GVCdtLab was born out of the need for a holistic, dynamic view of economic activity and to close evidence gaps in economic and transportation policy. At the heart of our approach lies the use of data science to help decision-makers understand the complexities of interconnected economies.

GVCdtLab is an initiative by CIRANO, a nonprofit research organization, created in 2023 to develop research-based solutions that address the divide in trade and transportation data, particularly in the St. Lawrence – Great Lakes region. The lab brings together academics, researchers and policy makers who apply cross-disciplinary data science methods to develop original data, indicators and measures that improve supply chain visibility across commodities and modes.

The SLGL dataHub is our first project, showcasing the role of digital twins by integrating myriad data streams on trade and transportation to dynamically visualize shifting networks of interconnectedness beyond political borders.

With a change in perspective, we can better navigate the complexities of globalization in an increasingly uncertain world.

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Supporting sustainable development

Our overarching research agenda aligns with the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 9, SDG 12 and SDG 13. Our aim is to bolster policymaking as governments take action in the broader context of transport infrastructure investments, effective utilization of resources and action against climate change. Through our efforts, we strive to create a lasting positive impact, advancing the well-being of communities and contributing to a sustainable future for the benefit of all.

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Meet our people

GVCdtLab is built on a foundation of multidisciplinary collaboration, uniting experts from diverse fields to address the most pressing economic and transportation issues in the bi-national St. Lawrence – Great Lakes region. Our lab brings together economists, transportation engineers, data scientists and policy experts to create innovative solutions that enable data-driven decision making.

Thierry Warin
Principal Investigator

Martin Trépanier
Co-Principal Investigator

Molivann Panot
Project Director

Ingrid Peignier
Senior Director of Partnerships and Research Valorization

Aïchata Kone
Research Professional

Jeremy Schneider
Research Professional

Bilal Siddika
Research Professional

Lucien Chaffa
Postdoctoral Fellow

Igor Sadoune
Postdoctoral Fellow

Adam Touré
Postdoctoral Fellow

Past team members

Sarah Elimam, Academic Partnerships and Special Projects
Thibault Senegas, Data Scientist

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Executive committee

Nathalie de Marcellis-Warin
CEO – CIRANO

Christian Dea
Chief Economist – Transport Canada

Lindsay Robles
Director – Canadian Centre on Transportation Data

Martin Trépanier
Director – CIRRELT

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Scientific committee

Loubna Benabbou
Researcher

Julien Martin
CIRANO Researcher and Fellow

Martin Trépanier
Researcher

Thierry Warin
CIRANO Researcher and Fellow

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Affiliated researchers

Lucian Cernat
CIRANO Associate Researcher and Fellow

Nathalie de Marcellis-Warin
CIRANO Researcher and Fellow

Alain Dudoit
CIRANO Invited Fellow
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Marcelin Joanis
CIRANO Researcher and Fellow

Patrick Leblond
CIRANO Researcher and Fellow

Florian Mayneris
CIRANO Researcher and Fellow

Jean-Philippe Meloche
CIRANO Researcher and Fellow

Stéphane Paquin
CIRANO Researcher

Dalibor Stevanovic
CIRANO Researcher and Fellow

Ari Van Assche
CIRANO Researcher and Fellow

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Our partners

This initiative has been made possible through funding from Transport Canada’s National Trade Corridors Fund, complemented by grants from other provincial programs and partners.