Pathways to Qualifying as a Lawyer in Canada

Thu Feb 19 2026 at 11:00 am to 01:00 pm UTC+00:00

University of Essex Colchester Campus, Ivor Crewe Seminar Room | Colchester

Law & Human Rights Centre Events Team
Publisher/HostLaw & Human Rights Centre Events Team
Pathways to Qualifying as a Lawyer in Canada
Advertisement
This is a valuable opportunity to explore international legal careers and gain clarity on what Canadian qualification involves.
About this Event

Guest Speaker: Michael Rajan

Faculty of Law, University of Alberta Director, Internationally Trained Lawyer Pathway (ITLP)


About the Event

Students interested in practising law in Canada are invited to an in‑person session with Michael Rajan, who leads the Internationally Trained Lawyer Pathway (ITLP) at the University of Alberta. This programme supports internationally educated law graduates in meeting the National Committee on Accreditation (NCA) requirements needed to qualify as a lawyer in Canada.

The University of Alberta currently has Essex graduates enrolled on the ITLP, and Michael is visiting to speak directly with students about:

· The NCA accreditation process

· Alberta as a route to Canadian legal qualification

· Programme structure, exemptions, and academic requirements

· How Essex modules (e.g., Canadian Constitutional Law) may support future applications

Broader pathways for internationally trained lawyers entering the Canadian profession


This is a valuable opportunity to explore international legal careers and gain clarity on what Canadian qualification involves.


Why Attend?

  • Understand the steps required to qualify in Canada
  • Ask questions about exemptions, module relevance, and academic preparation
  • Explore opportunities for Essex students already engaging with the ITLP
  • Learn how your current studies could support future accreditation

Who Should Attend?

  • Students considering practising law abroad
  • Those interested in Canadian legal education
  • Anyone exploring international mobility in the legal profession
  • Final‑year students researching postgraduate pathways
Advertisement

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

University of Essex Colchester Campus, Ivor Crewe Seminar Room, Colchester Campus, Wivenhoe Park, Colchester, United Kingdom

Tickets

GBP 0.00

Icon
Concerts, fests, parties, meetups - all the happenings, one place.

Ask AI if this event suits you:

More Events in Colchester

Creative Colchester February Social
Wed, 18 Feb at 06:30 pm Creative Colchester February Social

The Commons Community Kitchen and Café at The Minories

Draw @ The Minories
Wed, 18 Feb at 07:00 pm Draw @ The Minories

74 High Street, CO1 1UE Colchester, United Kingdom

Fingringhoe Wilder Holiday Club 5+
Thu, 19 Feb at 09:00 am Fingringhoe Wilder Holiday Club 5+

Fingringhoe Wick Nature Discovery Park

Pilates for EveryBODY
Thu, 19 Feb at 09:30 am Pilates for EveryBODY

St James Church, Brightlingsea

Tiptree Family Forest Fun
Thu, 19 Feb at 10:00 am Tiptree Family Forest Fun

Tiptree Heath Nature Reserve (new)

Meet the Servants
Thu, 19 Feb at 10:30 am Meet the Servants

Hollytrees Museum

Wivenhoe Half-term Chess
Thu, 19 Feb at 02:00 pm Wivenhoe Half-term Chess

Wivenhoe Town Council offices, CO7 9AB Wivenhoe, United Kingdom

Sicilian Street Food Making Workshop
Thu, 19 Feb at 05:00 pm Sicilian Street Food Making Workshop

The Commons Community Kitchen and Café at The Minories

Having A Bubble Comedy Club Launch Night
Thu, 19 Feb at 06:00 pm Having A Bubble Comedy Club Launch Night

Roots & Grooves Cafe

Essex Game Dev Meetup
Thu, 19 Feb at 06:00 pm Essex Game Dev Meetup

The Marquis

Welcome To The Makerspace! (for members only)
Thu, 19 Feb at 06:30 pm Welcome To The Makerspace! (for members only)

Colchester Makerspace

Quiz Night
Thu, 19 Feb at 07:00 pm Quiz Night

The Hospital Arms

Colchester is Happening!

Never miss your favorite happenings again!

Explore Colchester Events