About
Munir A. Sheikh is an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Economics at Carleton University, affiliated with the Faculty of Public and Global Affairs. He holds a B.A. from Punjab University, an M.A. from McMaster University, and a Ph.D. from Western Ontario. He speaks French, Urdu, and Punjabi in addition to English.
His research focuses on social policy, tax policy, and fiscal policy, with expertise in income distribution dynamics, carbon taxation strategies, and census methodologies. Notable works include analyses of Canadian-US fiscal policy differences, reforms to Ontario's social assistance system, and groundbreaking studies on tax expenditure measurement.
Publications span over five decades, addressing topics from Keynesian economic models to modern fiscal governance challenges. His work emphasizes data-driven policy design and cross-jurisdictional comparative analysis. No specific academic awards are listed, though his contributions to public policy research are substantial.
While no advising relationships or grants are explicitly detailed, his involvement in high-level policy reviews (e.g., Ontario Social Assistance Commission) underscores his applied research impact. His office is located in C-865 Loeb Building at Carleton University's Ottawa campus.
