Meet Hero Laird

When Hero Laird first came to Edmonton, they thought it would just be a stopover, but strong connections invited them to contribute to existing ideas and welcomed them to share new ones. Now, they want to keep being a part of it. 

Hero is a student at the University of Alberta Faculty of Law, focusing on legal systems reform, access to justice and the rule of law in a digital age. Hero is also a Research Assistant with the Wahkohtowin Law and Governance Lodge and the President of the Digital Law & Innovation Society.

Locations in video: Wahkohtowin Lodge, Centennial Centre for Interdisciplinary Science and the Makerspace and Seed Library at the Stanley A. Milner Library.

Want to learn more about Hero? Here are some articles on their work:

• The Quad Blog

• ReconciliACTION post

• 2022 Chancellor's Forum Panelist

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• Danny Ross, an active participant in the arts and culture scene, who wants to share Edmonton’s unique point of view with the world. 

• Lana Whiskeyjack, artist, assistant professor and writer inspired by the inclusive shifts in our city that gives her hope for future generations.

• Erick Estrada appreciates Edmonton’s small town vibes packed into a big city with opportunities.

• Gurleen Kuar Bhandohal, a student and nature lover, who sees big things for our city’s evolution.

• Olya Leshcheva knows our city’s atmosphere of understanding and acceptance helps newcomers feel welcome.

• Mayor Amarjeet Sohi who first came to Canada at 18, and through the support of a city, is now the mayor.