Archived Calgary Events

These Calgary events have been archived based on an expiry date set by the originator. Please note that these events are only presented for interest – to give volunteers, nonprofit organizations, and site visitors an opportunity to see the types of events occurring in Calgary, Alberta.
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Music Ensemble Concert: University Chorus (University of Calgary)

Category: Other Event
Dates: November 19, 2015 - November 19, 2015

The University of Calgary Chorus is a 90-voice choir made up of students, community members, and faculty. The students come from a wide range of faculties such as kinesiology, engineering, education, nursing, law, and arts. This choir performs a wide variety of works throughout each academic year and is active in performance on campus and in the wider Calgary community. Tickets: Adults: $12, Students/Seniors: $9 (at the door, cash only) UCalgary students can see this performance for free thanks to the Claim Your Seat program. UCalgary staff and faculty receive a 2-for-1 discount by showing their UNICARD at the box office.

Location:

Eckhardt Gramatté Hall in the Rozsa Centre

Speaker:

Directed by Colleen Whidden

More information at http://www.ucalgary.ca/events/calendar/music-ensemble-concert-university-chorus

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Life and Death in the Napoleonic Era Royal Navy stationed at English Harbour, Antigua, West Indies (University of Calgary)

Category: Other Event
Dates: November 18, 2015 - November 18, 2015

Speaker : Dr. Tamara Varney, Lakehead University Nearly two decades of investigation of two burying grounds that were associated with the Royal Naval Dockyard at English Harbour, Antigua, West Indies has revealed some interesting insight into what life was like for Naval personnel posted to the West Indies. Sometimes referred to as the ‘Graveyard of Englishman’, the West Indies posting included many challenges such as tropical disease and lead poisoning. Both regular and enslaved personnel are represented in one of the cemeteries that was associated with a former Naval Hospital, while the other site appears to have been a less formal expedient burial ground allowing for a nice representation of lower ranking personnel. Free event, sponsored by the Archaeological Society of Alberta - Calgary Centre. See arkycalgary.com for more info

Location:

Earth Sciences - ES 443

More information at http://www.ucalgary.ca/events/calendar/life-and-death-napoleonic-era-royal-navy-stationed-english-harbour-antigua-west-indies

Music Ensemble Concert: Brass Choir and Percussion (University of Calgary)

Category: Other Event
Dates: November 18, 2015 - November 18, 2015

The Chamber Music Program at the University of Calgary offers a rich and varied experience for qualified performers regardless of instrument. Graduate and undergraduate performers collaborate to perform on-campus and in the community. There are several chamber ensembles that are off-shoots of this program including percussion, guitar, brass choir and improvisation. Tickets: Adults: $12, Students/Seniors: $9 (at the door, cash only) UCalgary staff and faculty receive a 2-for-1 discount by showing their UNICARD. UCalgary students can get in for free thanks to the Claim Your Seat program.

Location:

Eckhardt Gramatté Hall in the Rozsa Centre

Speaker:

Directors: Gareth Jones & Rod Thomas Squance

More information at http://www.ucalgary.ca/events/calendar/music-ensemble-concert-brass-choir-and-percussion

Let’s Enjoy Japanese Culture .. Calligraphy! (University of Calgary)

Category: Other Event
Dates: November 18, 2015 - November 18, 2015

Calligraphy with Japanese intern Hazuki Sodejo ARE YOU INTERESTED IN CALLIGRAPHY? WANT TO LEARN TO WRITE WITH A TRADITIONAL BRUSH? Then this event is perfect for you! Please join us as Japanese intern Hazuki Sodejo gives a lecture on Japanese calligraphy. ----------------------------------------------------- Hi everyone, this is Hazuki Sodejo, Japanese intern from Japan. This November I would like to hold a few Japanese cultural events to introduce some Japanese culture and give you an opportunity to experience it. Let’s enjoy Japanese Culture! Japanese Calligraphy Wednesday, November 18, 2015 3:30-5:00 pm SA 245 For Free! Note: We will use Indian ink so I recommend you not to wear your favorite cloths at this event!

Location:

Science A 245

Speaker:

Hazuki Sodejo

More information at http://www.ucalgary.ca/events/calendar/lets-enjoy-japanese-culture-calligraphy

Annual Quantum Public Lecture: Teleportation, Time Travel and Escape from Black Holes (University of Calgary)

Category: Other Event
Dates: November 18, 2015 - November 18, 2015

The Institute for Quantum Science and Technology presents its Annual Public Lecture at 7pm on Wednesday 18 November 2015. This year's speaker is Seth Lloyd, who is the Nam P. Suh Professor of Mechanical Engineering and Director of the Center for Extreme Quantum Information Theory at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Dr Lloyd's research focus is on the interplay of quantum information with complex systems. In addition to his seminal work on quantum simulation, he wrote a popular book Programming the Universe in which he argues that the universe itself is a quantum computer running a cosmic program. The topic of the talk focuses on time travel, which is common science fiction fare, but less well-known is that time travel has a scientific basis allowed by general relativity and various quantum models. Time travel is intrinsically paradoxical (killing one's grandparent so you thus never exist), but I show how time travel paradoxes can be resolved by quantum teleportation. As an extra benefit, teleportation provides a strategy for escaping black holes. Dr Lloyd will also describe the results of an experiment in which a photon is sent a few billionths of a second back in time with instructions to kill its former self. The event is free but an advance ticket is required to join. Registration details are at http://iqst.ca/outreach/publiclecture.php The Lecture is followed by a free reception for the speaker and the audience.

Location:

MacEwan Ballroom

Speaker:

Professor Seth Lloyd is the 2015 Annual Quantum Public Lecturer http://www.rle.mit.edu/people/directory/seth-lloyd/

More information at http://www.ucalgary.ca/events/calendar/annual-quantum-public-lecture-teleportation-time-travel-and-escape-black-holes

Managing Anxiety (University of Calgary)

Category: Other Event
Dates: November 18, 2015 - November 18, 2015

Become more aware of the experience of anxiety, and learn strategies to manage anxiety more effectively. Click here to register

Location:

Wellness Centre Classroom (MSC 370)

More information at http://www.ucalgary.ca/events/calendar/managing-anxiety

To Ghana: Our work and study-abroad trip on a scholarship (University of Calgary)

Category: Other Event
Dates: November 18, 2015 - November 18, 2015

Hear from two University of Calgary students who worked abroad and earned credits towards their degree studies after receiving the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Scholarship. Free event this Wednesday, Nov. 18, 12 - 1 pm, in the CIBC Hub Room of the Rozsa Centre. Learn how you can earn credits and possibly a scholarship to work or study abroad. For further information and to register call 403.220.7078 or email at solis@ucalgary.ca.

Location:

CIBC Hub Room Rozsa Centre

More information at http://www.ucalgary.ca/events/calendar/ghana-our-work-and-study-abroad-trip-scholarship

Budget Town Hall (University of Calgary)

Category: Other Event
Dates: November 18, 2015 - November 18, 2015

Please join your fellow students, faculty and staff for our annual update on the university’s budget. President Elizabeth Cannon, Provost and Vice-President (Academic) Dru Marshall and Vice-President (Finance and Services) Linda Dalgetty will discuss the university's current financial position, the 2016-17 budget process, as well as the opportunities and challenges we see ahead. We look forward to further dialogue with our entire campus community. Budget Town Hall Wednesday, Nov. 18 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. MacEwan Ballroom The town hall will be live-streamed for those unable to attend in person. Visit www.ucalgary.ca/provost and sign in with your I.T. username and password to view the webcast from any location with internet access and to submit questions by email during the town hall.

Location:

MacEwan Ballroom

More information at http://www.ucalgary.ca/events/calendar/budget-town-hall

Recent Research into the Causes of Bear Attacks in North America (University of Calgary)

Category: Other Event
Dates: November 18, 2015 - November 18, 2015

Since 1967, Dr. Stephen Herrero has done research on the behavior of bears and has applied what he and colleagues have found to provide people with knowledge about the details of aggressive behavior in bears. For instance, lots of people like to walk their dogs in bear country, but over half of 93 black bear attacks on people, between 2010 and 2013, involved dogs. Fido is not always your best friend. He has also done major research on the use of bear spray to deter bear attacks. It works. For most people, and in most situations, it works better than firearms. He could go on, and will in his talk. This event is organized by the University of Calgary Emeritus Association and is sponsored by the Vice-President (University Relations). It is open to the community at no charge.

Location:

Senate Room - 7th Floor (room 721) - Hotel Alma

Speaker:

Dr. Stephen Herrero, Professor Emeritus, Faculty of Environmental Design, University of Calgary.

More information at http://www.ucalgary.ca/events/calendar/recent-research-causes-bear-attacks-north-america

Health Check - Foothills Campus (University of Calgary)

Category: Other Event
Dates: November 18, 2015 - November 18, 2015

Do You Know Where You Are on the Health Continuum? Students, faculty and staff are invited to drop in & participate in a free, confidential health check-up. No registration needed! Simple screening tests, lifestyle questionnaire & wellness stations! Stop by for a quick health check or stay longer and visit all stations. Date: Wednesday, November 18, 11:00am - 2:00pm Location: HRIC Atrium Featuring new testing: Lung capacity! All fitness/wellness levels welcome! Please remember to print your Health Check bookmarks Sample wellness stations: Physical Fitness & Active Living – tips from the Canadian Physical Activity Guidelines Blood pressure – have your blood pressure taken and get resources for maintaining cardiovascular health Eating Healthy – eating right tips from a registered dietitian Stress & Sleep – resources for better sleep hygiene, stress reduction and practicing mindfulness in our everyday lives Health & Wellness Resources – take away tips and tools for living a healthier lifestyle For more information, please contact: Russell Thomson at 403-220-3075 and russell.thomson@ucalgary.ca. Presented by the SU Wellness Centre in collaboration with Human Resources and Active Living

Location:

Foothills Campus - HRIC Atrium

More information at http://www.ucalgary.ca/events/calendar/health-check-foothills-campus

Agumchaab-Let's Unite. Sharing our QES Internship Experience in Ghana. (University of Calgary)

Category: Other Event
Dates: November 18, 2015 - November 18, 2015

“Agumchaab- Let’s Unite” Sharing our QES internship experience in Ghana Open Presentation Amy Bruce and Heather Lee (Development Studies) are excited to share their international experience as interns with the Queen Elizabeth Scholarship Program (QES) and the Community Based Rehabilitation Project (CBR) in Ghana. Join us to learn about their community involvement, professional development, and upcoming international internship opportunities. This is a free event and a light lunch will be provided. This program is made possible with financial support from the Community Foundations of Canada, Government of Canada, provincial governments, and the private sector. Technical support is provided by Universities Canada. In-kind contributions and support received from the Presbyterian Community Based Rehabilitation (CBR) project, Sandema, Ghana.

Location:

CIBC Hub Room Rozsa Centre University of Calgary

More information at http://www.ucalgary.ca/events/calendar/agumchaab-lets-unite-sharing-our-qes-internship-experience-ghana

Environmental, Energy and Natural Resources Law Career Panel (University of Calgary)

Category: Other Event
Dates: November 17, 2015 - November 17, 2015

Participate in a candid discussion with lawyers practicing in the fields of energy, environmental, natural resources and aboriginal law about their experiences and career trajectories. Panelists will speak to their legal practice in boutique firms, government regulators, large firms, and in-house with energy companies in today’s dynamic landscape. Featured Panelists: Alison Koper, JD'12, Alberta Energy Regulator Geoff Macleod, BA'00, Gowlings Lafleur Henderson LLP Douglas Rae, BA'73, Rae and Company James Coleman, University of Calgary Sarah Black, JD'09, Shell Canada Lunch provided to those who register; event open to all. REGISTER Presented by the Environmental Law Society and the Career and Professional Development Office.

Location:

Murray Fraser Hall 2370

More information at http://www.ucalgary.ca/events/calendar/environmental-energy-and-natural-resources-law-career-panel

Health Check - Spyhill Campus (University of Calgary)

Category: Other Event
Dates: November 17, 2015 - November 17, 2015

Location:

Spy Hill Campus - Clinical Skills Building

More information at http://www.ucalgary.ca/events/calendar/health-check-spyhill-campus

Motivation and Procrastination (University of Calgary)

Category: Other Event
Dates: November 16, 2015 - November 16, 2015

Gain information and strategies to stay motivated and avoid procrastination on assignments and studies. Click here to register

Location:

Wellness Centre Classroom (MSC 370)

More information at http://www.ucalgary.ca/events/calendar/motivation-and-procrastination

Doing Research That Matters: Mobilizing Inspiration, Expertise, and Collaborative Inquiry to Support Gang Involved Immigrant Youth (University of Calgary)

Category: Other Event
Dates: November 16, 2015 - November 16, 2015

Known as a community builder, Dr. Hieu Van Ngo has worked with community partners to develop and guide the implementation of more than 13 collaborative projects. Dr. Ngo currently leads the Identity-Based Wraparound Intervention Project, a city wide initiative that aims to develop a Canadian approach to youth gang prevention through integrative services and support for high risk and gang involved youth. Light refreshments will be served. All are welcome! The Postcolonial Studies Research Group gratefully acknowledges the support of the Department of English, the Faculty of Arts, and the Faculty of Social Work.

Location:

Social Sciences 1015

Speaker:

Dr. Hieu Van Ngo, Assistant Professor, Faculty of Social Work

More information at http://www.ucalgary.ca/events/calendar/doing-research-matters-mobilizing-inspiration-expertise-and-collaborative-inquiry-support

CalWHO Conference (University of Calgary)

Category: Other Event
Dates: November 13, 2015 - November 15, 2015

CalWHO is a student-led organization that hosts an annual, three-day, World Health Organization simulated conference. The conference theme this year is Refugee Health. Our aim is to make this discussion an interdisciplinary activity with participants bringing the unique perspectives of their own faculties and departments to the table. This conference would give students the opportunity to develop their teamwork, debate and research presentation skills as well as educate them on the global phenomenon of refugees. We are also offering students a chance to present their own relevant research in a poster format at our first ever Global Health Fair! All interested students wishing to present their relevant Global Health related research are well come to submit their posters. Head to www.calwho.org for more information and to register. We look forward to meeting you at the conference! CalWHO

Location:

Health Sciences Building

Speaker:

For more information on our keynote and panel speakers, visit www.calwho.orgCalWHO

More information at http://www.ucalgary.ca/events/calendar/calwho-conference

Postcards in the Archives -exhibit (University of Calgary)

Category: Other Event
Dates: November 13, 2015 - December 21, 2015

The University of Calgary Archives and Special Collections is pleased to announce an exhibition of the modern-media communications explosion of a hundred years ago: Picture Postcards. Postcards once excited and captured the imagination of millions of people in the early 20th century and fired up a new media revolution, the results of which we're still seeing today. Postcards were the emails and iPhones of the 1909, complete with their own memes. Though it may seem outdated and obsolete to us now, the postcard collecting craze was the product of an era undergoing more disruptive technological and social changes than we are today. With an estimated one billion cards made each year in North America alone during the boom, many postcards remain for collectors and enthusiasts to cherish and interpret today. The exhibition features a rare opportunity to view the Elsie Taylor Album of British Actor Postcards. The album of 156 cards belonged to the English schoolgril Elsie Taylor of Hampstead, England. The postcards were collected from 1906-19100 and feature portraits of 42 actresses and 24 actors. The album is owned by Special Collections at the University of Calgary and was acquired through this university's Drama department. The exhibit closes December 21, 2015 so don't miss the opportunity to see this unique display on the 5th floor of the Taylor Family Digital Library.

Location:

Arts and Culture Reception Area 5th Floor TFDL

More information at http://www.ucalgary.ca/events/calendar/postcards-archives-exhibit

Learn to Float – Free (University of Calgary)

Category: Other Event
Dates: November 10, 2015 - November 10, 2015

Knowing how to float can save your life. Join us for a free learn to float class and take your first steps towards learning to swim. No experience required! https://www.ucalgary.ca/ActiveLiving/registration/Program/ifloat?offeringId=F15AAALF2

Location:

Aquatic Centre (KNA171)

More information at http://www.ucalgary.ca/events/calendar/learn-float-free

Networking Gala - hosted by Career Services (University of Calgary)

Category: Other Event
Dates: November 10, 2015 - November 10, 2015

Networking Gala Networking 101 taught you the skills to be successful at networking events and the Networking Gala is your chance to put them into practice! This is your opportunity to make connections with industry professionals from various sectors, as well as staff, and fellow students. Dress code is business casual. This event is open to students from all faculties and years of study, who have attended the prerequisite 'Networking 101' sessions on October 27th or November 4th, and/or attended a Networking workshop hosted by our Career Specialists. Tuesday, November 10th, 2015 5:00-7:00pm The Loft -- 4th Floor of MacEwan Student Centre (take the elevator or stairs by The Lost & Found/ Information Desk) Register for the Networking 101 sessions on CareerLink. Once the Networking 101 workshop is completed, all attendees will be invited via email to the Gala. Visit Career Services for more details.

Location:

The Loft -- 4th Floor of MacEwan Student Centre

More information at http://www.ucalgary.ca/events/calendar/networking-gala-hosted-career-services

Creativity & Convergence - Creating the new Alberta! (University of Calgary)

Category: Other Event
Dates: November 10, 2015 - November 10, 2015

Creativity & Convergence – Creating the new Alberta! 8:30AM - 6:00PM, Monday, November 30th Conference Centre - downtown Campus - University of Calgary Our spring Conference in Edmonton “Creativity & Convergence” - “Engineering innovation” generated several recommendations for advancing innovation, contributing to diversifying Alberta’s economy, and increasing resilience to economic shocks. The Calgary Conference is to sustain the momentum, report on progress and mobilize collaborative initiatives to further advance innovation and diversification. ** CONFERENCE PROGRAM ** 8:30 Registration Opens 9:00 Workshops - Choice of 10 three-hour workshops topics complimentary to the Conference theme Noon Luncheon - Plated lunch, granting of ABCtech’s 1st Innovation Award and a moderated panel: Moderator – Joni Avram, Cause & Effect Marketing and Panelists: Jim Dewald, Dean - Haskayne Business School: University of Calgary; Daniel Doz, President - Alberta College of Art+Design; Suzanne West, President - Imaginea Energy; Dylan Jones, CEO and President - Canada West Foundation 1:30-4:30 Focus Groups. Eighteen topics derived from the spring Conference’s recommendations and a provincial survey concluding with actionable resolutions and leadership 4:30-6:00 “U-Who” Networking Reception featuring beverages and bistros, lite entertainment, full room light sculpture and posting of resolutions

Location:

University of Calgary Downtown Campus

More information at http://www.ucalgary.ca/events/calendar/creativity-convergence-creating-new-alberta

AVALANCHE SAFETY AWARENESS (University of Calgary)

Category: Other Event
Dates: November 9, 2015 - November 9, 2015

Do you snowshoe, ski, board or snowmobile in the mountains? Play it safe this winter and attend the Outdoor Centre's AVALANCHE SAFETY AWARENESS. You'll learn what an avalanche is and get an overview of companion rescue/gear. You'll discover the thought process of an experienced backcountry traveler, and how to develop skills for a lifetime of play in the Rockies. This presentation is great as a refresher for experienced, backcountry enthusiasts, or as an introduction for first-timers. This presentation is FREE and open to the public. Come a bit early to park and find a good seat. Donations for the Campus Food Bank will be accepted but is not required. Student Passport level-up points available.

Location:

Kinesiology Room 126

Speaker:

JEFF BULLOCK ACMG/IFMGA, Manager of Mountain & Climbing Programs, Instructor, Guide. Jeff is the Outdoor Centre's ACMG Full Mountain Guide, and brings a world of experience to his new position as Manager of the Mountain and Climbing programs. In addition to guiding/instructing for us since 2004; he was the Managing Lead Guide for a heli-ski company; and has 15 years guiding experience with the Alpine Club, Yamnuska Mountain Adventures, and Alpine Air Adventures. Jeff’s many contributions to the mountain community include a considerable amount of climbing route development in the Bow Valley and Lake Louise areas. ACMG Full Mountain Guide, Canadian Avalanche Association Professional Member.

More information at http://www.ucalgary.ca/events/calendar/avalanche-safety-awareness

Lorna MacLachlan Quintet (University of Calgary)

Category: Other Event
Dates: November 9, 2015 - November 9, 2015

The Lorna MacLachlan Quintet is composed of five innovative players from Calgary. The music, written and arranged by Lorna, is brought to life by Richard Harding (saxophones), Keith Smith (guitar), Stefano Valdo (bass) and Robin Tufts (drums), with Lorna on piano and vocals. While this music may best be described as belonging to the genre of jazz, it is heavily influenced by the classical and folk genres. Part of the Monday Night Jazz Series at the School of Creative and Performing Arts. Pre-purchase tickets at 403.210.7576 or scpa.ucalgary.ca. Tickets are also available at the door. Adults $25, Students/Seniors $18 Show your Unicard UCalgary students get in for free (Claim Your Seat) UCalgary alumni and employees get 2-for-1 discount

Location:

University Theatre

More information at http://www.ucalgary.ca/events/calendar/lorna-maclachlan-quintet

Animal Law and Environmental Law: Parallels and Synergies – Implications for Alberta (University of Calgary)

Category: Other Event
Dates: November 7, 2015 - November 7, 2015

The Faculty of Law and the Canadian Institute of Resources Law invite you to attend a free public lecture on Animal Law and Environmental Law: Parallels and Synergies - Implications for Alberta. This event is sponsored by the Alberta Law Foundation. With its intricate layers of international, federal, and state protections, environmental law is more established than animal law. In his new book, What Can Animal Law Learn From Environmental Law?, Professor Randall S. Abate of Florida A&M University College of Law has assembled an experienced team of more than 20 academics, advocates, and legal professionals from the environmental and animal law fields to examine the experiences of these two fields. Drawing on lessons from history, politics, and law, the 17-chapter book examines how environmental law’s successes and shortcomings can inform animal law, and how the two fields can work together to secure mutual gains in the future. This presentation will address some of the key topics of the book’s coverage, including standing, food law, agricultural practices and climate change, and the need for animal law to establish itself more firmly in international law. Please register at: http://www.eventbrite.ca/e/saturday-morning-at-the-law-school-public-lecture-animal-law-and-environmental-law-parallels-and-tickets-19188746056.

Location:

MFH 3360

Speaker:

Randall S. Abate, Professor of Law, Director of the Center for International Law and Justice, and Project Director of the Environment, Development & Justice Program at Florida A&M University College of Law in Orlando, Florida.

More information at http://www.ucalgary.ca/events/calendar/animal-law-and-environmental-law-parallels-and-synergies-implications-alberta

The ABCs of LGBTQ (University of Calgary)

Category: Other Event
Dates: November 6, 2015 - November 6, 2015

What is the difference between “transgender” and “transsexual”? Can you use the word "queer" to talk about people and theory and texts? Why does LGBTQIA+ have so many letters? What does the "A" even stand for? Join us to discuss all this and more at "The ABCs of LGBTQ," a panel that will include a discussion of language and terminology, how to talk about queer topics, a debunking of common myths, and an introduction to queer theory. This event is brought to you by the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Protected Disclosure, Q: The SU Centre for Sexual and Gender Diversity, and the Faculty of Arts. Date and time: Friday, November 6, 12:00-1:00pm (light lunch refreshments provided!) RSVP at https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/the-abcs-of-lgbtq-tickets-19124768698

Location:

280 MacEwan Student Centre

Speaker:

Panelists: Derritt Mason (Department of English, Faculty of Arts), Katie O'Brien and Leah Schmidt (Q: The SU Centre for Sexual and Gender Diversity)Moderator: Dawn Johnston (Assistant Dean, Student Engagement, Faculty of Arts)

More information at http://www.ucalgary.ca/events/calendar/abcs-lgbtq

Self-Care for Stress Management (University of Calgary)

Category: Other Event
Dates: November 6, 2015 - November 6, 2015

Explore practical strategies to more effectively manage stress and create a personalized self-care plan. Click here to register

Location:

Wellness Centre Classroom (MSC 370)

More information at http://www.ucalgary.ca/events/calendar/self-care-stress-management

Due North: Pre-Conference Workshop, Beading Workshop (University of Calgary)

Category: Other Event
Dates: November 5, 2015 - November 5, 2015

Due North: Next Generation Arctic Research and Leadership Conference is hosting several pre-conference workshops on Wednesday, November 4th and Thursday, November 5th. Most workshops will take place in the Taylor Family Digital Library (TFDL) room 403/405. Click here for more information on all the workshops For a small fee ($25/workshop), we invite all interested parties to take part in these workshops. Beading Workshop Mrs. Annie Smith is a 90 year-old Elder of the Kwanlin Dun First Nation. She has been sewing and selling her sewing since she was a girl. She sold purses and dolls to tourists coming off the train in Carcross in the 1920’s, before the highway came through. When tourists began coming up the Alaska Highway in their motorhomes, collectors from France sought her out to buy her work. Her work is commissioned by the Yukon Premier and by her First Nation. She has also taught many people how to sew over the years. She believes that “There is no such thing as can’t do!” Come with a willingness to try and you’ll be amazed at what Mrs. Smith will be able to guide you to do. Ms. Dianne Smith, Mrs. Annie Smith’s daughter, is a younger Elder of the Kwanlin Dun First Nation. A home tanned cushion cover which she beaded toured in Europe as part of an awardwinning interior design for the Canadian House and Home magazine in the winter of 2015. Dianne works with students at Jackson Lake in a land-based healing program run by Kwanlin Dun First Nation, and when they want to learn sewing as part of their healing process, she brings her Mom out to teach them. On one hand, this will be a hand-on three hour sewing class, where students will undertake a simple project under the instruction of Mrs. Annie Smith and Ms. Dianne Smith. Students who are interested in working with First Nations Elders will have an opportunity to learn from two who have a lot of experience teaching. They can ask questions as they work. It is considered good practice when learning from a First Nations Elder to make sure you connect with their families, and students will be able to see how Dianne and her mother interact as they teach together. In mainstream academic culture there is the idea that knowledge exists in an abstract plane; this is a chance to learn from knowledge that exists in the relationship between Dianne and her mother. If you are interested in joining this workshop, please register and pay by clicking here or visiting our website: https://arctic.ucalgary.ca/civicrm/contribute/transact?reset=1&id=24 Any questions, please email acuns15@ucalgary.ca or phone 403-220-7515

Location:

Taylor Family Digital Library

Speaker:

Nicole Bauberger, Dianne Smith, Annie Smith

More information at http://www.ucalgary.ca/events/calendar/due-north-pre-conference-workshop-beading-workshop

Art for War and Peace: How a Great Art Project Helped Canada Discover Itself (University of Calgary)

Category: Other Event
Dates: November 5, 2015 - November 5, 2015

Ian Sigvaldason will present, in conjunction with Barracks to Banks, Founders' Gallery, and The Military Museum All events are free and open to the public

Location:

Gallery Hall - Taylor Family Digital Library

More information at http://www.ucalgary.ca/events/calendar/art-war-and-peace-how-great-art-project-helped-canada-discover-itself

Diversity in Supply Chain Career Fair (University of Calgary)

Category: Other Event
Dates: November 5, 2015 - November 5, 2015

Diversity in Supply Chain Career Fair http://www.vanhorne.info/event/2015-11-05/diversity-supply-chain-career-fair Date & Time: November 5, 2015 | 10:00 am - 5:30 pm Location: University of Calgary Downtown Campus, 906 8th Avenue S.W., Calgary, Alberta, T2P 1H9 Diversity in Supply Chain project is a one-day career fair including keynote speakers, panel discussions and a workshop series. The goal of the event is to connect the Supply Chain industry to underemployed or unemployed people that fit within the six underrepresented groups (Women, Aboriginal Persons, Persons with Disabilities, Immigrants, Youth and Mature workers). Increasing diversity in Canada’s workforce leads to a competitive advantage in the marketplace, and higher corporate performance and profitability. Diversity improves short term business performance by reducing costs, resolving labour shortages, accessing new markets and improving performance in existing markets. Companies with a diverse workforce have been shown to be more adaptable, have greater innovation and increased customer relations. Building on the work completed by the Van Horne Institute in Women in Supply Chain, Youth in Supply Chain and Building Inclusive Workplaces projects, Diversity in Supply Chain aims to enable companies to put previous research into practice. The Van Horne Institute is inviting interested companies to participate in the supply chain career fair in Calgary. Staff will also have the opportunity to attend the keynote speeches and engage in networking sessions. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT William Merrill, Project Lead email: wpmerrill@triskelelogisticsltd.com Phone: 403.454.6926 or 403.464.6472

Location:

Downtown campus

More information at http://www.ucalgary.ca/events/calendar/diversity-supply-chain-career-fair

Due North Next Generation Arctic Research & Leadership Opening Reception (University of Calgary)

Category: Other Event
Dates: November 5, 2015 - November 5, 2015

You are invited to the Due North: Next Generation Arctic Research and Leadership Welcome Reception on Thursday, November 5th 2015 at 6pm in MacEwan Hall B at the University of Calgary Main Campus. This will be an excellent opportunity for you to meet and interact with the next generation of Northern scholars. We have a very exciting program scheduled so RSVP by October 23rd 2015 to acuns15@ucalgary.ca This is a free event but donations are appreciated. Visit http://arctic.ucalgary.ca to make a donation.

Location:

MacEwan Hall B

Speaker:

Arctic Institute of North America (AINA) and Association of Canadian Universities for Northern Studies (ACUNS) representatives

More information at http://www.ucalgary.ca/events/calendar/due-north-next-generation-arctic-research-leadership-opening-reception

Register to attend Baitun Nur Mosque Tour and Dinner (University of Calgary)

Category: Other Event
Dates: November 5, 2015 - November 5, 2015

The Ahmadiyya Muslim Students' Association welcomes all the faith based clubs at the University of Calgary for an evening at the Baitun Nur Mosque - 4353 54th Ave NE. The program will consist of a guided Mosque tour, a presentation, Q&A session and dinner. You can meet directly at the Mosque at 6:00pm, or meet at the Faith & Spirituality Centre (MSC 373) at 5:30pm to carpool. Click here for more information.

More information at http://www.ucalgary.ca/events/calendar/register-attend-baitun-nur-mosque-tour-and-dinner

Verbatim presents .. An Evening with KLINGON (University of Calgary)

Category: Other Event
Dates: November 5, 2015 - November 5, 2015

Thursday, November 5th, resident Klingon Expert, Joey Windsor, will be in attendance to share his knowledge on one of Star Trek's many legacies. He has been much in demand, and Verbatim is super pleased that he will do this presentation before he becomes so very busy and famous: "Klingon is an invented ConLang (constructed language) which has been created to be as unnatural as possible in a human context, but both learnable and pronouncable by the actors of Star Trek. As such, it follows the general principles of linguistic universals. In this talk we will explore what makes this barely human language exciting from unusual phonetics and phonology, morphology and syntax, and semantics. We will look into the sociolingusitics of the 6500+ person speech community, and into the background of how and why this language was created. Despite the linguistic content of this talk, it has been arranged so that very little prior linguistic knowledge is required to understand the discussion." You asked for it! Hope to see you there!

Location:

Craigie Hall - CHD 420 - Language Research Centre

Speaker:

Joseph Windsor (PhD Student, Linguistics)

More information at http://www.ucalgary.ca/events/calendar/verbatim-presents-evening-klingon

Surviving Canada (University of Calgary)

Category: Other Event
Dates: November 4, 2015 - November 4, 2015

This event is for Newcomers, International Students, and their spouses/partners. As Newcomers, there are many new situations and challenges that living in a different country presents. This event is an opportunity to share, as well as learn from your many peers on campus, about the experiences of being in Canada. Light refreshments will be provided. This event will be held on November 4th at 3pm. Click here for more information and to register

Location:

MSC 373

More information at http://www.ucalgary.ca/events/calendar/surviving-canada

Due North: Pre-Conference Workshop, Working with Communities: Workshop on applied environmental and social science research in northern Canada (University of Calgary)

Category: Other Event
Dates: November 4, 2015 - November 4, 2015

Location:

Taylor Family Digital Library

Speaker:

Dermot O'Connor, Timothy Clark, Gillian Staveley, Vinay Rajdev

More information at http://www.ucalgary.ca/events/calendar/due-north-pre-conference-workshop-working-communities-workshop-applied-environmental-and

Due North: Pre-Conference Workshop, Research Ethics and Requirements for research involving human participants in the North (University of Calgary)

Category: Other Event
Dates: November 4, 2015 - November 4, 2015

Due North: Next Generation Arctic Research and Leadership Conference is hosting several pre-conference workshops on Wednesday, November 4th and Thursday, November 5th. Most workshops will take place in the Taylor Family Digital Library (TFDL) room 403/405. Click here for more information on all the workshops For a small fee ($25/workshop), we invite all interested parties to take part in these workshops. Research Ethics and Requirements for research involving human participants in the North Research ethics boards are required by academic institutions to ensure that research ethics policies and procedures are established and adhered to by faculty and students. This is to make sure that researcher’s and institutions are doing high quality research with high quality standards. We must minimize all potential risks and maximize the benefits for all those involved. In this workshop we will go through some of the standard practices and requirements for ethics review of research. Some of the areas to consider: 1. What is research ethics and why is it a requirement for academic institutions? Why do the Northern Colleges have research ethics review processes in place? 2. What is a Research Ethics Board/Committee? How do they operate? 3. Research ethics application forms (standard requirements and information). What needs to be considered when completing the forms (rationale and methods, selection/recruitment, risks and benefits, privacy, confidentiality and data security, informed consent and the right to withdraw) How do I complete these? – what do I need to consider in my research planning process. Community consultation – what is this and how do I do this in the best way possible. What are other things that might be considered in an REB review? 4. TCPS2 Tutorial – National guidelines and requirements 5. Research in the Northern regions (Yukon, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Nunavik and Labrador) – considerations and requirements a. Community consultation b. Research license 6. What are some of the best practices for doing research in the North. 7. Supports and information available for researchers. (Handout of some key information sources and contact people). If you are interested in joining this workshop, please register and pay by clicking here or visiting our website: https://arctic.ucalgary.ca/civicrm/contribute/transact?reset=1&id=24 Any questions, please email acuns15@ucalgary.ca or phone 403-220-7515

Location:

Taylor Family Digital Library

Speaker:

Valoree Walker & Jesica Dutton

More information at http://www.ucalgary.ca/events/calendar/due-north-pre-conference-workshop-research-ethics-and-requirements-research-involving-human

Due North: Pre-Conference Workshop, Rural Policy Learning Commons Panel Discussion (University of Calgary)

Category: Other Event
Dates: November 4, 2015 - November 4, 2015

Location:

Taylor Family Digital Library

Speaker:

Michael Blatherwick, Linamar Campos-Flores, Meggie MacMichael, Laura Ryser, Henry Penn

More information at http://www.ucalgary.ca/events/calendar/due-north-pre-conference-workshop-rural-policy-learning-commons-panel-discussion

Engaging in Ethical Spaces: Initiating Change through the Werklund School of Education’s Indigenous Task Force Recommendations (University of Calgary)

Category: Other Event
Dates: November 4, 2015 - November 4, 2015

Dr. Jacqueline Ottmann has been kindling conversations and weaving Indigenous perspectives into education ever since she was a teacher candidate at the University of Saskatchewan. Now as an associate professor, internationally renowned researcher, advocate, and change-maker Dr. Ottmann is transforming practices in Indigenous leadership and inclusive education. Dr. Ottmann is driven to create schools and communities that foster a deeper sense of belonging and acceptance for Indigenous peoples around the world. Light refreshments will be served. All are welcome! This event is sponsored by the Postcolonial Studies Research Group. The Postcolonial Studies Research Group gratefully acknowledges the support of the Department of English and the Faculty of Arts.

Location:

Social Sciences 1015

Speaker:

Dr. Jacqueline Ottman, Werklund School of Education, University of Calgary

More information at http://www.ucalgary.ca/events/calendar/engaging-ethical-spaces-initiating-change-through-werklund-school-educations-indigenous

Due North: Pre-Conference Workshop, Engaging Anthropology in the Arctic as a Young Fieldworker (University of Calgary)

Category: Other Event
Dates: November 4, 2015 - November 4, 2015

Location:

Taylor Family Digital Library

Speaker:

Erica Mitchell

More information at http://www.ucalgary.ca/events/calendar/due-north-pre-conference-workshop-engaging-anthropology-arctic-young-fieldworker

Christian Thought lecture on Hunger, Need, and Locke’s Theory of Property (University of Calgary)

Category: Other Event
Dates: November 3, 2015 - November 3, 2015

U of C philosophy professor Dr. David Dick will bring a talk on John Locke’s influential theory of property rights. He will show that while Locke often taken as endorsing unlimited acquisition of wealth with nothing owed to those in need, in fact his theory is built on substantial human obligations to each other and to those in need.

Location:

Scotia Bank Milling Area Rozsa Centre U of C

Speaker:

David G. Dick (PhD University of Michigan) is an Assistant Professor of Philosophy and Fellow in the Haskayne School of Business’s Canadian Centre for Advanced Leadership in Business.

More information at http://www.ucalgary.ca/events/calendar/christian-thought-lecture-hunger-need-and-lockes-theory-property

Calgary Organ Festival (University of Calgary)

Category: Other Event
Dates: November 3, 2015 - November 3, 2015

Davitt Moroney has established a reputation as both an influential scholar of the Baroque and Renaissance periods and as a skilled harpsichordist, organist and choral conductor. Part of the Music Organ Series at the School of Creative and Performing Arts. Pre-purchase tickets at 403.210.7576 or scpa.ucalgary.ca. Tickets are also available at the door. Adults $25, Students/Seniors $18 Show your Unicard UCalgary students get in for free (Claim Your Seat) UCalgary alumni and employees get 2-for-1 discount

Location:

Eckhardt Gramatté Hall in the Rozsa Centre

Speaker:

Davitt Moroney

More information at http://www.ucalgary.ca/events/calendar/calgary-organ-festival

Panel on Panel on Money and Religious Virtue, hosted by the Chair of Christian Thought, U of C (University of Calgary)

Category: Other Event
Dates: November 2, 2015 - November 2, 2015

Two professors from the University of Calgary discuss Christian approaches to wealth. Dr. Douglas Shantz will consider perspectives from the Reformation, English Puritanism, and German Pietism; Dr. David Dick will consider issues relating to the philosophy of money raised by the prosperity gospel. Their presentations will be followed by questions. The event is open to the public and free of charge.

Location:

Westside Kings Church 3939 - 69 St SW Calgary

Speaker:

Dr. Douglas Shantz (PhD University of Waterloo) holds the Chair of Christian Thought at the University of Calgary. Dr. David Dick (PhD University of Michigan) is an Assistant Professor of Philosophy and Fellow in the Haskayne School of Business’s Canadian Centre for Advanced Leadership in Business.

More information at http://www.ucalgary.ca/events/calendar/panel-panel-money-and-religious-virtue-hosted-chair-christian-thought-u-c

Spooky Science (University of Calgary)

Category: Other Event
Dates: October 31, 2015 - October 31, 2015

Channeling all ghosts, goblins and mad-scientists Spooky Science at Market Mall 10 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Ex-scare-iments and demon-strations concocted by the undead chemists at the University of Calgareeeek! Do you know that Chemistry is everywhere? It is used every time you cook, every time you start a car and even when you eat and digest food. Come and unravel some of the mysteries of chemistry and visit our spooky science and creepy chemistry experiments at Market Mall, October 31, 2015! If you are curious about chemistry and want to have some fun this Halloween, don’t miss this great event. There will be hands-on opportunities for curious ghosts and goblins visiting Market Mall on October 31, 2015 to check out Frankenstein’s electric lab, see the wonders of glass blowing at the Ghoul’s Glass demonstration, have some fun with slimy science and learn from our scientists on main stage concocting some demon-strations and eery ex-scare-iments! and even take a spooky selfie at the Science Academy. To remember your Spooky Science experience, you can take a spooky selfie at the Science Academy and share that with your friends! Remember the hashtag is #UCalgaryspookyscience. Start the conversation @UofC_Science Facebook.com/UofCFacultyofScience Did you graduate from the Spooky Science Academy? If so, you’ll want your diploma! COMING SOON! If you attended the event, receive your Spooky Science Diploma and use this as a frame for your selfie! Explore these experiments at home Here are some hands-on activities and science experiments from UCalgary Scientists. Try them at home and let us know how they worked. REMEMBER: if you’re a little ghost or goblin, always ask an adult for help before trying these at home! http://scifun.chem.wisc.edu/homeexpts/homeexpts.html
Location:
Market Mall
More information at http://www.ucalgary.ca/events/calendar/spooky-science

Death in the Archives Halloween Tour - United Way Fundraiser (University of Calgary)

Category: Other Event
Dates: October 30, 2015 - October 30, 2015

Libraries and Cultural Resources presents a spooky, candlelit tour through the archival storage area and Rare Book Room in the Taylor Family Digital Library. Explore themes of murder, suicide, philosophy of death and artistic death with costumed staff from Archives and Special Collections. Donations for the United Way are greatly appreciated. Tours run every 20 minutes from 1 – 4 p.m. on Friday, October 30. Meet at the 2nd floor Tech Desk in the Taylor Family Digital Library.
Location:
Taylor Family Digital Library
Speaker:
Staff from Archives and Special Collections
More information at http://www.ucalgary.ca/events/calendar/death-archives-halloween-tour-united-way-fundraiser

Political Science Speakers Series: "THE POLITICS OF GAY MARRIAGE IN LATIN AMERICA: ARGENTINA, CHILE, AND MEXICO (University of Calgary)

Category: Other Event
Dates: October 30, 2015 - October 30, 2015

For more information, please visit: http://poli.ucalgary.ca/ Everyone Welcome!
Location:
Social Science 729
Speaker:
Dr. Jordi Díez, University of Guelph, Department of Political Science
More information at http://www.ucalgary.ca/events/calendar/political-science-speakers-series-politics-gay-marriage-latin-america-argentina-chile-and

The Politics of Gay Marriage in Latin America: Argentina, Chile and Mexico (University of Calgary)

Category: Other Event
Dates: October 30, 2015 - October 30, 2015

In the first comparative study of its kind, Díez explains cross-national variation in the enactment of gay marriage in three countries: Argentina, Chile and Mexico.
Location:
SS729
Speaker:
Dr. Jordi Díez, University of Guelph
More information at http://www.ucalgary.ca/events/calendar/politics-gay-marriage-latin-america-argentina-chile-and-mexico

Haunted House for the United Way of Calgary (University of Calgary)

Category: Other Event
Dates: October 30, 2015 - October 30, 2015

You're invited to a Halloween scare, so come join us if you dare! The Department of Classics and Religion will be hosting a Haunted House on October 30th at noon until 4:00 p.m. in our Department Lounge (SS 512). Entrance is by donation and all proceeds will go to the United Way of Calgary. So fly over on a broom or float like a ghost; either way, please come for a scare and to show your support for a local charity!
Location:
Social Sciences Building - Room 512 (Department Lounge)
More information at http://www.ucalgary.ca/events/calendar/haunted-house-united-way-calgary

Philosophy Speakers: Shelley Alexander (Geography, UCalgary), "Through Coyote Eyes" (University of Calgary)

Category: Other Event
Dates: October 30, 2015 - October 30, 2015

About the Talk To 'see' through coyote eyes is to be awakened. Revered, reviled, or loved, one coyote is killed every minute in North America, making this the most persecuted carnivore species on the continent and offering a unique lens into the sometimes perverse world of animal conservation science and practice. I weave examples of coyote (and wolf) research and management into a description of types and character of ethical dilemmas that arise, particularly in academia and publishing. I explore how the dominant scientific approach (reductionist-positivist methods, limited metrics of suffering, and denial of situational factors) permits gross animal welfare violations in the name of science. In its worst expression, its apologists argue that statements of ethical position and philosophy are simply 'emotional' and irrational—they have no place in objective science. Borrowing from the work of E.O. Wilson, I suggest that a re-'consilience' of wildlife management sciences, critical animal studies, and philosophy may reduce the 'enabling' of animal welfare violations. I ask for discussion on the experiences and possibilities of re-embedding critical thinking and philosophy of science into all wildlife education (and vice versa), animal handling protocols, and professional activities. About the Speaker Shelley Alexander is Associate Professor of Geography at the University of Calgary, where she leads the Canid Conservation Science Lab. Her research focuses on carnivore conservation and spatial ecology, conservation GIS, and habitat fragmentation and road ecology. In 2005, Shelley launched The Calgary Coyote Project, studying regional urban and rural coyote ecology and human-coyote conflicts across Canada. The Foothills Coyote Initiative, funded since 2014 by SSHRC, now encompasses Calgary and the foothills parkland natural region surrounding the city, and seeks to understand human-coyote relationships. She has been a principal investigator and/or collaborator on several other projects including the Raincoast Wolf Project, the Swift Fox Critical Habit Project, the Calakmul Road Effects Project (Yucatan), and the Painted Dog Trust (Zimbabwe).
Location:
Social Sciences 1253
More information at http://www.ucalgary.ca/events/calendar/philosophy-speakers-shelley-alexander-geography-ucalgary-through-coyote-eyes

Taking down Rape Culture with Laci Green (University of Calgary)

Category: Other Event
Dates: October 30, 2015 - October 30, 2015

One in four female students and one in six male students are sexually violated while earning their degree. For other marginalized groups, the statistics are even more grim. In this program, we take an in-depth look at our culture’s attitudes and responses to sexual violence. Using pop culture examples, videos, and discussion questions, this program illuminates the problem and helps bring it to a halt. This event is part of the Women’s Resource Centre and Consent Awareness and Sexual Education Club’s Sexual Assault Prevention Project – Creating a Culture of Consent. This is a Quality Money Project, brought to you by the Students’ Union. For more information visit the Women's Resource Centre website or Facebook event page.
Location:
Energy Environment Experiental Learning Building
Speaker:
Laci Green is a 25-year-old web personality, public speaker, and activist from San Francisco. She is best known as the host and creator of the internet’s most popular sex education show, called “Sex Plus”. Sex+ seeks to start a fresh conversation about sexuality that is fun and educational. The show currently reaches 5 million young adults every month in over 125 countries. In 2011, Green graduated with highest honors from UC Berkeley and she currently holds a certificate in rape and dating violence crisis counseling. Throughout college, she taught for-credit sex education classes to at-risk high school students and students at UC Berkeley. In addition to her work on Sex+, she is an educator and consultant for Planned Parenthood, Discovery, and MTV Act. Her work has been featured on CBC, ABC, Dr. Phil, The Science Channel, The Atlantic Magazine, Ms. Magazine, The Huffington Post, Upworthy, and more.
More information at http://www.ucalgary.ca/events/calendar/taking-down-rape-culture-laci-green

Ancient Greek Coins in the Nickle Collection (University of Calgary)

Category: Other Event
Dates: October 29, 2015 - October 29, 2015

Marina Fischer, Libraries and Cultural Resources, will present All events are free and open to the public
Location:
Gallery Hall - Taylor Family Digital Library
More information at http://www.ucalgary.ca/events/calendar/ancient-greek-coins-nickle-collection

An Introduction to Kabuki Theatre (University of Calgary)

Category: Other Event
Dates: October 29, 2015 - October 29, 2015

This introductory lecture invites you into the world of Kabuki Theatre, unveiling some of its essential elements through portions of Cinema Kabuki screenings. If you would like to attend, please register by e-mailing info@cl.mofa.go.jp
Location:
Gallery Hall (TFDL)
Speaker:
Toshi Aoyagi
More information at http://www.ucalgary.ca/events/calendar/introduction-kabuki-theatre

Ross Ellis Memorial Lecture in Military and Strategic StudiesA Perfectly Engineered Killing Ground: The Calgary Highlanders and the Walcheren Causeway Battle (University of Calgary)

Category: Other Event
Dates: October 29, 2015 - October 29, 2015

On October 31, 1944, the 5th Canadian Infantry Brigade was ordered to force a crossing over the Walcheren Causeway and establish a foothold on the eastern flank of Walcheren Island. Only 40 yards wide and stretching 1,200 yards with sodden reed-grown mudflats on either side the causeway was a deadly killing ground. An attempted advance up the gunbarrel straight causeway by the Black Watch was shredded. On the night of October 31, the Calgary Highlanders stepped out into the open in a valiant effort that won a shallow bridgehead on the far end that the Germans fiercely counterattacked throughout the ensuing day. Author Mark Zuehlke’s 2015 Ross Ellis Memorial Lecture, A Perfectly Engineered Killing Ground: The Calgary Highlanders and the Walcheren Causeway Battle, pays tribute to the regiment’s gallantry and also the key role that Major Ross Ellis played in this battle.
Location:
Military Museums of Calgary - 4520 Crowchild Trail SW
Speaker:
Mark Zuehlke is an award-winning author generally considered to be Canada’s foremost popular military historian. His Canadian Battle Series is the most exhaustive recounting of the battles and campaigns fought by any nation during World War II to have been written by a single author. In recognition of his contribution to popularizing Canadian history, Mark was awarded the 2014 Governor General’s History Award for Popular Media: The Pierre Berton Award. In 2007, his For Honour’s Sake: The War of 1812 and the Brokering of an Uneasy Peace won the Canadian Author’s Association Lela Common Award for Canadian History. The Canadian Battle Series Holding Juno captured the City of Victoria Butler Book Prize in 2006. Mark is also an award winning mystery writer, whose popular Elias McCann series has garnered much critical praise in Canada and abroad. Set in storm-swept west Vancouver Island village of Tofino, the series follows the reluctant community coroner Elias McCann. Hands Like Clouds, the debut in this series, won the Crime Writer’s of Canada’s Arthur Ellis Award for the 2000 Best First Novel and the third installment, Sweep Lotus, was nominated for the 2004 Arthur Ellis Best Novel.
More information at http://www.ucalgary.ca/events/calendar/ross-ellis-memorial-lecture-military-and-strategic-studiesa-perfectly-engineered-killing

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