Alex Rivard

Alex Rivard is Assistant Professor in Simon Fraser University's School of Public Policy, researching political behavior and housing policy. His work examines NIMBYism dynamics, secessionist party emergence, and electoral distortions in Westminster systems. Current projects investigate Indigenous perspectives in housing debates and municipal governance effectiveness.

Publications demonstrate methodological innovation in political datasets and survey analysis. Recent articles analyze multilevel party identification, housing opposition motivations, and election timing effects across Canadian jurisdictions. Research consistently addresses representation gaps and policy feedback mechanisms.