Hélène Day Fraser

Hélène Day Fraser is an Associate Professor affiliated with the Ian Gillespie Faculty of Design + Dynamic Media and the Jake Kerr Faculty of Graduate Studies at Emily Carr University of Art + Design. Her academic roles integrate design, research, and education, with a focus on textiles, garments, and sustainable practices.

Her research explores sustainability, digital technologies in design, craft traditions, and generative systems. Notable initiatives include the cloTHING(s) as Conversation project and co-founding the Material Matters Research Center. She contributes to global networks like the DESIS Lab, International Local Wisdom Network, and Brooklyn Fashion + Design Accelerator.

Her work has received funding from SSHRC, NSERC, GRAND-ADNODE, and Emily Carr’s President’s Research Fund. Though no specific publications are listed, her research is disseminated through international design conferences and symposiums.

She holds interests in gardening, philosophy, theatre, yoga, and skiing, reflecting a holistic approach to creative practice and interdisciplinary inquiry.