Jon MacDonald

Biography:

After completing my Honours Bachelor of Environmental Studies and Earth Science in 2005 at Lakehead University, I moved to Alberta and practiced as a professional hydrogeologist for 15 years. During this time, I provided environmental consulting services to oil and gas companies in Alberta in areas of contaminant hydrogeology for assessment, remediation, reclamation, and risk management. Recently (2022), I completed a Horticulture Diploma through the University of Guelph and my Master of Sustainability (Regenerative) through the University of Saskatchewan. In my spare time I like to be with family outside, work on hobbies, and learn new skills.

Research Area:

Sustainable food systems as they relate to wetlands and agriculture. Social feedbacks, leverage points, and transformation. Nature-positive transformations in Canadian Prairie food production systems.

Research Interests:

I am interested in sustainable food systems; social and system transformations; wetlands; agriculture; recreation ecology. I am currently developing my research program under the umbrellas of ResNet and Solutionscapes projects.

Contact:

Twitter: @jonnywhoop

IG: @jonnyjonnywhoop

LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/jon-macdonald-034a3b132