معرفی
Iryna Khovrenkov is an Associate Professor at the Johnson Shoyama Graduate School of Public Policy, University of Regina, specializing in economics and quantitative research. Her work focuses on charity and nonprofit finance, philanthropy dynamics, and government policies affecting Canada's foundation sector.
- Education:
- PhD in Economics, McMaster University
- MA in Economics, University of Alberta
- BA (Honours) in Economics, University of Alberta
Her research examines the economic behavior of nonprofits, including foundation disbursement rates, tax policy implications for charitable giving, and the role of administrative data in policy development. She has contributed to international conferences and publications on these topics.
Recent works include analyzing the 3.5% asset disbursement rate for Canadian foundations (2014), investigating the relationship between foundation giving and private donations (2019), and exploring social impact bonds in Canada (2018). These publications span economics, public finance, and nonprofit sector studies.
Scientific Awards:
- McMaster University Graduate and Research Scholarship (2009-2012)
- University of Toronto Fellowship (2007-2009)
- Gold Achievement Award, Alberta Ministry of Finance (2006-2007)
Her grants include SSHRC funding for partnership development (2014-2017), insight grants (2018-2022), and multiple Cohort Development Grants from the University of Regina. She actively advises PhD and MPP students in areas of philanthropy, wellbeing metrics, and public finance.
