Current Research

My work is informed by my professional experiences working across the public and private energy sector, in the mining industry, and in public policy. My use of mixed methods reflects this experience in both the natural and social sciences. I use both quantitative and qualitative sociological methods and enjoy experimenting with new techniques. I am committed to incorporating critical methodologies across my scholarship.

Sunset over a partially frozen body of water with a sandy shoreline and distant trees on the horizon.

Sunset over Lac La Martre on the shore of Whatì

As demand grows to fortify critical mineral supply chains, places like the NWT will increasingly be in the public spotlight. This current project centers on ensuring these potential developments serve the people and communities who will be most impacted.

A woman sitting on a large rock beside a river in a forested landscape, enjoying the view of the water and trees in the sunlight.

Cameron Falls, NWT

Person standing in snowy landscape with pine trees and sunset in the background.

12:00 pm in Wekweètì

Frozen river surrounded by evergreen trees and rocky terrain under a clear blue sky.

May 2023: Tin Can Park- Yellowknife NWT, Canada

For the last four years, I have had the privilege of working alongside the Tłı̨chǫ people whose traditional territory is in what is now referred to as the Northwest Territories, Canada. During this time, our work together has focused on the impacts of mining on Tłı̨chǫ communities, the effectiveness of previous impact assessment processes to adequately anticipate and mitigate impacts, and what the future looks like for Tłı̨chǫ with respect to climate change impacts on the land and renewed domestic interest in critical minerals near Tłı̨chǫ lands.

A waterfall cascading over a rocky cliff with patches of snow, surrounded by pine trees under a clear blue sky.

Nàı̨lı̨ı̨ (Whati water falls)

Sunset over snow-covered trees and lake with a colorful sky.

Sunrise in Wekweètì