Sylvain Charlebois brings leading expertise in food policy and agri-food systems to the Frontier Centre for Public Policy
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April 2, 2026
WINNIPEG — The Frontier Centre for Public Policy is pleased to announce the appointment of Sylvain Charlebois, PhD, as a Senior Fellow.
Charlebois is a professor in the Faculties of Management and Agriculture at Dalhousie University in Halifax and one of Canada’s leading experts in food policy and supply chain management. He earned his doctorate in food distribution and policy from the University of Sherbrooke in 2005, following an MBA in agriculture and food safety from UQAM and a Bachelor of Administration from the Royal Military College.
Charlebois is widely recognized for his research on food systems, pricing, safety and security, as well as the economic forces shaping global food markets. As director of the Agri-Food Analytics Lab at Dalhousie University, he leads research on food affordability, sustainability and the impact of public policy on the agri-food sector.
Often referred to as “Canada’s Food Professor,” Charlebois has become a trusted voice on issues such as food inflation, supply chain disruptions, consumer behaviour and emerging trends in food production. His work bridges academic research and real-world policy challenges, informing both industry and government decision-making.
Over his academic career, Charlebois has received numerous honours, including Dalhousie University’s Researcher of the Year award and the Bill Braithwaite MBA Distinguished Professorial Award. He has also been recognized multiple times as professor of the year and for his contributions to teaching and research excellence.
“Dr. Sylvain Charlebois is one of Canada’s most respected voices on food policy and supply chains,” said David Leis, president and CEO of the Frontier Centre for Public Policy. “His expertise will strengthen our work on economic policy, food security and the future of Canada’s agri-food sector.”
Media availability
Sylvain Charlebois
Senior fellow
Frontier Centre for Public Policy
[email protected]
Charlebois is available for interviews and commentary on food policy, food inflation, supply chain management, agriculture, consumer behaviour and global food systems.
Media contact
Marco Navarro-Génie, PhD
Vice-president of research and policy
Frontier Centre for Public Policy
[email protected]
About the Frontier Centre for Public Policy
The Frontier Centre for Public Policy is an independent Canadian think-tank that conducts research and analysis on economic, social and public policy issues. Since 1999, it has published studies, commentaries and events promoting ideas for a freer and more prosperous society.
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