Our Board of Directors

Prior to his legal career, Stephen had a successful engineering consulting practice.  Known for being reliable, his attention to detail and applying creative approaches to the dispute resolution process, Stephen has appeared before all levels of court in Alberta, including the British Columbia Supreme Court and the Saskatchewan Court of Queen’s Bench. He has also been involved in several mediations and arbitrations and has completed the ADRIC-RICS Certificate in Adjudication.

My goal in being a director of ADRIA is four fold:  assisting ADRIA in becoming a Nominating Authority for the adjudication process contemplated by the new Prompt Payment and Construction Lien Act; participation and providing equity, diversification and inclusion within ADRIA and the ADR space; innovation; and business development.  If elected, during my term on the board I am looking forward to working with the current and new board members as well as the ADRIA staff to advance these goals.  The success of my term would be measured by the amount these goals are accomplished, all well hopefully meeting many ADRIA members in person at future events while we depart the virtual meeting world.

JB has watched ADRIA grow from the Alberta Arbitration and Mediation Society into the professional organization it is today, representing the ambitious standards we all share and support in practicing ADR.

As a director it is my wish to continue to support and assist the organization in representing the members while pursuing a self-regulating profession of Alternative Dispute Resolution in Alberta and Canada.

Jill continues to mediate regularly with the provincial court  civil claims program. She also holds the position of Chair with the Alberta Horse Race Appeal Tribunal.

Dora has over twenty-five years of experience working with the public, corporations, professional associations, not-for-profit, and government (police agencies, correctional agencies, educators and medica health professions).

Dora acquired the skills and experience required to obtain her Chartered Mediator (C. Med.), Chartered Arbitrator (C. Arb.), and Chartered Mediator-Arbitrator (C. Med.-Arb.) designations. 

Dora is the founder and owner of her own firm helping clients reduce the anxiety and stress often experienced during the divorce and separation process.  Dora believes that ADR provides the parties with the opportunity to develop insight into their own dispute resolution style and possible contribution to unproductive interactions.  To-this end, Dora collaborates and negotiates bi-lateral, and tri-lateral agreements with people in conflict.  She assists parties in handling issues with others, and practises conflict-coaching techniques and skills with them including self-reflection and conflict skill building exercises. 

Dora strives to empower couples going through divorce to make decisions and form agreements outside the courtroom through arbitration and or mediation.  Dora has dedicated her life’s work to create a safer community and enhance access to justice and dispute resolution.

Dora is a proud Calgarian and in her leisure time, you might find Dora chilling with family and friends or nurturing her inner “foodie” at a Calgary restaurant.

As an active member of the ADR Institute of Albert and Canada, Larissa maintains accreditation as a mediator under the Australian Mediation Dispute Resolution Accreditation Standards. (AMDRAS) Additionally, she holds certification in EQ-I 2.0 and is passionately engaged in developing an EQ leadership coaching practice. Larissa is committed to advancing ADR regulation in Alberta, advocating for elevating and standardizing dispute resolution competencies, which she believes should be determined collaboratively by ADR practitioners, advocates, and academics.

Beyond her professional endeavors, Larissa demonstrates a strong commitment to community service. She volunteers with AARCS Safe Haven and is active in her local community.

Aziz is a global trainer for His Highness the Aga Khan International Conciliation and Arbitration Board (CAB), where they train newly appointed members to CAB to become effective mediators. Most recently, Azuz represented the Consulting Architects Association in review meetings with Alberta Infrastructure to develop the legislation around Prompt Payment and Construction Lien Act. Motivated by a desire to make a positive impact on the world, Azuz is committed to giving back to the community, both through time and knowledge. Aziz is excited to use his board experience and expertise to support the ADRIA Board and his involvement with other organizations has refined his experience in corporate governance, emphasizing values like integrity, trust, and respect, while also championing diversity, equity, and inclusion.

As  a certified construction adjudicator Kevin applies his expertise either as dispute resolver or as advisor to either party. Construction disputes are unique with numerous procedural and tactical pitfalls and Kevin has a thorough knowledge of construction contracts in common use, advising on contract administration and management procedures using standard or custom contracts and subcontracts. Kevin is a Member of Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), a member of ADR Institute of Alberta and Canada, as well as several other professional institutions.

Beyond her professional pursuits, Bridgit is deeply committed to volunteerism, exemplified by her impactful roles as Education Director and Treasurer for the Condo Owners Forum Society of Alberta.  At the core of Bridgit’s endeavours is a belief in the power of community and collaboration as evendenced by her volunteer service with a few other non profit organizations. Whether managing large-scale property projects or leading volunteer efforts, Bridgit brings a strategic, empathetic approach to her work, aiming to create environments where individuals can thrive together.