Building Community Around the Practice of Philosophy
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The Apeiron Society of Calgary is a community passionate about big ideas that matter.
Through our bi-weekly talks, pop-up events, and annual symposium in Kannaskis, we're building a public forum where people learn to use philosophy to lead more intentional, reflective lives. |
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Flagship Programs
The Apeiron Speaker Series (Bi-Weekly)
Bi-weekly talks and group discussions about big ideas that matter. The Speaker Series is facilitated by leading experts from across a range of disciplines—from philosophy to literature, to history, psychology, and biomedicine.
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The Annual Kananskis Symposium
An annual gathering of community members and academic specialists in Kananaskis, for a weekend of thematic lectures, group reflections, and wonderful conversations
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Up Next: The Annual Kananskis Symposium!
The Ethics and Politics of Narrative
With Agnes Tam & Martin Wagner (University of Calgary)
May 2-3, 2026
With Agnes Tam & Martin Wagner (University of Calgary)
May 2-3, 2026
Event Description:
A two-day gathering for philosophical exploration of narratives and the ways in which they shape our social and political lives!
Speakers:
— Agnes Tam (Department of Philosophy, University of Calgary) & Martin Wagner (School of Languages, Linguistics, Literatures and Cultures, University of Calgary): Narrating Belonging — Conceptions of Belonging and Their Intellectual History.
— Emily McTernan (Political Philosophy & Public Policy, University of College London): On Weak Ties and Everyday Interactions.
— David Sigler (English, University of Calgary): Notions of Romantic Belonging in 18th-Century English Literature
— Will Stovall (Independent Artist, Washington DC): Habermasian Lifeworlds — Visual Illustrations
Practical Information:
🗓️ Date: May 2-3, 2026.
⌚ Time: 09:00-20:00 (May 2); 09:00-13:00 (May 3).
🗺️ Address: Biogeoscience Institute (BGI) Barrier Field Station, Kananaskis. Directions available here.
This event is open to non-members. Do drop-in!
Please contact [email protected] to request more information.
A two-day gathering for philosophical exploration of narratives and the ways in which they shape our social and political lives!
Speakers:
— Agnes Tam (Department of Philosophy, University of Calgary) & Martin Wagner (School of Languages, Linguistics, Literatures and Cultures, University of Calgary): Narrating Belonging — Conceptions of Belonging and Their Intellectual History.
— Emily McTernan (Political Philosophy & Public Policy, University of College London): On Weak Ties and Everyday Interactions.
— David Sigler (English, University of Calgary): Notions of Romantic Belonging in 18th-Century English Literature
— Will Stovall (Independent Artist, Washington DC): Habermasian Lifeworlds — Visual Illustrations
Practical Information:
🗓️ Date: May 2-3, 2026.
⌚ Time: 09:00-20:00 (May 2); 09:00-13:00 (May 3).
🗺️ Address: Biogeoscience Institute (BGI) Barrier Field Station, Kananaskis. Directions available here.
This event is open to non-members. Do drop-in!
Please contact [email protected] to request more information.
Frequently Asked Questions
— Do I need to have studied philosophy to become a member?
— Do I need to prepare in advance before attending one of the Apeiron Society of Calgary's philosophy events?
— Can I drop in to try out an event before committing to a membership with the Apeiron Society?
— What are the benefits of getting a membership in Apeiron Society of Calgary?
— Can members participate in planning, organizing, or leading activities with the Apeiron Society?
- Not at all! Our philosophy events and programs are open to people of all backgrounds.
— Do I need to prepare in advance before attending one of the Apeiron Society of Calgary's philosophy events?
- You need nothing but a hunger for big ideas! The Apeiron Society of Calgary strives to ensure that our philosophy events are accessible to all, requiring no preparation beforehand.
— Can I drop in to try out an event before committing to a membership with the Apeiron Society?
- Absolutely! We ask that non-members donate $10 as a drop-in fee for each event attended. If you decide you want to become a member of the Apeiron Society, then you can have your donations to go towards your membership fee. Just reach out to us at [email protected] and let us know!
— What are the benefits of getting a membership in Apeiron Society of Calgary?
- You'll be able to attend our Speaker Series for free, receive discounted (and preferential) access to our annual Kananskis Symposium, and be invited to attend our pop-up philosophy events and after-event socials! In short, you'll be a part of our community!
— Can members participate in planning, organizing, or leading activities with the Apeiron Society?
- Yes! All members are welcome to suggest, plan, or help lead a philosophy event with the Apeiron Society of Calgary. In the past, we've helped members deliver talks in our Speaker Series as well as organize their own pop-up philosophy events.