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Alain TakamView profile

Associate Professor

University of LethbridgeCanada

Alain Takam is an Associate Professor in the Department of Modern Languages and Linguistics at the University of Lethbridge. His academic journey includes a Ph.D. in French Studies (Linguistics) from Dalhousie University, complemented by graduate degrees (D.E.A., M.A., M.A./M.Ed.) and a B.A. from the University of Yaoundé I in Cameroon. Prior to joining the University of Lethbridge, he taught French and linguistics at multiple Canadian institutions, including Dalhousie University, Mount Saint Vincent University, and the University of Waterloo. Takam's research explores applied linguistics and sociolinguistics, with emphasis on: Minority language revitalization through education and media Language policy and planning in bilingual contexts (Cameroon and Canada) Endangered languages, contact linguistics, and socio-pragmatics Cameroon English and the sociolinguistics of translation His publications frequently analyze French and English bilingual education systems, language attitudes in technical curricula, and post-colonial language policies. His recent articles (2020–2022) predominantly investigate language education in Ontario and Cameroon, focusing on policy implementation, student engagement in technical programs, and revitalization strategies for minority languages. Earlier works (2013–2019) delve into structural aspects of Cameroon English, media-driven language promotion, and comparative analyses of Canadian/Cameroonian bilingual policies. Takam received the Killam Scholarship during his doctoral studies at Dalhousie University, recognizing his contributions to linguistics.

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Shana PoplackView profile

Professor

University of OttawaCanada

Shana Poplack, CM, D. Litt, F.R.S.C., is a Distinguished Professor of Linguistics at the University of Ottawa and Director of the Sociolinguistics Laboratory since 1982. As a Canada Research Chair in Linguistics (Tier I) from 2001–2022, Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada (since 1998), and Fellow of the Linguistic Society of America (since 2009), her work bridges theoretical and applied sociolinguistics. D.Litt, Honoris Causa - University College Dublin (2017) Ph.D., Linguistics - University of Pennsylvania (1979) M.A., Linguistics and French Literature - New York University (1968) B.A., Romance Languages - Queens College, CUNY (1968) Her research specializes in linguistic variation and change through empirical analysis, focusing on bilingual language mixing, language contact, grammatical convergence, and the historical emergence of African American Vernacular English. She investigates how normative language prescription interacts with actual linguistic praxis, particularly in educational contexts. Recent work emphasizes code-switching mechanisms, phonetic integration in bilingual borrowing, and real-time language change dynamics. Publications span topics like grammaticalization of future tense in Brazilian Portuguese, subjunctive usage in North American English, and corpus-driven insights into Quebec French evolution. Member, Order of Canada (2014–present) Fellow, Royal Society of Canada (1998–present) Canada Research Chair, Tier I (2001–2022) Fellow, Linguistic Society of America (2009–present) The Sociolinguistics Laboratory under her direction has developed robust data management frameworks for multilingual corpora, contributing to open science initiatives like the Open Handbook of Linguistic Data Management . Her teaching includes advanced courses on sociolinguistic research and urban dialectology.

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Cheng LuoView profile

Associate Professor

Brock UniversityCanada

Dr. Cheng Luo is an Associate Professor in the Department of Applied Linguistics at Brock University. He holds a Ph.D. in Linguistics and Applied Linguistics from the University of Manitoba, an MA in English Language and Literature, and a B.A. in English Language from Wuhan University, China. Prior to his academic career in Canada, he served as a lecturer at Wuhan University and a visiting scholar at the University of Toronto’s Department of Linguistics. He maintains visiting professorships at multiple Chinese universities. His research spans theoretical linguistics—including accessibility/clefting, topicality/contrastive focusing, polysemy analysis, and numerical expression typology—and applied linguistics focusing on first/second language interplay, error analysis, corrective feedback, contrastive rhetoric, and L1 use in L2 classrooms. He also explores Canadian cultural studies (cultural mosaic theory, nationalism, lacrosse history) and translation studies (theories, strategies, equivalence principles). Dr. Luo has authored books such as Clefting and Cleftability (2009) and contributed to over 100 refereed publications across linguistics journals, conference proceedings, and book chapters. His work bridges theoretical frameworks with applied educational contexts, emphasizing cross-cultural and cross-linguistic comparisons. Academically engaged, he coordinates Brock’s grammar programs, served as Department Chair and Graduate Program Director, and directs the Confucius Institute. He collaborates internationally with over 20 visiting scholars and maintains ties with numerous global institutions.

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Steve NicolleView profile

Professor

Trinity Western UniversityCanada

Dr. Steve Nicolle is a Professor at Trinity Western University (TWU) and Director of the MA in Linguistics & Translation (MALT) program. He has been actively involved in linguistic research and Bible translation since 1999, with a focus on Bantu languages, discourse analysis, and pragmatics. Prior to joining TWU in 2013, he worked for 15 years with SIL International in East and Central Africa, contributing to language development, Bible translation, and linguistic training. Education: D.Phil. in Linguistics, University of York, UK (1993–1996) Postgraduate Certificate in Education (ESL), University College of North Wales, Bangor, UK (1992–1993) B.A. in Linguistics with Philosophy, University of York, UK (1988–1992) His research spans semantics and pragmatics, grammatical analysis, African languages, language change, and Bible translation. He has authored over 70 academic publications and led linguistic training initiatives across Africa. His recent articles highlight trends in grammaticalization, conditional constructions, and discourse analysis in African languages. Scientific Awards: Guest Editor, SIL Journal of Translation (2022) Invited Speaker at "Conditionals 2" Summer School (2022) Guest Editor, Studies in African Linguistics (2017) Keynote Speaker at 6th International Conference on Bantu Languages (2016) Steve is also a passionate cyclist and brewer, reflecting his dynamic approach to both personal and professional endeavors.

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Keith SniderView profile

Adjunct Professor

Trinity Western UniversityCanada

Keith Snider is an Adjunct Professor of Linguistics at Trinity Western University and a Certified Senior Linguistics Consultant with SIL International. He holds a D.Litt. in African Linguistics from Leiden University (1990) and has extensive experience in field linguistics across Africa and beyond. His research focuses on tone analysis, phonology, and orthography development for African languages. Snider has taught at TWU and CanIL since 2000, leading courses such as Tone Analysis and Historical Linguistics. He has published over 55 works, including influential books like The Geometry and Features of Tone and Tone Analysis for Field Linguists . Education: D.Litt., African Linguistics, Leiden University, 1990 M.A., Linguistics, University of Texas at Arlington, 1980 B.Th., Canadian Bible College, Regina, 1978 Diploma, Millar Memorial Bible Institute, 1974 Research Interests: Phonology and tone analysis Orthography development for unwritten languages Historical and comparative linguistics African language documentation Key Awards: Phi Sigma Iota (International Foreign Language Honor Society) Advising & Grants: Snider has supervised numerous MA theses at CanIL and TWU. His consulting work includes grant review for SIL and the National Science Foundation. He is a Pike Centre Fellow and contributes to the ComparaLex software for comparative linguistics. Labs & Affiliations: Active in SIL International's global linguistics projects, CanIL's graduate programs, and the Pike Centre for Linguistic Analysis.

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Leah CameronView profile

Lecturer

Trinity Western UniversityCanada

Leah Cameron is a Lecturer in English & Creative Writing at Trinity Western University's Faculty of Humanities & Social Sciences. She specializes in theopoetics, theological aesthetics, and intersections between literature, music, and the arts. Her work emphasizes innovative pedagogical approaches to exploring creativity and human flourishing through a theological lens. Education: M.A. Interdisciplinary Humanities (English Stream), Trinity Western University (2015) B.A. Music (Vocal Performance), English Concentration, Trinity Western University (2011) Her research focuses on spiritual dimensions of artistic expression, particularly in poetry and music. Notable work includes analyses of Thomas Merton's theological imagination and explorations of hope in grief narratives. She actively presents at conferences such as Verge Arts and the Association of Canadian College and University Teachers of English. Awards: SSHRCC Joseph-Armand Bombadier Canada Graduate Scholarship (2014) Teaches courses including Introduction to Fiction, Poetry and Drama, and Writing in the University Context. Her courses emphasize connecting creative processes with theological and ethical frameworks.

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Anahi Alba de la FuenteView profile

Associate Professor

University of MontrealCanada

Dr. Anahi Alba de la Fuente serves as an Associate Professor at Université de Montréal's Department of Literatures and Languages of the World. Her research focuses on language acquisition patterns, particularly in Spanish as a first and second language, examining bilingualism through psycholinguistic and sociolinguistic frameworks. She investigates morphosyntactic development across learner profiles including heritage speakers and L2/L3 learners. Her work explores critical intersections between theoretical linguistics and applied pedagogy, addressing how linguistic risk perception influences language teaching methodologies. Research employs experimental and corpus-based approaches to analyze tense/aspect systems, gender assignment, and relative clause structures across Romance languages. Awarded the 2020 Teaching Excellence Prize, Dr. Alba de la Fuente maintains active collaborations through ResearchGate and Google Scholar. Current projects examine heritage language maintenance in Montreal's multilingual context and pedagogical interventions for advanced Spanish learners.

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David HeapView profile

Professor

Western UniversityCanada

David Heap is a Professor in the Department of French Studies at the University of Western Ontario. He holds a Ph.D. in Romance Languages and Linguistics from the University of Toronto (1997), an MA in French (1990), and an Honours B.A. in French, Spanish, and Linguistics (1988). His research focuses on general linguistics with specializations in French, Spanish, and historical linguistics, including morphology, phonology, linguistic variation, Romance dialectology, translation theory, and language and gender. His current research includes co-investigation in a seven-year SSHRC project Surviving Memory in Post-War El Salvador , involving fieldwork in Chalatenango, El Salvador. He also studies the grammatical expression of gender diversity in Spanish and French, and the pronominal morphology of Gallo-Romance, Occitan, and Ibero-Romance varieties. Education: Ph.D. (Toronto: Langues et linguistique romane), 1997 MA (Toronto: French), 1990 Honours B.A. (Toronto: French, Spanish, Linguistics), 1988 Heap has published extensively in linguistics, including a monograph on morphological variation in Occitan and co-edited volumes on Romance Languages. His work often addresses theoretical syntax, language contact, and sociopolitical dimensions of linguistic practice. He has collaborated on projects involving translation ethics, gender-inclusive language, and endangered heritage languages like Faetar. He supervises translation and fieldwork activities for international research teams and contributes to the Atlas lingüístico de la Península Ibérica . His recent articles explore gendered language use in Spanish and French, translation challenges in participatory research contexts, and geolinguistic patterns in Alpine French dialects.

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Nadeem SiddiqiView profile

Professor

Carleton UniversityCanada

Nadeem Siddiqi is a Professor at Carleton University’s School of Linguistics and Language Studies (SLaLS). He holds academic affiliations with the Department of Cognitive Science and the Department of English. His research focuses on formal linguistic theory, morphology, and the development of the Lexical-Realizational Functional Grammar (LRFG) model, co-created with Ash Asudeh. He runs the Morphology Lab, which hosts research programs on morphological phenomena and syncretism patterns, funded by grants. Education: BA in English (UC Davis), MFA in Creative Writing (Mills College), MA & PhD in Linguistics (Arizona) Research Interests: Siddiqi’s work addresses stem allomorphy, suppletion, and the integration of Distributed Morphology with Lexical Functional Grammar. His current projects include the LRFG Virtual Lab (collaborating with universities globally) and the Feature Competition Lab (focusing on syncretism and morphological upstaging across languages). Teaching: He teaches a yearly graduate seminar in Morphology (LING 5005), covering topics like Roots and Comparative Morphological Theory. Supervision: He accepts limited graduate and undergraduate students annually, focusing on morphological theory and functional words.

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Randall GessView profile

Professor

Carleton UniversityCanada

Randall Gess is a Professor at Carleton University’s Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences. He holds a B.A., M.A., and Ph.D. from the University of Texas and the University of Washington, respectively. His research focuses on French phonology, including historical patterns, contemporary variation (especially in Canadian contexts), and pedagogical applications of corpus linguistics. Current projects include documenting French spoken in British Columbia’s Maillardville and exploring corpus use in teaching oral skills. He teaches courses such as FREN 2401A, FREN 2701A, and FREN 3411A. His work bridges theoretical linguistics and applied education, emphasizing practical methods for teaching French pronunciation and leveraging spoken language corpora. He has contributed to major publications like the Manual of Romance Phonetics and Phonology and the Grande Grammaire Historique du Français . His research interests span phonological variation, historical phonology, second language acquisition, and French creoles. Recent presentations address topics like minority language contexts and online teaching techniques. Despite no listed awards, his extensive publications and presentations highlight academic impact. He is currently on sabbatical during Fall 2025. No formal grants or institutional affiliations are specified, though collaborations with international scholars and organizations (e.g., UNESCO-related projects?) are implied through conference participation.

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Carmen LeBlancView profile

Associate Professor

Carleton UniversityCanada

Carmen LeBlanc is an Associate Professor in the Department of French at Carleton University, affiliated with the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences. She holds a B.A. from UQAM, an M.A. and Ph.D. from the University of Ottawa. Her research focuses on variationist and historical sociolinguistics of French, particularly in North America, with an emphasis on morphosyntactic variation, dialect contact, and language identity. Her academic career includes postgraduate work at the University of Ottawa and prior teaching experience in Atlantic Canada and Northern Ontario. She is of Acadian descent, and her work often investigates Acadian French dialects and their historical trajectories. Key research projects include SSHRC grants on Acadian French diaspora dynamics and three centuries of Francophone migrations in North America. LeBlanc’s publications span book chapters, edited volumes, and peer-reviewed articles in journals like Diachronica and Journal of Linguistic Geography . She has presented at international conferences such as Methods in Dialectology and New Ways of Analysing Variation. Her honors include SSHRC doctoral fellowships and Carleton’s FASS Research Award for junior faculty. Current research explores dialect contact mechanisms, language levelling in Madelinot French, and the sociolinguistic history of Acadian French through interdisciplinary approaches. She maintains active collaborations with institutions like the University of Moncton and Université du Québec à Montréal.

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Pascale LEFRANÇOISView profile

Professor

University of MontrealCanada

Pascale Lefrançois is a Full Professor at the Université de Montréal, holding a position in the Department of Didactics within the Faculty of Education Sciences. She has held administrative roles including Vice-Dean of Undergraduate Studies (2010–2018), Director of the Teacher Training Center (2010–2017), and Dean of the Faculty (2018–2022). Her research focuses on French language didactics, emphasizing orthography, syntax, and lexical competence in primary and postsecondary education. She has contributed to educational reforms, including curriculum restructuring and teacher training programs. Education: PhD in Didactics from Université de Montréal (2000). Academic background includes a bachelor’s degree in economics and political science. Research interests include language acquisition, teacher training, and the integration of competency-based approaches. She advises on language education policies for Quebec’s Ministry of Education and frequently engages with media on linguistic issues. Publications highlight comparative analyses of educational systems, syntax teaching through children’s literature, and orthographic assessment tools. She has supervised over 15 graduate students, advancing research on writing skills and linguistic competencies. Awards: Winner of the World Spelling Championship, reflecting her lifelong dedication to linguistic excellence. Active in interdisciplinary projects funded by FRQSC, focusing on lexicology, syntax, and educational equity. Lab affiliations: Part of research teams like Lexiques nucléaires and REGARDS CROISES SUR LE LEXIQUE , advancing lexicography and educational practices.

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