On January 25, 2026, emergency crews responded to an incident at the Canmore Inn and Suites after multiple children became seriously ill in the hotel pool area. Paramedics transported 11 children to hospital, while more than 30 others were reported to be experiencing symptoms including vomiting and respiratory distress. Fire crews later detected elevated levels of a hazardous substance in the air, and subsequent reporting has identified dangerously high chlorine levels as the likely cause.

Alberta Health Services (AHS) is investigating the incident. Public inspection records show the hotel pool had previously been cited for issues related to chlorine levels, raising serious concerns about pool maintenance, chemical monitoring, and compliance with public health and safety standards. While officials have not yet linked those prior citations directly to this incident, the circumstances highlight the risks associated with improperly managed pool chemicals—particularly for children.

McLeod Law LLP is proud to announce its recognition in the 2026 edition of Best Law Firms™ – Canada, achieving Tier 1 national rankings in three practice areas and Tier 1 regional rankings in eight Calgary practice areas. These results reaffirm McLeod Law’s commitment to excellence, collaboration, and trusted client relationships across a broad range of legal services.

“Our inclusion in Best Law Firms reflects the skill, dedication, and collaboration of our entire team,” said Robin Lokhorst, Managing Partner of McLeod Law LLP. “It’s an honour to see both our established strengths and emerging areas of practice recognized at a national level.”

Were you or a loved one affected by the recent gastrointestinal outbreak linked to Saskatoon Farm near Calgary?

On July 25, 2025, Alberta Health Services (AHS) confirmed a gastrointestinal outbreak at the food facility within the Saskatoon Farm food facility located at #20 80181 338 Ave E, Foothills County, AB. As of August 14, 2025, there have been 107 probable laboratory cases of E. coli, 68 of which amoebiasis has also been identified.

We’re proud to announce that 27 McLeod Law lawyers have been recognized in the 2026 edition of The Best Lawyers™ in Canada and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch across 13 practice areas. The results include several achievements we’re especially proud of:

• Jackie Halpern has been named Lawyer of the Year in Personal Injury Litigation, an honour awarded to just one lawyer in each practice area and region, based on exceptionally high peer feedback. Congratulations, Jackie, on this incredible recognition!

• McLeod Law is the Top-Listed firm for having the most recognized lawyers in:
  • Personal Injury Litigation (Calgary and Alberta)
  • Real Estate Law (Calgary).
• In total, 27 lawyers have been recognized with 38 rankings across 13 categories.  

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says her government is making major changes to auto insurance, including allowing rate hikes and switching to a predominantly no-fault claims model.

Under the new system, car accident victims in most cases won’t be able to sue the party responsible for their injury and, instead, insurers would pay compensation at rates set by the government.

The province said it commissioned two auto insurance reports, which showed that legal fees and legal costs tied to the current system significantly increase premiums. The province added collision-related lawsuits have nearly doubled in Alberta between 2018 and 2022.

By cutting down litigation costs, the government estimates that when the new system is in place in January 2027, it could lead to savings of up to $400 per year for the average insurance premium.

Alberta could be switching to a no-fault auto insurance system. The CBC's Travis McEwan & Jackie Halpern from McLeod Law LLP explain what it is — and what it could mean for the province's drivers.

Watch it here