The Centre on Governance extends its warmest and most heartfelt congratulations to Sébastien Girard Lindsay, who has been awarded the University of Ottawa’s prestigious Governor General’s Gold Medal—an honour reserved for the most outstanding academic accomplishments at the graduate level. This distinction was granted in recognition of his remarkable doctoral thesis entitled:
“From the Construction of Convenience to the Governance of Ecocides – Understanding the Redeployment of Industrial Ethics in Eeyou Istchee James Bay: The Case of the Principale Mine in Chibougamau.”
Through his research, Sébastien has demonstrated a profound commitment to advancing knowledge in the humanities, offering critical insights into the intersections of industrial development, ethics, and environmental governance in a deeply significant Indigenous context. His work exemplifies scholarly excellence and contributes meaningfully to both academic and societal conversations on sustainability and justice.
This well-deserved recognition is a testament to Sébastien’s dedication, intellectual rigour, and the impactful nature of his contributions.