(Calgary) The Promise of Public Education Series

Schedule

Thu May 21 2026 at 05:00 pm to 07:00 pm

UTC-06:00

Location

Calgary Public Library - Central | Calgary, AB

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About this Event

People for Education is a national charitable nonprofit focused on research, policy, and public engagement related to the value of public education in strengthening Canadaโ€™s resilience and prosperity.

We invite you to join us for the Calgary edition of our cross-country event series, The Promise of Public Education, which brings together leaders from sectors, including education, academia, business, nonprofit, community, policy, and labour.

This event will explore the role of public schools in addressing producitivity and creating a competitive economy.

People for Education's co-Executive Director, Paris Semansky, will moderate a panel discussion with the following experts:

  • Ruhee Ismail-Teja, Vice President, Policy & External Affairs, Calgary Chamber of Commerce
  • Jason Schilling, President, Alberta Teachers' Association

The panel will be followed by a networking reception where light refreshments will be served.

Tickets are free, but space is limited so register now!

Please Note: Photography and video will take place and participants may appear in photos and videos.


Agenda

๐Ÿ•‘: 04:30 PM
Doors open
๐Ÿ•‘: 05:00 PM
Program begins

Info: Opening remarks & panel discussion


๐Ÿ•‘: 06:15 PM
Networking reception
๐Ÿ•‘: 07:00 PM
Event ends
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Calgary Public Library - Central, 800 3 Street Southeast, Calgary, Canada

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