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Experts on 2026 federal budget

By University of Victoria

The following University of Victoria (UVic) experts are available to media for comment on the upcoming federal budget, which is expected to be tabled on Nov. 5.

Katya Rhodes (Public Administration, Institute for Integrated Energy Systems) is an energy policy expert and Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change Lead Author who investigates effective and publicly acceptable pathways for decarbonizing Canada’s energy system and growing clean economy. With respect to the federal budget, she can discuss climate-energy transition policies and projects. Email: [email protected].

Estair Van Wagner (Law) is an expert in property law, housing and homelessness. She is available to discuss student housing, including housing affordability, access to adequate housing, and the legal and policy issues affecting housing for post-secondary students. Email: [email protected].

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