Sophie Rioux-Hébert

Sophie Rioux-Hébert holds a Master's degree in Geography from the University of Quebec in Montreal (UQAM), completed in 2005. Her research focuses on urban heritage studies, specifically examining the geo-identity vocation of places of worship and their role in shaping cultural landscapes.

• PhD in Geography (2005), UQAM

Research Interests include the intersection of religious architecture with cultural identity formation in urban environments. Her work explores how sacred spaces contribute to neighborhood identity and urban memory.

Publications highlight her thesis on Rosemont-La Petite-Patrie's places of worship, analyzing their spatial and cultural significance as key heritage elements in urban geography.