Gateway Centre of Excellence in Rural Health is thrilled to welcome Leith Deacon to their team, as the Research Chair of Rural Resiliency.
Leith’s focus aligns with Gateway’s mission to promote health equity and improve quality of life among rural residents through research, education, and communication.
Deacon is currently an Assistant Professor in Rural Planning and Development in the School of Environmental Design and Rural Development at the University of Guelph. He is a full member of the Canadian Institute of Planners (CIP) and a Registered Professional Planner (RPP).