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Michael Smart is a Professor in the Department of Economics at the University of Toronto. He holds a Ph.D. from Stanford University (1995), an M.A. from the University of British Columbia (1988), and a B.A. from McGill University (1986). His research focuses on public economics, with a particular emphasis on tax policy, fiscal reform, and international taxation. He has contributed to influential studies on topics like tax havens, income redistribution, and the economic impacts of taxation systems.
Key honors include the John C. Polanyi Prize in Economic Science (1999) and the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation Dissertation Fellowship (1995). Professor Smart teaches courses such as Econ 2600, emphasizing critical analysis of tax and fiscal policies. His work bridges theoretical research and practical policy evaluation, addressing issues like the efficiency costs of tax policies and the equitable distribution of fiscal burdens.
- Education:
- Ph.D., Economics, Stanford University, 1995
- M.A., Economics, University of British Columbia, 1988
- B.A., Economics, McGill University, 1986
- Awards:
- John C. Polanyi Prize in Economic Science (1999)
- Alfred P. Sloan Foundation Dissertation Fellowship (1995)
His research integrates microeconomic theory with empirical analysis to assess tax system impacts on behavior, equity, and economic efficiency. Recent work explores pandemic wage subsidies, income tax elasticity, and the role of automobiles in socioeconomic mobility. He is affiliated with the Finances of the Nation project, examining fiscal challenges in Canada and globally.
