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Joanne Heritz is an Adjunct Professor of Political Science at Brock University and a Research Associate at the Niagara Community Observatory. She holds a Ph.D. in Comparative Public Policy from McMaster University, an M.A. and B.A. in Political Science from Brock University, and an MISt from the University of Toronto. Her research focuses on public policy, public administration, and Canadian Studies, with an emphasis on urban Indigenous peoples in Canada, marginalized minorities in policy processes, and urban governance. She has conducted community-driven research on housing crises and food security in Niagara.
Education:
- Ph.D.: Comparative Public Policy, McMaster University
- MISt: University of Toronto
- M.A.: Political Science, Brock University
- B.A. (Honours): Political Science, Brock University
Research interests include addressing the housing crisis in Canada through community partnerships with Indigenous communities and analyzing how rising housing costs impact food security in Niagara. Her work often bridges academic research with practical policy solutions, emphasizing Indigenous inclusion and municipal governance. Recent publications explore municipal-Indigenous relations and urban policy frameworks across Canadian regions.
Her publications highlight trends in community-engaged research, comparative policy analysis, and urban governance challenges. Courses taught span local government, public policy, Indigenous politics, and public sector management. She collaborates closely with the Niagara Community Observatory to produce policy briefs addressing regional socio-economic issues.
