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Gavin Fridell is a University Research Professor in Political Science and Global Development Studies at Saint Mary’s University. He holds a PhD in Political Science from York University and has served as the Canada Research Chair in International Development Studies (2012–2022). His research focuses on fair trade, free trade, psychoanalytic theory, and global political economy, with a recent emphasis on decarbonization and green trade. He is affiliated with the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives’ Trade and Investment Research Project (TIRP).
Education:
- PhD in Political Science, York University (2005)
- M.A. in World History, University of Manitoba (1998)
- B.Env. Design, Faculty of Architecture, University of Manitoba (1996)
Research Interests:
Dr. Fridell examines trade policy’s material and ideological dimensions, including global supply chains, climate change, and the unconscious desires driving economic behavior. Current projects explore green trade frameworks and the symbolic role of trade in capitalist modernity.
Awards:
- Canada Research Chair (2012–2022)
- Royal Society of Canada College of New Scholars (2015–2022)
Grants & Projects:
SSHRC-funded research on sustainable trade and psychoanalytic political economy. Collaborations include the CCPA’s TIRP on trade justice and climate policy.
Labs/Teams:
Active in the CCPA’s TIRP, contributing to reports on CUSMA/CUSMA environmental chapters and green trade policies.
