Rural Development

Rural Sustainable Livelihoods

Learn more about this initiative in partnerships with the North Atlantic Forum and the Canadian Rural Revitalization Foundation.

Addressing Labour Shortages through Newcomer Attraction

Learn how rural communities are addressing labour shortages

International Agricultural Workers and Housing

Learn more about this initiative examining housing, planning, and international agricultural workers in Ontario

08
Jan

Helps’ PhD Available Online

Louis Helps' Rural Studies PhD dissertation titled "Migrant Stories, Industry Narratives: A Critical Discourse Analysis on Migrant Labour in Canadian Agriculture" is now available online!

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02
Jan

January 2026 Updates

The January 2026 newsletter contains updates to graduate students working with Prof. Gibson and recent alumni. This newsletter shares information about academic programs updates, celebrates re...

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19
Dec

Natasha D’Souza Successfully Defends PhD

Congratulations to Natasha D'Souza for successfully defending her Rural Studies PhD dissertation titled “Space, Place and Power: Case Study of Highly Skilled Talent and Governance Dynamics in Th...

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16
Dec

Webinar: Mobilizing Knowledge for Stronger Rural Futures

The Canadian Rural Revitalization Foundation recently hosted a webinar as part of the New Researcher Forum series titled "Mobilizing Knowledge for Stronger Rural Futures". Prof. Ryan Gibson explored w

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