Marleen Morris

Marleen Morris is an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Geography, Earth, and Environmental Sciences at The University of Northern British Columbia (UNBC). She co-directs the Community Development Institute (CDI) at UNBC and focuses on community and regional development dynamics.

• Education: MSc (HEC and Oxford University), BA (University of British Columbia)

Her research emphasizes multi-sectorial collaboration, leadership, and trust in regional transformation processes. She investigates economic diversification in resource-dependent communities, community engagement strategies, housing challenges, service provision in rural areas, and the impacts of rotational/mobile workforces on communities.

As Co-Director of the Community Development Institute, she contributes to interdisciplinary initiatives addressing sustainable community development and industry-community relationships for workforce accommodation.