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I’m Ahmad Alkanatri, an economic researcher and data analyst based in Montreal. I bring 8+ years of experience in research, teaching, and data analysis, with a track record of turning data into actionable insights for policy and business. I enjoy working across the data workflow—from data integration and cleaning in R and SAS to visualization, project management, and cross‑functional collaboration. I thrive in fast‑paced environments, value attention to detail, and love sharing knowledge with colleagues.
My background spans academia, government research, and industry, where I’ve worked on health, labor, and economic data analyses. I’m proficient with data visualization and software tooling, comfortable in both collaborative and independent settings, and always eager to learn new skills and technologies. I’m fluent in English, French, and Arabic, with a collaborative mindset and a results‑oriented approach to solving complex problems.
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Work Experience
Analyst at Statistics Canada, Centre for Special Business Projects (CSBP)
February 1, 2025 - PresentData analysis, data visualization, and support for the Industry Cluster Mapping Project in the Business Data Lab; produced heatmaps identifying and mapping industry clusters across Canada.
Analyst at Centre for Special Business Projects (CSBP), Statistics Canada
February 1, 2025 - PresentData analysis, visualization, and support for the Industry Cluster Mapping Project in the Business Data Lab. Produced heatmaps using R to identify and map industry clusters across Canada and supported development of interactive data viewers.
Analyst at Statistics Canada, Centre for Direct Health Measures (CDHM)
April 1, 2023 - February 28, 2025Led the transition from SAS to R by translating QA/QC programs and initiating a GitHub project to manage R programs; contributed to digital respondent portal planning, project management planning in Jira, analysis of CHMS and MEC respondent rates, and explored AI applications in survey design and data validation (HECS-ABC).
Analyst at Centre for Direct Health Measures (CDHM), Statistics Canada
April 1, 2023 - February 1, 2025Led the transition from SAS to R, translating QA/QC programs and initiating a GitHub project to manage R code. Contributed to the CDHM digital respondent portal planning, project structuring in Jira, analysis of CHMS and MEC respondent rates, and exploration of AI applications in survey design and data collection. Supported validation and replication of HECS-ABC data tables for Health Canada and participated in MEC application testing.
Teacher (Sales & Business Courses) at Marguerite-Bourgeoys School Board (CSMB), Montreal
June 1, 2021 - December 1, 2021Taught vocational sales and business courses; prepared advising materials and course materials; supported students in career guidance and program selection.
Teacher specializing in vocational training (Sales - advice) at Marguerite-Bourgeoys School Board (CSMB)
June 1, 2021 - December 1, 2021Teaching sales and business courses.
Teacher specializing in vocational training (Sales -advice) at Marguerite-Bourgeoys School Board (CSMB)
June 1, 2021 - December 1, 2021Taught sales and business courses and provided vocational training guidance.
Research and Teaching Assistant at Department of Economics, Concordia University
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2021Supported teaching and research activities, prepared presentations and course materials, and coordinated with instructors and students on economics-related coursework and research projects.
Operations Manager / Financial & Database Administrator at Canada Gate Inc., Montreal
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2015Automated workflows and expanded client database; created multilingual forms to improve data capture; established communications templates and rigorous follow-up systems; managed daily financial, accounting, and administrative operations.
Operations Manager / Financial & Database Administrator at Canada Gate Inc.
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2015Automated workflows to minimize errors, expanded the client database, designed multilingual intake forms, established email templates, and implemented a rigorous follow-up system to ensure deadline adherence and data quality. Managed financial, accounting, and HR tasks, supported government communications, and maintained secure data storage and access.
Academic Advisor at Go Canada for Immigration Services, Montreal
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2013Advised students on information, procedures, and academic requirements; assisted with career exploration and goal setting; prepared advising materials and recruitment materials.
Academic Advisor at Go Canada for Immigration Services
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2013Advised students on information, procedures, and academic requirements; assisted with career exploration, goal setting, and admissions applications; prepared advising materials and recruitment materials.
Research Assistant at UQAM (Université du Québec À Montréal)
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2012Researched international trade deflection, applied gravity models, and supported data extraction and regression analysis using STATA.
Accountant and HR Coordinator at Syrian Modern Cables (S.M.C.), Damascus
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2008Contributed to internal audit, automation of accounting tasks, and HR coordination; supported procurement and reporting.
Accountant and HR coordinator at Syrian Modern Cables (S.M.C)
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2008Handled accounting tasks, internal auditing, ERP automation, and HR coordination.
Teaching Assistant at Damascus University
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2009Taught Economics and International Economic Relations courses, assisted with coursework and student support.
Unit Head (Local Tenders, Legal & Financial Affairs) at Public Establishment for Distribution and Exploitation of Electrical Energy (PEDEEE), Damascus
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2007Managed tenders, bank guarantees, and legal/financial matters; drafted policy-related documents and proposals; coordinated with contractors and stakeholders.
Unit Head (Local Tenders, Legal & Financial Affairs) at Public Establishment for Distribution and Exploitation of Electrical Energy (PEDEEE)
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2007Prepared legal documents and tender materials, supervised bank guarantees, participated in bid evaluation, and represented the Contracts Directorate on several committees.
Database Administrator at PEDEEE, Damascus
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2006Managed contracts automation and tender processes; ensured data quality and secure data storage.
Database Administrator at Public Establishment for Distribution and Exploitation of Electrical Energy (PEDEEE)
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2006Managed contracts database automation, monitored and approved workflow changes, ensured data quality and accessibility.
Accountant at Plasticana Co., Damascus
January 1, 2003 - December 31, 2003Participated in automating work processes and accounting tasks; supported financial administration.
Accountant at Plasticana Co.
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2003Participated in automating accounting tasks and maintaining financial records.
Education
PhD (All But Dissertation) in Economics at Concordia University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2021M.A., Economics at UQAM (Université du Québec À Montréal)
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2012Graduate Diploma, International Economic Relations at Damascus University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2008Bachelor of Economics at Damascus University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2006Apprenticeship Diploma in Computer Science at Damascus University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2002PhD (All But Dissertation) in Economics at Concordia University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2021M.A., Economics at Université du Québec À Montréal (UQAM)
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2012Graduate Diploma, International Economic Relations at Damascus University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2008Bachelor of Economics at Damascus University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2006Apprenticeship Diploma in Computer Science at Damascus University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2002PhD (All But Dissertation) in Economics at Concordia University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2021M.A., Economics at Université du Québec À Montréal (UQAM)
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2012Graduate Diploma, International Economic Relations at Damascus University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2008Bachelor of Economics at Damascus University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2006Apprenticeship Diploma in Computer Science at Damascus University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2002Qualifications
Quantitative Impact Assessment (QIA) Workshop
January 11, 2030 - December 30, 2025Business Economic and Statistics Training (BEST)
January 11, 2030 - December 30, 2025Statistical Analysis of Survey Data - Module 1
January 11, 2030 - December 30, 2025Survey Skills Exploration Skills (SSEC)
January 11, 2030 - December 30, 2025Introduction to Record Linkage
January 11, 2030 - December 30, 2025Disaggregated Data Analytical Workshop
January 11, 2030 - December 30, 2025Analysis 101: Steps of the Analytical Process
January 11, 2030 - December 30, 2025Data Navigator (DN)
January 11, 2030 - December 30, 2025Quantitative Impact Assessment (QIA) Workshop
January 11, 2030 - December 30, 2025Business Economic and Statistics Training (BEST)
January 11, 2030 - December 30, 2025Statistical Analysis of Survey Data - Module 1
January 11, 2030 - December 30, 2025Survey Skills Exploration Skills (SSEC)
January 11, 2030 - December 30, 2025Introduction to Record Linkage
January 11, 2030 - December 30, 2025Industry Experience
Government, Education, Healthcare, Professional Services, Software & Internet, Media & Entertainment
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