Intro to Alberta Land Titles

Approaching Land Titles and More…

In Person on October 13, 2026 in Red Deer, AB

Join us for an informative session exploring the fundamentals of Alberta Land Titles and the key concepts that impact municipalities, property ownership, and land transactions across the province. Whether you are new to the topic or looking for a refresher, this presentation will provide practical insights into understanding land title documents and the systems behind them.

Topics will include:

• Land Titles organization and purpose
• Basic surveys in Alberta
• Surface rights and mineral rights
• Types of land ownership in Alberta
• Land conveyancing systems
• Title creation
• Interests in land
• Registration process
• What to look for when reading a Certificate of Title
• Searches
• Glossary of common conveyancing terms

This session will be presented by Gwendolyn Stewart-Palmer, KC, partner at Shores Jardine LLP. Gwen has practiced law for more than 30 years, with extensive experience in municipal, employment/labour, and administrative law. Prior to joining Shores Jardine LLP in 2003, she worked with the City of Edmonton Law Branch for 12 years.

Gwen regularly advises municipalities on matters including bylaw and contract drafting, council procedures, subdivision and development appeal boards, assessment review boards, and other municipal committees and tribunals. She has also taught at the University of Alberta School of Business and has presented at numerous seminars throughout Alberta. Gwen is the author of Planning Law & Practice in Alberta (4th).

Cost is $225 for members and $250 for non-members.

Seats are limited, don't miss out! Registration closes October 2, 2026!