About
Ken Boessenkool is an Adjunct Professor at the Max Bell School of Public Policy at McGill University. He previously held the J.W. McConnell Professor of Practice role at the same institution (2020-2021). A renowned policy strategist, he co-founded the firm Meredith Boessenkool & Phillips to continue shaping public policy in Canada.
- Key Affiliations:
- McGill University (Adjunct Professor, Max Bell School of Public Policy)
- CD Howe Institute (Research Fellow)
Ken has spent nearly three decades at the forefront of Canadian politics, advising prominent political figures such as Stephen Harper and Ralph Klein. His career spans roles in provincial governments, public affairs firms, and regulatory economics in the energy sector. His expertise lies in policy formulation, public choice theory, and campaign strategy, with a focus on improving governance for Canadian citizens.
He has contributed to public discourse through commentary in media outlets like CBC, National Post, and Times Colonist, addressing topics such as provincial cabinet leadership, federal election dynamics, and carbon policy shifts.
