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Tammy Schirle is a Professor of Economics at Wilfrid Laurier University, located within the Lazaridis School of Business and Economics. Her research focuses on labour economics, public economics, and the economics of aging and gender, with particular emphasis on Canadian policy implications. She has co-authored the textbook Labour Market Economics and frequently addresses topics such as retirement decisions, caregiving roles, and health economics.
Her work explores how public policies influence retirement choices, gender dynamics in the workforce, and the financial well-being of seniors. Recent research includes analyses of age-earnings profiles across Canadian provinces, the impact of minimum wage policies, and the design of income support programs like the Canada Pension Plan (CPP) and Old Age Security (OAS).
In her Substack blog, she discusses contemporary issues such as the Grocery Rebate, CPP/OAS benefits, and poverty measurement. Her articles reflect a focus on evidence-based policy analysis, emphasizing real-world applications of economic principles.
Despite her extensive publications, no specific scientific awards are mentioned in the provided texts. Her advising and grants sections remain unpopulated, though her active research agenda suggests ongoing collaborative projects. No specific lab or team affiliations are detailed.
