Events

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Past events

March 2013 Speaker Series
Addiction & Mental Health Issues in the Criminal Justice System
Provincial Court Judge Joanne Durant and CPS Superintendent Richard Hinse

Individuals with mental health and addictions challenges represent an overwhelming majority of those charged with criminal offences in Alberta. Many of these individuals commit offences (often repeatedly) as a direct consequence of mental health difficulties; addictions; or a resulting lifestyle that includes inadequate housing, little community or family support, no employment prospects, poor health, and self medication with drugs or alcohol.

When: March 21, 2013 from 12 - 2 pm
Where: Jenkins Theatre (I115)

View the event documents on Crime Prevention & Reduction and Community & Youth Services.

For more information on the event, contact Dr. Scharie Tavcer

February 2013 Speaker Series
Population Management Pressures in Federal Corrections
Mr. Howard Sapers

View the slide presentation.

When: Thursday, February 14th, 2013
Where: Jenkins Theatre

January 2013 Speaker Series
Care and Custody of Individuals: Understanding the Judicial Interim Release Hearing
Staff Sgt. P. Dunn and Cst. M. Sorochan

View the slide presentation.

When: Jan. 24, 2013 from 12 - 2 pm
Where: Jenkins Theatre (I115)

Justice Studies Scholarship and Recognition Celebration

Please join the Department of Justice Studies as we recognize the achievements and efforts of our Bachelor of Arts — Criminal Justice students at this special celebration.

When: Tuesday, Nov. 27 from 4 - 6 p.m.
Where: The Lincoln Park Room - J301

For more information, or to reserve your seat, please contact us.

November 2012 Speaker Series
Understanding Addiction
Dr. Gabor Maté & Diana Krecsy

When: Nov. 21, 2012 from 8:30am - 12:30pm
Where: Leacock Theatre

The Calgary Drug Treatment Court is a multi-disciplinary model of intervention and treatment which supports clients who have addictions, mental illness and justice-related issues. Ms. Diana Krecsy will present its model which is unique to Alberta but not unique to Canada and elsewhere; therefore, empirical evidence on its process and effectiveness will be presented all of which connects with Dr. Mate’s presentation of the causes of addiction and effective and ineffective treatment methods. Dr. Mate’s address will offer empirical evidence which refutes conventional models explaining the causes of addiction such as biological predisposition and social learning. His evidence and hypothesis challenge our beliefs and understanding of the root causes of addiction, the impact those causes have on our development, and where intervention and treatment have historically failed and in which direction they need to focus.

The intent for this event is to present attendees with information that will challenge their thoughts and beliefs concerning addiction. The event will provide an exchange of knowledge, share empirical data, offer colleagues an opportunity to network, and bring professionals, faculty, staff and students together so that new knowledge will inform and impact their studies, teaching, and/or practice.

For more information, contact Dr. Scharie Tavcer

October 2012 Speaker Series
Corrections and Conditional Release in Canada: A General Primer
Irving Kulik from CCJA & Public Safety

When: Oct. 17, 2012 from 12 - 2 pm
Where: Jenkins Theatre (I115)

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With a 34 year career with Corrections Service Canada, Irving has served many positions and at one time was responsible for all policies and procedures regarding correctional programs, education, employment, security, health care and Aboriginal issues. He is a noted administrator, one who has integrated an astonishing knowledge of criminal justice operations and one who garners respect for his insights and leadership. Today’s presentation is sponsored by Public Safety Canada and will examine the multitude of changes currently impacting corrections in Canada. The presentation will teach participants what they should know about corrections and conditional release, but don’t.

September 2012 Speaker Series
What makes AARC unique?
Natalie Imbach, Clinical Director from AARC

When: Sept. 19, 2012 from 12 - 2 pm
Where: Jenkins Theatre (I115)

Research proves that management of adolescents with drug and/or alcohol problems requires more specialized treatment programming and greater diversity of services than adult programming. For adolescents who are experiencing addiction, treatment is compounded because of the adolescent’s age, immaturity, general lack of non-chemical coping skills, and the emotional and developmental lag. Natalie’s personal and professional accomplishments combine for a powerful message of hope for the young people and families in treatment at AARC today.