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Research Chairs

NPSIA is proud to be home to three prestigious research chairs that advance scholarship and policy in international affairs. These positions support cutting-edge research and enrich the academic experience for our students.

Simon Reisman Chair

The Simon Reisman Chair in Trade Policy honours the career of an exemplary Canadian public servant and trade negotiator. Although Simon Reisman is best known …

William and Jeanie Barton Chair

The William and Jeanie Barton Chair in International Affairs at NPSIA was established in 2008 as a result of a $3 million gift from William …

The Paterson Chair

The Paterson Chair in international affairs is named after Senator Norman McLeod Paterson, whose generous grant led to the establishment of NPSIA. Reflecting Senator Paterson’s …

Current Chairs

Meredith Lilly

  • Professor and Simon Reisman Chair

Valerie Percival

  • Professor, Barton Chair

Stephen M. Saideman

  • Paterson Chair in International Affairs

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