Herr Lecture Series

09/10/2026

Next Herr Lecture event: The October Referendum: Beyond the Politics of Division. September 24. 7:00 PM, LMC. Get your tickets here: https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/burmanuniversity/events/hls-alberta-referendum/

What are the root causes of the separatist and anti-immigration movements in Alberta? Is it possible to address the grievances of Albertans without engaging in a politics of fear, hate, and division? On September 24, a panel of political scientists with expertise in rural politics, immigration, populism, and indigenous land rights will explore these and other questions related to the October referendum. You will not want to miss this special Herr Lecture event!

10/08/2025

Dr. Graff-McRae's talk will chart a path to the future of healthcare that serves all Albertans. Graff-McRae brings deep insight into public policy, health care, and social justice in Alberta, grounded in both academic research and real-world advocacy. Her engaging and thoughtful approach makes complex issues both accessible and compelling. For FREE tickets click here: https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/burmanuniversity/events/hls-future-healthcare-in-alberta/

02/19/2025

Next Herr Lecture ! Dr. Gwynne Dyer
Intervention Earth: Life-Saving Ideas from the World’s Climate Engineers
February 24, 2025 | 7:00 pm
North Centennial Hall, Lacombe Memorial
Click here for tickets:
https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/burmanuniversity/events/hls-intervention-earth/

03/19/2024

THE HERR LECTURES presents: "Colonialism and Communion: Revisiting Our Relationships with the Land," a lecture by Dr. Stephen Martin on Sunday, Mar 24 at 7:00 PM at the McKibbin Centre, Burman University. For free tickets visit click on the Eventbrite link below:

A Herr Lecture by Dr. Stephen Martin

11/17/2023

Next Herr Lecture: Clara Hughes! Nov 27
Get your free tickets here:
https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/748686560657?aff=oddtdtcreator

03/03/2023

Is charity harmful to the poor? Listen to our new podcast with humanitarian Eric Rajah.

"The arc of the moral universe is long, but it bends toward justice.” - Martin Luther King Jr.The long Arc podcast is hosted by Dr. Glen Graham, Assistant Pr...

02/20/2023

The legendary Canadian singer Susan Aglukark is coming to Lacombe! Monday March 27 at 7:00 PM. Get you free tickets here:
https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/528523597307

03/16/2020

It's with great disappointment that we have to announce the cancellation of the our upcoming Herr Lecture by Kim Campbell on April 2. Given the serious health concerns our society faces right now, this is in everyone's best interest.

We wish you all the best during these difficult times! We hope that you are all able to stay healthy, and we look forward to seeing you at other Centre for Peace and Justice events in the near future.

02/26/2020

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