John Meligrana

John Meligrana is an Associate Professor in the School of Urban and Regional Planning and Department of Geography and Planning at Queen's University, within the Faculty of Arts and Science. He holds a BA from the University of Toronto, an MPL from Queen's University, and a PhD from Simon Fraser University. His research focuses on two main areas: local government institutions and urban growth, particularly municipal boundary changes, and environmental management/urban planning in China. He collaborates with Fudan University and China's Ministry of Land and Resources, coordinating student exchange programs and training initiatives.

Education:

• BA – University of Toronto
• MPL – Queen's University
• PhD – Simon Fraser University

Research Interests:

• Local government reform and urban development
• Rural-urban fringe dynamics and municipal boundary politics
• Environmental management and urban planning in China
• Public participation in urban planning
• Water quality and urbanization relationships

Professional Contributions:

• Manages student exchange programs with Fudan University and China's Ministry of Land and Resources
• Coordinates annual land use planning training for Chinese officials
• Consulting experience with public/private sector projects

Affiliations:

• Member of the Canadian Institute of Planners (MCIP)
• Registered Professional Planner (RPP)