Maggie Quirt

Maggie Quirt is an Associate Professor in the Department of Equity Studies at York University's Faculty of Liberal Arts & Professional Studies. Her office is located in Room 440 of the Atkinson Building, and she can be reached via email at mquirt@yorku.ca. She holds a PhD in Canadian Studies from Trent University, an MA in English Literature with a focus on contemporary social and political thought from the University of Victoria, and a BA (Honours) in Canadian Studies and English Literature from Trent University.

Her research focuses on legal institutions and social justice, particularly examining reconciliation, restitution, and the legacies of settler colonialism. She also investigates citizenship and human rights in Canada, alongside the historical development of equity policies in Ontario. These themes are interwoven with critical analyses of systemic inequities and institutional accountability.

Dr. Quirt has not listed specific grants, awards, or publications in the provided profile. Her work emphasizes teaching and research within equity studies frameworks, contributing to interdisciplinary dialogues on justice and policy reform.