Ken Ritson
Biography
While studying Economics at the University of Guelph, Ken was a member of the Men’s Varsity Hockey team. During his last three years, Ken received the honour of Academic All-Canadian Varsity Athlete for his dual success in both academics and athletics. For the 2004-2005 season, Ken was named an Ontario University All-Star, and was awarded the University of Guelph’s ‘Don Cameron Award’ for demonstrating leadership, and excellence in his sport. The same season, Ken was also named the Most Valuable Player for the Guelph Gryphons hockey team. Ken has continued his involvement in the Thunder Bay hockey community and has recently been elected as a member of the Thunder Bay Kings “AAA” hockey program Board of Directors.
Ken was a summer student with Cheadles LLP in 2007 and 2008, gaining valuable experience working with senior lawyers in a variety of Corporate, Commercial, Labour, Municipal, Real Estate, Wills and Estates, and Family matters.
While attending Law School at the University of Calgary, Ken volunteered for the Student Legal Assistance Program, providing free legal assistance and representation to University of Calgary students and members of the public who are unable to afford legal services. While attending Law School, Ken was an active member of the Hockey Canada Skills Academy. The Academy is a cooperative effort between local school boards and local hockey associations with a goal of enhancing a student-player’s individual playing skills, self-esteem and opportunities in both academics and athletics.
Since beginning articling, Ken has been a regular presenter at seminars for the Northwestern Ontario Canadian Condominium Institute. He has become familiar with all areas of condominium law, including developing, buying, selling, and condominium corporation matters.
Ken was born and raised in Thunder Bay, Ontario. His many interests include the outdoors and sports, particularly, fishing, hockey and hiking.
Educational Background
• BComm (University of Guelph – 2006)• LL.B. (University of Calgary – 2009)
