Christopher D. Malcolm

Dr. Christopher D. Malcolm is an Associate Professor in the Department of Geography at Brandon University. He holds a PhD (2004), MSc (1997), and BA (1993) from the University of Victoria and Memorial University of Newfoundland. His research focuses on human-environment interactions in wildlife management, ecotourism, and protected areas. Key projects include studies on youth sports during the pandemic, museum impacts in rural Manitoba, and coastal fisheries in Mexico.

• Educations:
  • PhD in Geography, University of Victoria (2004)
  • MSc in Geography, University of Victoria (1997)
  • B.A. (Honours) in Geography, Memorial University (1993)

Research interests emphasize community-based conservation, tourism sustainability, and wildlife policy. Recent work explores how recreational activities like whale watching and hockey are influenced by societal and environmental factors. Publications span journals like International Journal of Sport and Society and Journal of Rural and Community Development.

His work demonstrates interdisciplinary approaches combining geography with sociology and ecology, often collaborating with Mexican institutions. Ongoing projects include analyzing stakeholder perceptions in smart tourism initiatives and refining fisheries management frameworks.