Anil Arora
About Anil Arora
Anil Arora is a Program Officer at Crown Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada, where he conducts research and prepares policy briefs on the future of protein. He holds a Master of Science in Environmental Sustainability from the University of Ottawa and has a strong interest in sustainable food systems and food security.
Work at Government of Canada
Anil Arora currently serves as a Program Officer at Crown Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada, a position he has held since 2019. In this role, he conducts research and prepares policy briefs focusing on the future of protein, addressing topics such as ethics, welfare, culinary change, and innovation in the agri-food sector. Prior to this, he worked as a Clean Energy Program Assistant in the same department for seven months in 2018. His work contributes to policy development related to nutrition and health within the agri-food sector.
Education and Expertise
Anil Arora holds a Master of Science in Environmental Sustainability from the University of Ottawa, which he completed from 2017 to 2019. He also earned a Bachelor of Arts in Criminology from the University of Toronto, studying from 2012 to 2017. His academic background supports his keen interest in sustainable food systems and food security, particularly in relation to climate change and biodiversity.
Background
Anil Arora began his career in public service as a Student Border Services Officer with the Canada Border Services Agency in 2016, where he worked for three months in the Toronto area. His experience in various roles within the Government of Canada has provided him with a diverse skill set and understanding of policy development and research.
Research and Policy Development
In his current role, Anil Arora engages in research that informs policy development related to nutrition and health within the agri-food sector. His focus on the future of protein encompasses critical areas such as ethics, welfare, and innovation, reflecting his commitment to addressing contemporary issues in food systems.
Current Research Assistant Role
Alongside his position at Crown Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada, Anil Arora has been working as a Research Assistant at the University of Ottawa since 2019. This role allows him to further his research interests and contribute to academic discussions on sustainability and food security.