Dr. Emilie Cameron

Biography

Emilie Cameron is an Associate Professor in the Department of Geography and Environmental Studies at Carleton University. Her research engages with critical northern geographies, examining the intersections of colonialism, resource extraction, and environmental justice. Cameron's academic contributions span diverse topics such as Indigenous/non-Indigenous relations, land claims, and the socio-economic impacts of climate change. She has published extensively on the implications of political economy theory in the context of resource governance and environmental assessment, particularly in Northern Canada. Her work also addresses feminist and anti-racist perspectives within environmental studies, making significant contributions to discussions around Indigenous self-determination and knowledge production. Through her various publications, she explores the complexities of colonial legacies in contemporary geographies, advocating for more equitable approaches to environmental and social challenges in the Arctic and beyond.

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