معرفی
Mehdi Ghafouri is a Professor of Humanities at Vanier College, Montreal, and a registered Heritage Architect in Quebec since 1987. He holds degrees including a B.Sc. (McGill, 1978), B.Arch. (McGill, 1980), M. Bldg. Eng. (Concordia, 1984), PhD Comprehensive Exam (Université de Montréal, 1995), and M.A. (Concordia, 2012).
Education:
- B.Sc. in Engineering, McGill University (1978)
- Bachelor of Architecture, McGill University (1980)
- Masters in Building Engineering, Concordia University (1984)
- PhD Comprehensive Exam, Université de Montréal (1995)
- Masters in Arts, Concordia University (2012)
Research Focus: Heritage conservation, urban heritage preservation, community-based heritage practices, and policy development. His work emphasizes participatory approaches to heritage management, particularly in Montreal’s Milton Park neighborhood, where he has been active in housing co-ops and community development since the late 1970s.
Professional Roles:
- Former Commissioner of Quebec Heritage Council (1993–2008)
- Founding Vice President of Montreal Heritage Council (2003–2005)
- Board member and President of Scientific Council, ICOMOS Canada
- Independent heritage consultant and advisor
Community Engagement: Active in housing cooperatives (1980–2000), founding member of the Milton Park Community Development Association, and Montreal Ecology Centre. His work bridges academic research, policy advocacy, and grassroots activism.
