money Mentors), and as the Executive Director of the Edmonton Community Legal Centre since 2008. She grew up on a mixed farm in southeast Saskatchewan, and has lived [...]

The Alberta Law Reform Institute (ALRI) is excited to welcome Donald Scott K.C. to its Board of Directors. Currently serving as the Board Chair for Keyano College, Don is also the Executive Director for McMurray Metis. Don pursued his legal studies at the University of New Brunswick and obtained a master’s in law from Cambridge University. While in England, he was an Assistant Solicitor for the Bloody Sunday Inquiry. Having established roots in Fort McMurray [...]

The Alberta Law Reform Institute [ALRI] is seeking 2 students for employment between May and August 2025.  Students should be completing their second year of law and have strong writing skills to support the presentation of their research in new issues in the law. The Research Assistants will work directly with ALRI lawyers to follow project plans and research new legal policy.  This work provides students with direct feedback from our lawyers and valuable experience [...]

The Alberta Law Reform Institute [ALRI] is seeking applications for three positions on our Board of Directors. For over 50 years, ALRI has provided independent comprehensive recommendations to the Government of Alberta to improve the laws of Alberta. As a member of the ALRI Board, individuals will have the opportunity to provide input into recommendations that will have a positive impact on the lives of people living in Alberta. Past ALRI recommendations have resulted in [...]

The Alberta Law Reform Institute (ALRI) honors the life and contributions of Donald R. Cranston K.C. For eight years, Donald brought his wisdom, experience, and steadfast dedication to the Institute’s mission of advancing just and effective laws. Whether serving as a board member or as chairman, his commitment to fairness in Alberta's justice system was reflected in ALRI’s work since 2016. Donald was a thoughtful advocate who consistently sought to bring humanity into the realm [...]