About
Marc Charron serves as an Associate Professor in the School of Translation and Interpretation at the University of Ottawa, specializing in literary translation theory and practice with emphasis on Canadian cultural contexts. His academic profile bridges translation studies, comparative literature, and sociolinguistics through investigations of cultural identity mediation.
His educational qualifications include:
- Ph.D. in Translation (Option traductologie), Université de Montréal (2001)
- Ph.D. coursework in Hispanic Studies, Arizona State University (1995)
- M.A. in Translation, University of Ottawa (1994)
- B.A. in French Studies (specialization in Translation), McGill University (1989)
Charron's research examines literary translation as cultural negotiation, particularly in Quebec and Canadian literature. Core interests include retranlation phenomena, artistic heritage preservation through translation, and the interplay between linguistic identity and territorial evolution. His work demonstrates how translation practices shape national narratives and cross-cultural reception.
Analysis of his publications reveals consistent focus on identity construction through language mediation, with studies examining Leonard Cohen's poetic reception in Francophone spaces and the sociolinguistic transition from 'Canadiens français' to 'Québécois'. This reflects broader patterns in postcolonial translation studies and cultural transfer dynamics.
He actively collaborates with scholars like Luise von Flotow in co-taught courses and research, demonstrating engagement with academic networks in translation studies. His teaching portfolio includes specialized courses in literary translation workshop, adaptation theory, and discourse analysis across English/Spanish-to-French translation streams.
