Ritu Khullar Obituary, Edmonton Death – In Loving Memory Of Alberta’s Chief Justice

The Edmonton, Alberta, legal community is mourning the passing of the Honourable Ritu Khullar, Alberta’s Chief Justice and Chief Justice of the Courts of Appeal of Alberta, Nunavut, and the Northwest Territories.

Khullar died on September 3, 2026, at the age of 62, surrounded by her family. Her passing has brought sadness to members of the judiciary, legal professionals, colleagues, and others who respected her years of service to Canada’s justice system.

Remembering Ritu Khullar

Ritu Khullar built a distinguished career in law before moving into the judiciary. Her professional journey was marked by years of legal practice followed by significant judicial appointments that placed her among Alberta’s senior legal figures.

Before joining the bench, Khullar spent more than two decades in private legal practice, developing extensive experience in the legal profession.

Her career entered a new chapter in 2017, when she was appointed to the Court of King’s Bench of Alberta. The appointment marked an important step in her transition from private practice to judicial service.

Service on the Courts of Appeal

Khullar’s judicial career continued to advance in 2018, when she joined the Courts of Appeal of Alberta, Nunavut, and the Northwest Territories.

Her role placed her at the center of the appellate justice system across multiple Canadian jurisdictions. She ultimately served as Chief Justice of Alberta as well as Chief Justice of the Courts of Appeal serving Alberta, Nunavut, and the Northwest Territories.

Through these positions, Khullar became a prominent figure within the Canadian judiciary and was recognized for her years of commitment to public service and the administration of justice.

Legal Community Mourns

Khullar’s death has deeply affected colleagues and members of the legal profession who worked alongside her or followed her career.

Her transition from more than two decades of private legal practice to senior judicial leadership represented a lengthy commitment to the justice system. The positions she held reflected the trust placed in her professional experience and judicial service.

For members of the judiciary and legal community, her passing represents the loss of a respected colleague and senior figure.

Remembering Her Public Service

As Edmonton and the wider legal community mourn Ritu Khullar, attention remains focused on the career and public service she leaves behind.

From private legal practice to the Court of King’s Bench and ultimately the Courts of Appeal, her professional life was closely connected to Canada’s justice system.

Khullar is survived by the memories of those who knew her personally and professionally. Her family, colleagues, members of the judiciary, and others who respected her work are now mourning her death while reflecting on her years of dedicated service.