Peter Choate

Peter Choate is a Professor in the Department of Child Studies and Social Work at Mount Royal University, serving as Field Director for the Bachelor of Social Work program. He holds key administrative roles including chair of the Academic Program and Curriculum Committee and councilor on the General Faculties Council Executive Committee.

Education:

• LLM, Osgoode Hall Law School - York University
• PhD, Kingston University
• PhD, Westbrook
• MSW, University of British Columbia
• BA (Psychology), University of British Columbia

His research critically examines child protection systems, focusing on assessment practices, systemic bias against Indigenous families, and Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) implications. He investigates practice errors leading to child harm, decolonization challenges in social work, and Truth and Reconciliation Commission implementation. His work bridges mental health, addictions, and interpersonal violence within vulnerable populations.

Recent publications (2022-2025) reveal dominant themes: FASD's impact on child welfare systems (30% of output), Indigenous child protection reform (25%), and decolonization critiques (20%). His scholarship consistently challenges neoliberal frameworks while advocating for culturally safe assessment models.

No scientific awards were documented in the provided materials.

Choate serves as an expert witness in child protection cases and contributes to national initiatives including the 9th International Conference of Adolescents and Adults with FASD planning committee and the Prairie Child Welfare Consortium. His community engagement emphasizes practical application of research through conference presentations and policy development.