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Dr. Louis-Robert Beaulieu-Guay is an Assistant Professor at the Johnson Shoyama Graduate School of Public Policy, University of Saskatchewan. His work bridges public administration, Canadian governance, and data science, focusing on how information and stakeholder interests shape policy formulation. He has held research positions at Université Laval, McGill University, and the Office de Consultation Publique de Montréal, and has consulted for the Canada School of Public Service.
- Education: PhD in Political Science (Université de Montréal), MSc in Economics and Agricultural Economics (McGill University), BA in Political Science and Economics (Université de Montréal).
His research critically examines public consultation processes, challenging assumptions that they are either futile or dominated by corporate interests. He investigates how administrators collect, process, and integrate information, with a particular emphasis on science-policy interfaces and stakeholder dynamics. Recent work includes analyzing epidemiological projections during the pandemic and the coexistence of scientific and traditional ecological knowledge in federal impact assessments.
Key trends in his publications include the application of text mining and natural language processing to regulatory data, comparative policy analysis, and quantitative evaluations of stakeholder influence. His studies often intersect Canadian governance structures, regulatory frameworks, and data-driven policy tools.
Scientific awards include:
- Insight Development Grant (SSHRC, 2025-2027)
- Mention of Excellence for doctoral dissertation (Université de Montréal, 2023)
- Doctoral Fellowship (SSHRC, 2020-2022)
He accepts applications from MPP students (2026 intake) in areas such as science/expertise in public policy, Canadian regulation, public consultation, and natural language processing.
