Kelly has held a variety of positions in the charitable, health and public sectors. In 2018, Kelly joined Cystic Fibrosis Canada as the President and Chief Executive Officer. In her tenure with the organization, she has led the development of two strategic plans, navigated through challenges due to the pandemic and most recently was part of a wonderful success story with the approval of a transformational drug for people diagnosed with cystic fibrosis. Kelly is passionate about building integrated teams, focusing on impact, and driving change. Visionary with a bit of pragmatism, she loves working with diverse stakeholders - people living with health issues, caregivers, clinicians, researchers, donors, policy makers and volunteers - to ensure that advancements happen and needed change occurs. Kelly holds both master’s and bachelor’s degrees from Queen’s University.
On Saturday, May 25th, 2024 the South Saskatchewan Chapter of Cystic Fibrosis Canada is proud to be hosting their 40th Annual Ride for the Breath of Life.
We are so grateful for all of our riders over the years coming together to raise much needed funds. Since our first run we have raised over $824,595 for research, advocacy & clinical care for Cystic Fibrosis Canada, all because of YOUR support!
See details for more information on how to join us!
Read MoreJo-Ann and Gordon Thow have been volunteering with Cystic Fibrosis Canada’s Durham CF Chapter since the birth of their son, Simon, who was diagnosed with cystic fibrosis at birth after displaying some common symptoms. The Thow’s live in the Durham region of southern Ontario, where they raised their son Simon and daughters, Megan and Sarah.
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