Hello
Welcome.
I am a writer whose work brings together storytelling, publishing, and research communication.
My Story
My work spans books, film, and research-informed writing. As an author and screenwriter, I explore themes of identity, resilience, and belonging across creative and narrative forms. My projects include the award-winning film La Rebelle, the Haitian classic We Love You Anne, and several books including Presque, Unheld, and Fragments. I also created the children’s book series The Happy Problem Solvers, developed in collaboration with my son Nathaniel Antoine.
Alongside my creative work, I am a communications scholar whose research examines how families navigate information and decision-making in healthcare systems, particularly in the context of autism. This work focuses on how language, culture, and institutional communication shape the experiences of families seeking care.
I founded Type & Tell Publishing to support writers and young authors in developing and sharing their stories. Through editorial guidance, mentorship, and publishing support, the initiative helps emerging voices bring meaningful stories into the world.
Across these projects, my work centers on one goal: translating complex ideas and lived experiences into stories that inform, connect, and endure.
— MD Antoine
Selected Works
Here’s a look at some of the stories I’ve brought to life — on the page and on the screen. Each project reflects a part of my journey as a writer, creator, and storyteller.
On the Page
On the Screen
Awards: Best film – Montreal film festival (2006)
Best film – Jacmel international film festival (2006)
Special recognition – Boston international film festival (2006)
Academic Work
PEER-REVIEWED PUBLICATIONS
Book Chapters
Lagacé, M., Bergeron, C. D., Rodrigues-Rouleau, P., & Antoine, M. D. (2014). Ageism as an institutional push factor for retirement: Need for cultural and organizational change. In S. Westwood & N. Knauer (Eds.), Research Handbook on Law, Society and Ageing. Edward Elgar.
Journal Articles
Antoine, M. D. (2023). Communication barriers and challenges for accessing autism care: Conventional versus alternative medicine. University of Ottawa Journal of Medicine, Updates in Family Medicine, 13(1), 20–33.
Antoine, M. D., Cherba, M., Grosjean, S., Boët, S., & Waldolf, R. (2022). How to support patient-provider communication during telemedicine consultations? A scoping review of challenges and existing tools. University of Ottawa Journal of Medicine, Innovations in Healthcare Delivery and Training, 12(1), 25–33.
Antoine, M. D. (2025, submitted). Opportunities for effective communication through the delivery of an autism spectrum disorder diagnosis: A scoping review. Autism – SAGE Journals.
Antoine, M. D. (2025, submitted). Information paucity / Information overload: Striking a balance for families of autistic children. Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders (JAAD).
NON-REFEREED CONTRIBUTIONS
Research Reports
Antoine, M. D. (2022). Research shows Canadian athletes feel (un)safe in sports organizations. Faculty of Health Sciences Website and The Gazette, University of Ottawa.
Antoine, M. D. (2022). Finding common ground: Identifying priorities for culturally safe, ethically sound Inuit research. Faculty of Health Sciences Website, University of Ottawa.
Antoine, M. D. (2022). A novel and sustainable model for improving diet quality among school children in Canada. Faculty of Health Sciences Website, University of Ottawa.
Antoine, M. D. (2022). Student experience and innovation. Faculty of Health Sciences Website, University of Ottawa.
Antoine, M. D. (2022). Evaluating apple consumption impact on gut microbiota in adults living with overweight or obesity. Faculty of Health Sciences Website, University of Ottawa.
Antoine, M. D. (2022). Implementing practice changes for stroke teams, including occupational therapists. Faculty of Health Sciences Website, University of Ottawa.
THESES
Antoine, M. D. (2015). La communication dans la prise en charge intégrée de l’autisme (Master’s thesis).
Antoine, M. D. (Expected 2026). Exploring Information and Resources within Traditional Healthcare Settings in Canada (Doctoral dissertation).