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Chris combines research, teaching, and law reform law practice focusing on environmental and climate resource governance issues for a broad range of clients, including Indigenous governments, businesses, community conservation organizations, and public interest advocates. He is a Professor of Law at the University of Victoria, where he co-authors Canada’s leading environmental law textbook and participates actively in law reform work that is regularly cited in courts and tribunals. Chris is a pioneer in public interest environmental clinical education and has established the UVic Environmental Law Centre, serving as its founding executive director. His scholarship includes significant contributions to literature on environmental regulation and governance, with selected publications in leading legal journals. Throughout his career, he has led various significant legal initiatives aimed at ensuring justice and representation for Indigenous populations and addressing climate change issues. He is passionate about providing legal opportunities for students and has participated in numerous high-profile legal cases focused on public interest and environmental law.
University of Victoria • Victoria, BC
Professor of Law with special focus on environmental and climate law.
Department: Department of Computer Science. GRE is highly recommended for international students.