Australian in origin, he also holds Doctoral and Masters degrees from Université Laval (Québec, Canada) and a Bachelors degree in Forestry Science from the Australian National University. His research work focus on issues of First Nations’ roles in forestry, on public participation in land management more broadly and on the management of private woodlots in easstern Canada. Prior to joining the Université de Moncton, professor Wyatt spent 12 years as a professional forester and manager with government and non-government organisations in New South Wales, the South Pacific and Canada.