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David A. Robertson
ContributorParenting columnistWinnipeg

David A. Robertson is a parenting columnist for The Globe. He is a Canadian author, editor, and columnist with expertise in Indigenous storytelling, literacy, education, and community-centred leadership.

David is the editorial director of Swift Water Books, an imprint of Penguin Random House Canada, and the author of numerous acclaimed books for young readers and adults, including The Theory of Crows, The Misewa Saga, and When We Were Alone. His writing frequently explores identity, intergenerational learning, and what it means to live a good life.

10

Years in Journalism

Education

Creative Writing at Red River College, 2002

Indigenous Studies, University of Manitoba, 2001

Bachelor of Arts, English, University of Winnipeg, 1999

Honours & Awards

Honorary Doctor of Laws, University of Lethbridge

Two-time Governor General's Literary Award Winner

TD Canadian Children's Literature Award

Freedom to Read Award

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