Martin Fortier

Martin Fortier is Associate Vice-President for Internationalization and for the Valorization of Research, Creation, and Innovation at Université Laval, where he helps shape the institution’s strategic directions in research and innovation. A researcher and administrator recognized for his leadership in northern research, he served from 2004 to 2022 as Executive Director of ArcticNet and Sentinelle Nord, the two largest research programs of Université Laval. He also co-founded the Prix Inspiration Arctique, Canada’s largest annual prize, which supports innovation and leadership in northern communities. In recognition of his achievements, the Royal Canadian Geographical Society awarded him the Martin Bergmann Medal in 2017.