John Sinclair

Dr. John Sinclair is a Professor and Director at the Natural Resources Institute (NRI) within the Clayton H. Riddell Faculty of Environment, Earth, and Resources at the University of Manitoba. He has been a faculty member since 1991, following his PhD in Environmental Studies from the University of Waterloo. His work bridges academic research and community engagement, focusing on public participation in environmental and resource governance.

Education:

• B.A. (Hons) Law and Geography, Carleton University (1984)
• M.A. Geography, Carleton University (1986)
• Ph.D. Geography, University of Waterloo (1991)

Research Interests:

• Public participation in environmental decision-making
• Social learning in resource management
• Impact assessment reforms
• Indigenous and community involvement in policy development
• Environmental justice in global contexts

His research spans Canada, India, and the Arctic, emphasizing equitable governance and sustainability transitions.

Professional Activities:

• Former Chair, Canadian Environment Network's Environmental Assessment Caucus
• Co-Chair, Public Participation Section, International Association of Impact Assessment
• Member, Multi-Interest Advisory Committee on Federal EA, Canadian Environmental Assessment Agency
• Editorial Board Member, Alternatives Journal and Environmental Impact Assessment Review

Awards:

• University of Manitoba Campbell Outreach Award
• Leadership in Sustainability Award

Advising & Grants:

• Supervises students in Arctic, Indian, and Canadian sustainability projects
• Recipient of grants supporting community-based research and policy analysis

Labs/Teams: Actively involved in the Natural Resources Institute's field seminar programs and collaborates with NGOs like the Green Action Center.