Dr. Betsy Donald

Biography

Betsy Donald is a Professor in the Department of Geography and Planning at Queen’s University. She focuses on economic geography, particularly innovation, regional economic development, urban planning, governance, and sustainable food systems. Betsy has authored 50 publications, including articles in journals such as Economic Geography, Urban Studies, and Regional Studies. She has held visiting positions at institutions like Harvard University and the University of Cambridge. Betsy’s research interests encompass cities, food systems, and rural economies, with a strong emphasis on the spatial dimensions of socio-economic and political change in North America. Her work examines urban policy, food's role in local economies, and the impact of governance restructuring in major cities. Additionally, Betsy engages in consulting for planning projects, focusing on community economic development and the creative economy.

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