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Nicole Valois is a Full Professor at the Faculty of Urban Planning of Université de Montréal, holding a position within the School of Urban Planning and Landscape Architecture. Her research focuses on landscape heritage, modern urban design, and the role of drawing in architectural processes. She has led significant projects evaluating modern Canadian public spaces and contributed to preserving iconic landscapes like Expo 67 sites.
Valois has degrees including a Baccalauréat in Landscape Architecture (1986) and a DEA in Gardens, Landscapes, and Territories (1994) from Université de Montréal and Paris La Villette School of Architecture. She has held administrative roles such as coordinating the Land|Terre Design Research Network and chairing thesis committees in her department.
Her awards include the Gunter Scoch Bursary for her work on Expo 67 heritage and the AAPQ Excellence Award for the restoration of the Olmsted Bridge on Mount Royal. She sits on professional councils like the Montréal Heritage Council and has organized international colloquia on landscape architecture and cultural heritage.
Valois’ research integrates interdisciplinary approaches, blending design theory with historical analysis. Recent works explore the history of landscape education in Canada and the role of drawing in project development. Her projects often involve collaborations with municipalities and NGOs to enhance urban resilience and heritage preservation.
