February 2024
WHAT’S INSIDE
Hello CPLEA Family!
It’s already February and we have lots coming up to be excited for. Here are the highlights:
- Announcement: Spring Webinar Series!
- Legal News: Income threshold Increase for Legal Aid
Spring Webinar Series
The CPLEA FREE Spring Webinar Series is back! After receiving so much positive feedback on our legal webinars last year, we decided to run another series in 2024.
We will be running 7 webinars on various topics between March 5th and May 16, 2024. Expert panelists will be available to answer your burning questions live.
Join us to get your legal questions answered!
How to sign up:
- Follow the link to the event page
- Register for the event
- Receive your confirmation email
- Join us on the webinar date using the link in the confirmation email
See you soon!
Understanding Prenuptial and Cohabitation Agreements
Tue, Mar 5, 2024 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM MST
During this webinar, CPLEA will host a panel discussion with experienced professionals that answer your burning questions about prenuptial and cohabitation agreements. Topics include what they are, what you can include in them and when to make one.
Putting Together A Successful AISH Package
Tue, Mar 12, 2024 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM MDT
During this webinar, CPLEA will host a panel discussion with experienced professionals that answer your burning questions about applying for AISH. Topics include who can apply for AISH, what to include in your application and who can help you apply.
Exercising Your Rights as a Tenant
Tue, Mar 19, 2024 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM MDT
During this webinar, CPLEA will host a panel discussion with experienced professionals that answer your burning questions about what to do if you have a problem while renting. Topics include common rental problems, the RTDRS process and where to go for more help.
Tips for Collecting and Paying Child Support
Thu, Apr 11, 2024 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM MDT
During this webinar, CPLEA will host a panel discussion with experienced professionals that answer your burning questions about child support. Topics include how to pay and collect child support, the Maintenance Enforcement Program and dealing with child support issues.
All About Maternity and Parental Leaves for Employees
Thu, Apr 18, 2024 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM MDT
During this webinar, CPLEA will host a panel discussion with experienced professionals that answer your burning questions about maternity and parental leaves in Alberta. Topics include who can take them, an employee and employer’s obligations and Employment Insurance benefits.
Alberta’s Privacy Laws for Landlords and Tenants
Thu, May 9, 2024, 12:00 PM
During this webinar, CPLEA will host a panel discussion with experienced professionals that answer your burning questions about privacy laws when renting. Topics include what privacy laws say and what to do if someone violates your privacy rights.
Insider Homebuying Tips from a Realtor and Lawyer
Thu, May 16, 2024, 12:00 PM
During this webinar, CPLEA will host a panel discussion with experienced professionals that answer your burning questions about buying a home in Alberta. Topics include things to think about before, during and after buying a home.
LEGAL NEWS
Taking effect on April 1, 2024, the income threshold for Legal Aid in Alberta has now increased from $24,456 to $30,000 per year. This means that anyone making up to this amount could be eligible for legal aid services
Legal Aid Alberta plays an integral role in the administration of justice by supporting some of Alberta’s most vulnerable citizens. It provides affordable legal services in family law, family violence matters, child welfare, immigration, as well as youth and adult criminal defense for lower-income Albertans.
Remember to follow us on social media to keep up to date on the latest developments with everyday law in Alberta.
That’s all for now!
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