News & Events
Ladies’ Luncheon Fundraiser – April 29th
West Plains Foundation invites you to a Ladie’s Luncheon and Silent Auction.
Date: Saturday, April 29, 2023
Where: The Polish Canadian Cultural Centre (3015 – 15th Street N.E., Calgary) Map
Doors Open: 11:30am
Buffet Lunch: 12:30pm
Ticket Price $50 Before April 1
After April 1 Ticket Price $55
Please RSVP by April 15
Register and pay via E-transfer to wpf.gala@gmail.comFor more information contact Pat Siray at 403-931-3307
Building Confidence Event Followup
What a night! Over 60 women braved the very cold weather and icy roads to attend our “Building Confidence – Keys to Avoiding Imposter Syndrome” event.
Justice Fenlon’s presentation on building confidence in the workplace inspired the young professional women in attendance. Said one participant:
“ The event was an absolute blast! Not only did attendees have a great time, but it also provided an excellent opportunity to network and learn how to become more confident women in business. I left feeling empowered and inspired; truly a relatable and insightful experience! ”
Thank you Justice Fenlon!
Annual Valentines Fundraiser Followup
Here are a few photos from the event.
Annual Valentines Fundraiser – February 11
An Elegant Evening of Fine Dining & Silent Auction
The Miracle of Matrimony: 50 Years – How Did That Happen?
Speakers: Joe & Maxine Leslie
Saturday, Feb. 11th
5:00 pm – Cocktails
6:00 pm – Dinner
Italian Cultural Centre (Google Map)
14230 133 Avenue, Edmonton
Tickets: $65 per person ($60 before January 15, 2023)
For tickets and information: wpf.valentine@gmail.com
In support of West Plains Foundation: West Plains Foundation provides programs that bring a new dimension to everyday life. Emporwering women of all ages & backgrounds to fully develop their potential and realize their inherent worth & dignity.
Building Confidence – Keys to Avoiding Imposter Syndrome – February 21
Join our conversation with Madam Justice Fenlon as we discuss tools & practices to gaining self confidence and cultivating identity.
Tuesday, Feb. 21st
6:00 pm – Wine & Cheese
6:30 pm – Talk, Q+A
Eighth Avenue Place
Conference Centres ABC
525 8th Avenue SW, Calgary
Admission: $20
RSVP to wpf.information@gmail.com
An event organized by Women in Business, an initiative of West Plains Foundation. Ticket sales go to support the activities of West Plains Foundation.
Lauri Ann Fenlon
Supreme Court Justice, BC Court of Appeal
Justice Lauri Ann Fenlon was appointed to the B.C. Supreme Court in 2008, and to the BC Court of Appeal and the Court of Appeal for Yukon in 2015. She grew up in Thunder Bay, Ontario, attended Queen’s University, and then moved west, obtaining her law degree from the University of Victoria in 1983. Justice Fenlon clerked for the Supreme Court of Canada in 1983-84 and was admitted to the British Columbia Bar in 1985. She articled and practiced civil litigation with what is now Fasken Martineau DuMoulin from 1984 until her appointment to the bench. Justice Fenlon has been a presenter and is now co-chair of the New Federally Appointed Judges program. She is past President of the Justice Education Society and an instructor in the UBC Law Faculty’s Advanced Trial Advocacy course.
