OFFICE of RESEARCH SERVICES
Canada Research Chairs
The Canada Research Chairs (CRC) program was established by the Government of Canada in 2000 with the goal of attracting and retaining world-class researchers to promote academic research excellence in Canadian post-secondary institutions.
Our current chairs are Dr. Farzan Baradaran Rahimi and Dr. Marielle Papin.
Dr. baradaran Rahimi’s research
Dr. Papin’s research
The Canada Research Chair program requires institutions with fewer than five chairs to publish information related to the management of their chair allocations, in accordance with their public accountability and transparency requirements. Institutions are also required to adhere to equity, diversity and inclusion guidelines. Learn more about MacEwan’s requirements, commitments and practices.
Past Canada Research Chairs
Dr. Kristopher Wells
Tier 2 Canada Research Chair
Public Understanding of Sexual and Gender Minority Youth Issues
Dr. Kristopher Wells’ research focused on three key areas to support the public understanding of sexual and gender minority youth: investigating and advocating for inclusive and responsive policies; developing equitable, evidence-informed practices; and encouraging the full and equitable participation of 2SLGBTQ+ youth in all aspects of Canadian society.
Dr. Leanne Hedberg
Tier 2 Canada Research Chair
Social Entrepreneurship in Disadvantaged and Marginalized Communities
Dr. Leanne Hedberg’s research focused on three key areas to advance social innovation for marginalized and disadvantaged communities: exploring cross-sector collaborations; supporting inclusive entrepreneurship; and fostering sustainable, community-driven organizational practices.