Jacqueline Lacasse

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Jacqueline Lacasse is the General Counsel and Vice-President (People & Culture) at the University of Calgary.  This role encompasses a broad portfolio that includes University Legal Services, the Office of the Secretariat, the Office of Protected Disclosure and Research Integrity, and the People and Culture function. In her role, Jacqueline oversees strategic initiatives that impact the university’s legal landscape, workforce management, and organizational culture. 

Reporting directly to the President, Jacqueline is a key member of the university’s executive leadership team and plays a central role in advancing institutional priorities related to both legal matters and human resources.

Jacqueline joined the University of Calgary in 2012, and prior to her current role, she served as the University’s Associate Vice-President of Labour Relations, where she was responsible for managing the labour relations strategy, negotiations, and dispute resolution. In her current capacity, she combines her legal expertise with a deep commitment to fostering an inclusive, high-performing work environment, which includes advancing initiatives related to diversity, employee engagement, and leadership development.

Before joining the University of Calgary, Jacqueline practiced labour and employment law in private practice and in-house roles. Her legal expertise continues to inform her work in People and Culture, where she ensures the university's HR practices align with legal standards and industry best practices.

Beyond her work at the University, Jacqueline has been a member of the Alberta Labour Relations Board since 2016. She also serves as a sector representative on the Treasury Board’s Public Sector Employers’ Council and is a frequent speaker and panelist at industry events, including those hosted by the Association of Corporate Counsel and Lancaster House.

Jacqueline holds a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from McGill University and a Juris Doctor from the University of Calgary.