Ariane Cantin

Ariane Cantin is an Assistant Professor and Associate Head of Undergraduate Programs in the Department of Biological Sciences at the University of Calgary. She holds a PhD in Ecology from the University of Calgary (2018), an MSc in Aquatic Ecology from Université du Québec à Montréal (2009), and a BSc from Université de Montréal (2007).

Her research program examines aquatic community ecology, conservation biology, and quantitative methods, with emphasis on trout population dynamics, invasive species impacts, and ecosystem management. She teaches courses including Principles of Ecology, Quantitative Biology, and Aquatic Ecosystems.

Recent publications focus on conservation assessment techniques for endangered trout populations, threats to salmonids in mountain ecosystems, and habitat-driven population modeling. Her research integrates field studies with advanced statistical approaches to address pressing conservation challenges.

Awards include the Faculty of Science Educational Leadership Award (2023) and Teaching Excellence Early Career Award (2022) recognizing innovative pedagogy and curriculum development.