Jinyan Li

Jinyan Li serves as Professor of Tax Law at Osgoode Hall Law School, York University, where she previously held the position of Interim Dean and currently co-directs the LLM Tax program while serving as academic director of the Professional Graduate Studies Program.

Her educational qualifications include:

• BA from UIBE (China)
• LLB from University of Toronto
• LLM from Queen's University
• DJur from Osgoode Hall Law School

She is an active member of the Bar of Ontario.

Professor Li's research spans tax law and policy with specialized expertise in international taxation frameworks, social income support systems, Chinese tax evolution, and e-commerce taxation challenges. Her scholarly work has significantly shaped legal discourse, with multiple citations by Canadian judicial authorities including the Supreme Court of Canada in landmark cases such as Deans Knight Income Corp. and Alta Energy.

Her publication history demonstrates consistent focus on comparative tax systems and policy development, particularly examining Chinese tax structures and global digital economy implications. This trajectory reflects deepening engagement with international tax coordination mechanisms and equity considerations in fiscal policy.

Her distinguished recognition includes:

• Tax Excellence Award (2021) from the Ontario Bar Association
• Lifetime Contribution Award (2017) from the Canadian Tax Foundation
• Academic Excellence Award (2007) from the Canadian Association of Law Teachers
• D.J. Sherbaniuk Distinguished Writing Award (1999)
• York University Research Leader (2017)
• Teaching Awards (2004, 2014)

Professor Li actively supervises LLM and PhD candidates specializing in tax law and social income support policy, maintaining close mentorship with students including Lawrence, Sonia McCamus, and John D. Her externally funded research has received substantial support from governmental bodies including the Department of Finance and National Revenue, alongside international institutions such as the IMF, OECD, and Asian Development Bank where she served as consultant.

She leads research initiatives through the LLM Tax program and organizes high-impact academic events, recently co-hosting the 2022 Pillar Two symposium and Women with Disabilities: Income Security and Tax Policy conference, demonstrating ongoing commitment to contemporary tax challenges and inclusive policy development.