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Derya Tarhan is an Assistant Professor in Capacity Development and Extension at the University of Guelph, with an office in Landscape Architecture. His research and teaching focus on social and solidarity economy (SSE), community development, and participatory socio-environmental change through co-operatives and democratic practices. Education: PhD in Adult Education and Community Development, University of Toronto MAES in Local Economic Development, University of Waterloo Bilingual Honours BA in International Studies and Economics, York University Research Interests: Dr. Tarhan critically examines how social and solidarity economy organizations—particularly co-operatives—advance socio-environmental justice through democratic participation. His work integrates public policy design, social movement activism, and adult education to address energy democracy, Indigenous food sovereignty, and community resilience. Key themes include corporate appropriation of community energy models, socio-spatial marginalization in urban housing, and Indigenous-led social economy solutions for food security. Publication Trends: His 2015-2025 publications reveal a consistent focus on co-operative models for socio-ecological transformation, with increasing emphasis on Indigenous sovereignty and energy justice. Early work analyzed renewable energy co-operative development and business succession, while recent research critically interrogates tensions between community energy initiatives and social justice outcomes in Ontario. Cross-cutting themes include policy barriers to democratic energy transitions and the role of SSE in decolonizing food systems. Scientific Awards: Jack Quarter Prize in Social Economy, University of Toronto CUPE 3908-1 Award for Excellence in Teaching, Trent University Alan H. Weatherley Graduate Fellowship in Environmental Leadership, University of Toronto Professional Engagement: Dr. Tarhan serves on the board of the Canadian Association for Studies in Co-operation and the Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Committee of the Canadian Worker Co-operative Federation. His applied work includes Ontario renewable energy co-operative development, bridging academic research with community action. The provided text does not specify research grants or graduate student supervision.

• Social and Solidarity Economy
• Community Development
• Capacity Development
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Lara Gautier is a Professor at the School of Public Health, Université de Montréal, affiliated with the Department of Management, Evaluation, and Health Policy. She holds research positions at the Centre de recherche en santé publique, InterActions, and SHERPA Institute. Her expertise lies in participatory evaluation of health services, qualitative and mixed-method research, and structural determinants of migrant health. She has led projects on intersectoral initiatives for vulnerable migrants and pandemic responses in Canada and Europe. Education: PhD in Economics (Université de Paris, 2019), PhD in Public Health (Université de Montréal, 2019), Master's in Health Economics (Université Paris-Dauphine, 2010), and Political Science diploma (Sciences Po Rennes). Research focuses on migrant health systems, intersectoral collaboration, and pandemic preparedness. Key projects include evaluations of health services for precarious migrants and climate change impacts on temporary agricultural workers. She has secured grants from Canadian Institutes of Health Research and Fond de Recherche du Québec. Awards include the Governor General's Gold Medal (2020) and ADESAQ Best Thesis Award (2020). She supervises Master's and PhD students in public health, health administration, and pharmacy programs. Active on international editorial boards (PLOS Global Public Health, Journal of Migration and Health). Leadership roles include co-chairing the Intersectoral Research Colloquium and serving on Université de Montréal's Indigenous Affairs committee. Her work emphasizes culturally responsive evaluation methodologies and health equity in crisis contexts.

• Public Health
• Health Policy
• Migrant Health
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Jen Pylypa is a researcher in the Department of Sociology and Anthropology at Carleton University , focusing on medical anthropology, transnational adoption, and immigrant health. She holds a B.A. in anthropology from the University of British Columbia and an M.A. and Ph.D. in medical and cultural anthropology from the University of Arizona. Research Interests: Health and well-being of women/children, self-medication practices, global health worker migration, Southeast Asia (Laos/Thailand), and immigrant communities in North America. Grants: SSHRC, NSF, and Wenner-Gren Foundation fellowships. Supervision: Mentors graduate students in medical anthropology, adoption studies, gender studies, and Southeast Asia research. Courses Taught: Anthropology of the Body, Ethnographic Methods, Health and Globalization, and Practicum Placement. Scientific Awards: Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC) grants American National Science Foundation (NSF) fellowships Wenner-Gren Foundation for Anthropological Research grants

• Medical anthropology
• Health and well-being of women and children
• Transnational adoption
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Dr. Kathy Bishop serves as Associate Professor and Program Head for the Master of Arts in Leadership (Executive Leadership specialization) and Graduate Certificate in Values-Based Leadership at Royal Roads University's School of Leadership Studies. Joining in 2013, she brings over 30 years of multidisciplinary leadership experience spanning counselling, social services, not-for-profit agencies, small business development, and adult education. Her academic credentials include a PhD in Interdisciplinary Studies (Leadership and Applied Theatre) from the University of Victoria (2015) and a Bachelor of Social Work from the University of British Columbia (1986). As a scholar-practitioner, she has maintained her own consulting business since 2000 and previously served as Executive Director of the Parksville and District Chamber of Commerce and a youth-focused non-profit organization. Dr. Bishop's research centers on values-based leadership, organizational culture change, and creativity, utilizing creative, experiential, participatory, nature-based, and transformative learning methods. Her work explores leadership development, online education, action-oriented research, and arts-based methodologies, with particular emphasis on ethical frameworks in applied theatre contexts. Analysis of her publications reveals a consistent trajectory toward integrating arts-based approaches with leadership education, especially in online and collaborative environments. Key themes include mindfulness practices in business education, narrative métissage for community engagement, and ethical considerations in research-based theatre, demonstrating her commitment to innovative, experiential pedagogical models. Her scientific recognition includes: Interdisciplinary Graduate Fellowship Award (2013-14, University of Victoria) Interdisciplinary Graduate Fellowship Award (2012-13, University of Victoria) Through her dual role as academic leader and active consultant, Dr. Bishop bridges theoretical scholarship with practical leadership development, having previously worked as a registered social worker and executive director for community organizations. Her professional journey reflects a continuous commitment to applying leadership principles across diverse social and organizational contexts.

• Values-based Leadership
• Organizational Culture Change
• Creativity
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Ilyan Ferrer is an Associate Professor at the School of Social Work , Carleton University . With a PhD in Social Work and MSW from McGill University , their work focuses on aging within racialized immigrant communities, digital storytelling methodologies, and transformative education. They are currently on sabbatical from July 2025 to June 2026. Education : MSW, McGill University PhD in Social Work, McGill University Their research integrates intersectional life course perspectives to examine how immigration, precarious labor, and systemic racism shape aging experiences. They have pioneered podcasting as a pedagogical tool for community engagement and social justice, including the Critical Issues in Social Work Podcast and Filipino Canadian Social and Community Workers Network . Recent research trends include digital storytelling , financial inequality among older immigrants , and anti-oppressive practices in gerontological social work. Their publications span journals like Journal of Gerontological Social Work , Journal of Aging Studies , and Canadian Ethnic Studies . Selected projects include SSHRC-funded initiatives such as Kwentuhan (storytelling) with Filipino/a/x Canadian social work practitioners (2022-2023) and Multidirectional (im)migration, aging and care (2020-2022). They have also received teaching grants like the UCalgary Scholarship of Teaching and Learning Grant (2017-2019).

• Aging among racialized immigrants in Canada
• Digital storytelling as methodology
• Transformative and community education

Brent Lyons is an Associate Professor of Organization Studies at the Schulich School of Business, York University. His research focuses on stigma, identity management, and worker well-being, particularly within marginalized groups such as disabled employees. He holds significant academic roles, including editorial board memberships for top journals like Journal of Applied Psychology and Journal of Management . Lyons has earned notable awards, including the York Research Chair in Stigmatization and Social Identity and the Seymour Schulich Teaching Excellence Award. His work is funded by SSHRC grants and addresses topics like dominant-group identity threat, vulnerable workers, and disclosure strategies for marginalized identities. His recent publications emphasize systemic challenges faced by stigmatized groups, including within-group stigmatization among high-status workers and the impact of political discourse on workplace morale. Courses taught include Organizational Behaviour and Diversity and Inclusion in Organizations . Key Research Themes: Stigma dynamics, identity management, workplace diversity, vulnerable populations. Grants: Multiple SSHRC grants supporting research on marginalized workers and organizational inclusion. Awards: Schulich Research Excellence Fellow (2024–2027), York Research Leader (2020).

• Stigma and Identity Management
• Worker Well-Being
• Diversity and Inclusion
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Aaron Schat serves as Associate Professor and Associate Dean of Undergraduate Studies at McMaster University's DeGroote School of Business within the Department of Human Resources and Management. His academic career centers on promoting workplace dignity through rigorous research and education in organizational behavior. Schat's research program investigates workplace aggression, work-related stress, and employee well-being with particular focus on customer service contexts. He examines how incivility affects workers' psychological health, explores covert revenge behaviors against abusive customers, and analyzes blameworthiness attribution in service interactions. His work bridges industrial-organizational psychology with practical business applications, emphasizing that "employees deserve to be treated with civility and dignity" regardless of customer demands. Analysis of his publication trends reveals consistent focus on aggression typology and its organizational consequences. Recent work employs person-oriented approaches to understand individual differences in aggression exposure, while earlier research established foundational knowledge about workplace aggression prevalence and intervention strategies. His scholarship consistently connects micro-level interactions to macro-level organizational health outcomes. As an educator, Schat trains future business leaders in human resources management, with students frequently reporting years later how his teachings helped navigate workplace conflicts. He currently collaborates with PhD candidates on peer support mechanisms for service workers handling difficult customer interactions, demonstrating his commitment to translating research into practical organizational solutions.

• Workplace Aggression
• Work-Related Stress
• Industrial-Organizational Psychology
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Dr. Glenda Fisk is Associate Professor and Undergraduate Chair in Employment Relations Studies at Queen's University. She holds a Ph.D. in Industrial/Organizational Psychology from Pennsylvania State University. Her research examines psychological entitlement in workplace contexts, investigating how feelings of undeserved reward expectations develop and impact organizations. Additional work explores emotion regulation, leadership during organizational change, and grief management in professional settings. Current research investigates trauma-informed leadership approaches, psychological factors influencing conspiracy beliefs during crises like COVID-19, and social-ecological models of workplace grief. She teaches courses in Human Resource Management, Organizational Behavior, and research methods.

• Workplace Entitlement
• Emotion Regulation
• Occupational Health
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Samia Chreim is a Full Professor holding the Ian Telfer Professorship of Organization Studies at the Telfer School of Management, University of Ottawa. She earned her B.Com. and M.Sc. from Lebanese American University and a Ph.D. from HEC Montréal. With affiliations at Telfer since 2006, she teaches courses on change management, organization theory, and qualitative research methods across business and health management domains. Her research bridges business management and health care management, employing qualitative approaches to study change dynamics, identity construction, leadership, and collaborations. Key areas include: Boundary practices in organizational settings Change theory implementation Collective leadership models Health system management innovations Professional and entrepreneurial identity formation Her publications demonstrate persistent focus on organizational adaptation during crises (especially COVID-19), health system reforms, and indigenous wellbeing. Recent work emphasizes virtual collaboration, mental health support systems, and public sector innovation, predominantly using qualitative and mixed methodologies. Awards include: Academy of Management recognition for organizational change research Administrative Sciences Association of Canada award Top 10 article honors in Human Relations and BMJ Quality & Safety Significant funded research projects: PI for SSHRC/Telfer-funded studies on Medical Assistance in Dying (MAiD) sustainability ($40,000) PI for SSHRC grants on virtual peer support during COVID-19 ($24,675) and inter-organizational communities ($98,566) Co-PI for CIHR projects on indigenous suicide prevention ($237,480) and healthcare reform analysis ($362,891)

• Change Management
• Organizational Identity
• Health Care Management
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Professor Brian A. Langille is a distinguished scholar at the University of Toronto Faculty of Law, where he has been a professor since 1989. He joined the University of Toronto Law Faculty in 1983 after teaching at Dalhousie Law School since 1978. Professor Langille has held significant leadership roles including Associate Dean of Graduate Studies (1999-2002), Acting Dean (2003-04), and Interim Dean (2005). He is internationally recognized for his expertise in labour law, international law, and legal theory. Professor Langille's educational background includes: B.A. in Philosophy from Acadia University (1972) LL.B. from Dalhousie University (1975) B.C.L. (First Class) from Oxford University (1977) Professor Langille's research focuses on the intersection of labour law, globalization, and social justice. His work examines the theoretical foundations of labour law, the impact of international institutions on domestic labour regulation, and the evolving nature of work relationships in the contemporary economy. He is particularly known for his critical analysis of freedom of association, collective bargaining rights, and the classification of workers in the gig economy. His scholarship combines deep theoretical insights with practical implications for labour policy and legal reform. Professor Langille's recent publications demonstrate a consistent focus on the theoretical underpinnings of labour law and its adaptation to contemporary challenges. His work explores the capability approach to labour law, the classification of workers in non-traditional employment relationships, and the constitutional dimensions of labour rights. He has increasingly examined how international labour standards interact with domestic legal frameworks and how labour law can respond to the challenges posed by globalization and new forms of work. Professor Langille has held significant editorial and advisory roles including: Editor of the International Labour Law Reports Member of the Board of Advisors of the International Labour Review Member of the executive of the International Society for Labour and Social Security Law (1996-2006) Throughout his career, Professor Langille has supervised numerous graduate students and doctoral candidates. His research has been supported by multiple grants, including projects on capability theory and labour law, international labour law, and labour policy in Canada. He has served as an advisor to various government bodies and international organizations on labour law matters and is an experienced labour arbitrator.

• Labour Law
• Contract Law
• International Law
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Charles Furlotte is an Assistant Professor in the School of Social Work at St. Thomas University, where he has taught since 2019. Originally from Bathurst, New Brunswick, he is a registered social worker (RSW) in both Ontario (since 2009) and New Brunswick (since 2018), with over a decade of clinical experience in healthcare settings. He is currently completing his PhD in Social Work at McMaster University while maintaining his academic position. Dr. Furlotte earned his Bachelor of Arts (Honours Psychology and English Literature) from Mount Allison University in 2006 and his Master of Social Work from Carleton University in 2009. Prior to joining St. Thomas University, he taught at Carleton's School of Social Work and McMaster University's Department of Health, Aging and Society, and served as a Social Worker with a focus on mental health and psychotherapy. He also held an Assistant Clinical Professor (Adjunct) position at McMaster's Department of Family Medicine. His research focuses on critical approaches to the social study of aging, particularly examining the experiences of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) people aging with HIV and other complex chronic health conditions. His work explores aging-related services for older LGBT individuals, mindfulness applications in social justice approaches to social work practice, and resilience strategies among long-term HIV survivors. His research employs qualitative methodologies, often using community-based participatory approaches. An analysis of his recent publications reveals consistent themes across gerontology, HIV research, and social work practice, with particular emphasis on successful aging frameworks from the perspective of HIV-positive older adults. His research demonstrates strong methodological rigor using qualitative approaches, particularly modified grounded theory and narrative analysis, to explore the lived experiences of vulnerable aging populations. Professor Furlotte has taught across multiple levels of social work education, including Post-degree BSW courses (Theory for Social Work Practice II, Generalist Social Work Practice Skills, Field Instruction), 4-Year BSW courses (Social Work Practice and Human Development, Field Instruction I), and MSW courses (Social Work in Health Care, Research and Evaluation, Advanced Placement). His teaching integrates his clinical expertise with his research interests in aging, HIV, and mindfulness-based interventions. His professional activities extend to community engagement, having presented at numerous forums including The AIDS Network, Hamilton; The AIDS Committee of Toronto; and various academic conferences on HIV and aging. He has contributed to environmental scans of HIV and aging services in Canada and participated in national initiatives addressing the needs of older adults living with HIV.

• Social Work
• Gerontology
• LGBT Aging
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Donna Richards is a Lecturer at Trent University's Peterborough Campus, specializing in social work with a focus on anti-racist education and mental health equity. She holds a PhD Candidate (ABD) status from York University and has extensive practice experience in social welfare, housing advocacy, and private practice. Her work intersects race, gender, and mental health, particularly among Black and racialized youth. Education: BA (University of Toronto) BSW-Hons. (Toronto Metropolitan University) MSW (University of Toronto) PhD Candidate (ABD - York University) Research Interests: Equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) Racial trauma and mental health stigma Anti-oppressive pedagogy Policy analysis on Black youth Community mental health inequities Her 2022 event 'Beyond Invisible: Black Youth Mental Health' attracted 300+ participants, showcasing her leadership in bridging academic and community engagement. Grants & Service: Member, Academic Network, YouthRex (2021–present) Funding Advisor, Bell Let’s Talk Diversity Circle (2021) Editorial Board Member, INYI Journal (2019) Her recent conference presentations (2024) address racial trauma and anti-Black racism in social work education. Labs/Teams: Collaborates with York University’s Youth Research and Evaluation Exchange (YouthRex) and co-leads projects on BIPOC mental health barriers in postsecondary settings.

• Equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI)
• Race, gender & mental health discourses
• Racialized youth mental health
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Margaret McKee is an Associate Professor and Associate Dean of Undergraduate and Professional Graduate Programs at the Sobey School of Business, Saint Mary's University. She holds a PhD and focuses on interdisciplinary research spanning business ethics, leadership development, sustainability integration, and workplace well-being. Her work emphasizes practical applications in healthcare, small business ethics, and educational pedagogy. Her research interests include exploring transformative leadership's impact on employee well-being, innovative service-learning approaches in business education, and advancing sustainability reporting standards in MBA programs. She has conducted studies on ethical training practices for small enterprises and systemic effects of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in Sub-Saharan Africa. Margaret's publications consistently address the intersection of organizational culture and human thriving, with notable contributions to understanding work-family conflict mitigation, healthcare worker spirituality, and the buffering effects of positive social exchanges in care settings. Her work bridges theoretical frameworks with actionable strategies for improving workplace environments and educational curricula. Her articles highlight trends in sustainability accountability through GRI/PRME reporting, leadership training outcomes, and marketing social enterprises. While no specific awards are listed, her extensive academic output demonstrates sustained contributions to business ethics and organizational behavior fields. Margaret advises on institutional programs and curriculum development at Sobey School of Business, contributing to SMU's strategic academic goals. Her research teams collaborate across disciplines to address contemporary challenges in business education and management practices.

• Sustainability
• Business Ethics
• Leadership Development
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Dr. Micheal L. Shier is a Professor and Associate Dean, Academic at the Factor-Inwentash Faculty of Social Work, University of Toronto. He holds the Canada Research Chair in Social Innovation and Social Entrepreneurship in the Human Services. His academic journey includes a Ph.D. in Social Welfare from the University of Pennsylvania, an MSW from the University of Calgary, and a B.A. in Political Science from the University of Lethbridge. Dr. Shier’s research focuses on optimizing social service delivery through social innovation, nonprofit leadership, and trauma-informed organizational practices. His work addresses equity, workplace safety, and for-profit market activities within nonprofit sectors. He leads initiatives such as the Certificate in Human Services Management and Leadership and directs the MSW program at the Faculty. His research has been recognized through awards like the Early Researcher Award (2017–2022) and grants from the Government of Ontario and SSHRC. Dr. Shier collaborates with organizations to evaluate social innovation strategies and has published extensively on nonprofit dynamics, social entrepreneurship, and organizational safety. Education: Ph.D., Social Welfare, University of Pennsylvania MSW, University of Calgary Bachelor of Social Work, University of Calgary Bachelor of Arts in Political Science, University of Lethbridge Key Roles: Associate Dean, Academic (2025–present) Canada Research Chair (2022–present) MSW Program Director (2021–2025) His work bridges academia and practice, emphasizing partnerships between nonprofits and governments to drive social change. Dr. Shier’s research has informed policies on trauma-informed care, workplace safety, and social enterprise models.

• Social Innovation
• Social Entrepreneurship
• Nonprofit Organizations
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Minjoon Lee is an Associate Professor , Ph.D. Program Supervisor, and Vice Chair of the Department of Economics at Carleton University. He holds a B.A. and M.A. from a university in Korea and a Ph.D. from the University of Michigan. His research focuses on macroeconomics, household finance, and computational economics, with expertise in portfolio choice, heterogeneous-agent DSGE models, quantitative methods, and survey methodology. He currently serves in leadership roles within the department and faculty. Education: B.A. (Korea) M.A. (Korea) Ph.D. (University of Michigan) Research Interests: Dr. Lee’s work explores household financial decision-making, including portfolio allocation across life stages, cognitive decline’s impact on financial well-being, and long-term care policy implications. His computational models address heterogeneous-agent dynamics and fiscal uncertainty effects. Recent studies highlight pandemic-driven changes in nursing home preferences and the role of job flexibility in extending work life for older Americans. Advising & Grants: As a Ph.D. supervisor, he guides graduate research in macroeconomics and household finance. While no specific grants are highlighted, his research has been published in top-tier journals such as the American Economic Review: Insights and the Journal of Empirical Finance . Labs/Teams: No specific lab affiliations are mentioned, though his collaborative work involves interdisciplinary teams addressing public policy and economic behavior challenges.

• Macroeconomics
• Household Finance
• Computational Economics
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