Faculty of Social Work - Central and Northern Alberta Region

It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of our colleague and friend, Dr. Régine Uwibereyeho King.

A respected scholar, educator and community leader, Dr. Uwibereyeho King devoted her life to advancing healing, reconciliation, racial justice and mental health through her research, teaching and service. As a survivor of the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda, her scholarship explored how individuals and communities recover from trauma and violence, drawing on her deep commitment to compassion, peace-building and African Indigenous knowledges.

Dr. Uwibereyeho King was a deeply respected faculty member in the Faculty of Social Work at the University of Calgary. She inspired students and colleagues alike through her generosity, wisdom and unwavering belief in the power of community. Her work was recognized through numerous honours, including a Research Excellence Chair appointment, a Killam Emerging Research Leader Award, a Taylor Institute Team-Teaching Award, and the Alberta Immigrant Impact Award for Inclusive Workplaces.

Beyond her academic accomplishments, Dr. Uwibereyeho King will be remembered for the humanity she brought to every conversation, her dedication to equity and anti-racism, and her ability to help others see hope and possibility in even the most difficult circumstances.

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Celebration of life events include the following:
- A Rwandan Community Wake and Vigil is being held from 5 to 9 pm on Thursday, June 11, at the Marlborough Community Hall, 636 Marlborough Way NE, Calgary.
- A funeral service is being held on Saturday June 13 at 10 am, at Westview Baptist Church, 1313 Ranchlands Way NW, Calgary.

The University of Calgary campus flag is being lowered in her honour on Friday, June 12.

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Our thoughts are with Dr. Uwibereyeho King’s family, friends, students, colleagues and the many communities she touched in Canada, Rwanda, and around the world. Her legacy will continue through the countless lives she influenced and the enduring contributions she made to social work, scholarship, and social justice.

The Alberta College of Social Workers has officially launched Peer Circles — a new professional engagement initiative for Registered Social Workers (RSWs): https://acsw.ab.ca/peer-circles/

Peer Circles are structured, facilitated conversations designed to support reflection, learning, and connection within the profession. The sessions are free to attend and eligible for Professional Engagement competence credits.

In-person dates are available for Edmonton and Calgary. Online and future in-person dates will be released in the future.

Peer Circles - ACSW Website What Are Peer Circles? Peer Circles are a supportive, group-based learning activity designed for registered social workers (RSWs) in Alberta. Led by trained facilitators, each session presents participants with a case for discussion. These cases provide opportunities to: Explore ethical issues and a...

Tickets are still available for the Prairie Child Welfare Consortium Symposium: Opportunities within Shifting and Caring Landscapes,

When: May 19 to 21 in Edmonton!

Cost: Tickets are only $262.50 for the full symposium.

Coming from out of town? MacEwan University Residence is offering discounted rates for attendees, starting at $52 a night!

Sponsored by the University of Calgary, MacEwan University, University of Manitoba, Mount Royal UniversityManitoba Government, University of Regina, Government of Saskatchewan, YourAlberta (Government of Alberta), PrairieAction Foundation.

For details on tickets, accommodation, and the schedule, visit https://www.prairiechildwelfare.ca/conference

May 5, known as Red Dress Day, is a National Day of Awareness, Remembrance, and Action for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and Two-Spirit+ peoples (MMIWG2S+). It honours those whose lives have been lost to gendered colonial violence, supports grieving families and communities, and calls for action on the Calls for Justice. Originating from Métis artist Jaime Black’s REDress Project, the day is marked by red dresses displayed in public spaces and people gathering through rallies, ceremonies, and acts of solidarity to raise awareness and advocate for justice.

How you can participate:
• Wear Red: Show your support by wearing red on May 5 and encouraging others to do the same.
• Learn and Reflect: Explore the history and ongoing impact of MMIWG2S and consider ways to advocate for change. Visit the National Calls for Justice to deepen your understanding and learn how you can take action.
• Join an Event: Kiipitakyoyis is supporting two events on May 5 in Calgary (scroll down for more information) and others are being held across the country.

Happy 60th Birthday, UCalgary!

Sixty years ago today, Canada’s youngest university was born. In the six decades since, University of Calgary researchers have unearthed previously unknown dinosaurs, discovered new mysteries of the universe, have made life healthier and safer for Canadians, educated a prime minister and senior astronaut, and served as the catalyst for countless new careers and changed lives.

Hello Friends of CNAR,

You are warmly invited to attend an upcoming in-person workshop, Coming Together: Sharing Insights and Experiences to Support Inuit Families from Inuit Nunangat.

Workshop Details:
Date: Tuesday, May 19
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. (MT)
Location: 10230 Jasper Avenue, Edmonton (Enterprise Square Building)

Please register using the following link if you plan to attend: https://events.ucalgary.ca/social-work/event/517989-coming-together-sharing-insights-and-experiences.

Be part of the conversation by signing up today and join us for an engaging evening. Kindly register using the link below only if you plan to attend:

https://events.ucalgary.ca/.../514485-reclaiming-the-big
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We are pleased to invite you to our second speaker series Tuesday April 28th, 2026 from 6:00 to 7:30pm.

Please note that seating is limited, this is an in-person event only, with no online attendance option. Kindly register using the below link, only if you plan to attend.

https://events.ucalgary.ca/social-work/event/514485-reclaiming-the-big-picture-revitalizing-macro