Indigenous Law Students' Association - University of Alberta

With Speaker Series less than one week away, we hope everyone is excited as us! To crank it up even higher, we are introducing our Drag King/Queens for Speaker Series following our expert panel:
 
Grand Masala -
 
Coming in hot! 🔥 It’s Grand Masala Blending Bollywood with Hollywood to reignite a passion for performance as a thirty-something year old. Sometimes too sassy for themselves 💁🏽‍♀️😈, but just like a hot spice, the burn comes before the flavour 😮‍🔥 🌶️!
 
Tanner Steele -
 
This Trans-masculine King 👑🏳️‍⚧️ has been entertaining audiences since 2015 and has spent a majority of that time using his art to fundraise for local charities 💖🤝. As an entertainer, Tanner is just as comfortable doing smooth crooner numbers as he is bringing the heat with rock, pop, and Broadway! Will Tanner Steele make you swoon or envious?😍😏 The Choice is yours.
 
Audrina Linn -
 
As a Two-Spirit performer 🌈, Audrina Linn is an unapologetic force of nature on the drag scene 🌪️. Whether she’s delivering high-energy lip syncs or razor-sharp comedy, she leaves audiences mesmerized and inspired 😵‍💫💖.  Are you ready for the rush of Audrina Linn?

Join us Feb 9th from 12-2 pm and celebrate Valentine’s Day early with kisses from ILSA’s 4-legged members! 😘🐶😘 Get lots of love from Morgoth and Kookum, our two lovely Chihauhau’s in front of the Weir library.❤️ Donations encouraged!

Tansi everyone! Come play some Lunch Bingo with ILSA on Feb 3 between 12-1 with our new Bingo Spinner! 🔢🖊️🔴 Join us in some friendly competition, plenty of laughs and the chance to win fun prizes! Bring a friend or make a new one. Everyone is welcome!

Tansi,

Please join us for another exciting year of speaker series on Feb 12, in collaboration with .ualberta: Notwithstanding or Nothing Left Standing? This expert panel discussion will raise awareness of key legal and ethical issues at play in the Alberta government’s unprecedented use of the notwithstanding clause to shield anti-trans legislation from constitutional review. Panelists will examine how these laws intersect with Indigenous jurisdiction, impact our campus, and our public systems. Registration is free and includes remote/asynchronous viewing options, live drag performances, free appies, and a cash bar!
 
Link to register is included in our bio and available in the QR code.

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Dr. James Makokis is represented by the Speakers Bureau of Canada. 
https://speakerscanada.com/keynote-speaker/james-makokis/

With a new semester comes more Coffee and Cookies! 🍪 ☕️ Generously sponsored by ! 🙌 We have changed up the timing this semesters and they will now run on the first and last Monday of every month! If your looking for some fuel to start your week, join the ILSA team in the Wahkohtowin Law and Governance Lodge between 12-1 pm over the lunch break! 🔥😋

Tansi everyone,
 
We write this statement to draw attention to the recent legislative action taken by Alberta’s government. Please read and join us in pushing for the respect of Treaty rights and rejecting the government’s abuses of power.

✨ Indigenous Holiday Market Alert! ✨
Join ILSA and the Wahkohtowin Law & Governance Lodge on Thursday, Nov 27 (10 AM – 4 PM) for a festive day of community and culture.
🎄 Stock up on unique Christmas gifts or treat yourself to stunning beadwork and earrings crafted by local Indigenous artisans.
🎁 Enter our door prize raffle for a chance to win big!
📚 Plus, snag merch to power you through exam season.
Come celebrate, support Indigenous vendors, and make your holiday shopping meaningful! 🌟

You’re Invited!
Join ILSA and for a Meet & Greet on November 18th!
1L and 2L students can learn about MLT Aikins Indigenous Scholarship Program, the impactful work of their Indigenous practice group, and hear directly from students about their experiences.
Come connect with MLT Aikins lawyers, explore diverse practice areas, and enjoy appetizers & beverages while you mingle!
The Event will be held at MLT Aikins Office, Suite 2200, 10235 – 101st Street NW.
RSVP by November 10th
Register via the link in our bio!

Take advantage of this great networking opportunity to meet with legal professionals in a relaxed welcoming environment.

Shé:kon,

Isaac Brant is the ILSA External Co-Chair. He grew up in Calgary and is a member of the Mohawks of the Bay of Quinte. He is in his second year of living in Edmonton for law school and being involved with ILSA. Before moving to Edmonton, Isaac attended Queen’s University close to his families reserve, earning an Economics degree.

When he is not doing schoolwork, he enjoys being active outside including hiking, golfing and playing Golden Bearristers Rugby. He also enjoys spending time with his cat Mouse and watching dumb comedies.

Lindsey is a member of the Otipemisiwak Métis Nation, and grew up in Calgary/Mohkinstsis. She is a 2L student with a passion for criminal law and civic activism. An active volunteer, Lindsey holds positions as Co-Chair of ILSA’s Speaker Series and Vice President (Fundraising) of OUTLaw, as well as volunteer official for the E-Ville Roller Derby league.

Lindsey comes to law after a previous career as a designer working in film and theatre. She is passionate about adult education, arts and culture, community initiatives, Indigenous justice, traditional ecological knowledge, reconciliation, and building a climate-conscious, equitable and sustainable future for all.

Meghan Breen (she/her) is a proud member of the Deh Gah Got’ie First Nation, located in the Northwest Territories, and was born and raised in Alberta. She is a first-year law student at the University of Alberta, Faculty of Law, serving as VP Finance for the Indigenous Student Union and VP First Nations for the National Indigenous Law Students’ Association (NILSA). Meghan is passionate about advocacy, community leadership, and maintaining a healthy, active lifestyle through land-based activities and time outdoors.

Mahsi cho!

Ella Thomson is a Two-Spirit Métis person born and raised in Treaty One territory. They are a citizen of the Manitoba Métis federation and a member of the Two-Spirit Métis local. Their family comes from the communities of St Francis Xavier and Turtle mountain Chippawa.

Ella is a 1L, and prior to coming to law school completed a Native Studies degree at the University of Alberta. In addition to ILSA Ella participates in Bearisters rugby, Out Law and Litagators hockey. In their spare time they enjoy spending time with their dog, Kookum, reading and playing sports.