CANAAF President, Carolynne Harrison

Carolynne

President Burlington, ON

Joined 2017

It is an honour to serve as CANAAF’s President. Connecting with many supportive individuals during CANAAF events & conferences has helped us tremendously in our journey with my daughter’s alopecia. I will do my best to help CANAAF grow as an organization.

CANAAF Vice President, Melissa Riley

Melissa

Vice-PresidentTimberlea, NS

Joined 2015

Hello from the East Coast! My alopecia journey began over 30 years ago and my son was diagnosed in 2014. CANAAF has been a welcome addition to our circle of support!

CANAAF Treasurer, Susan Teskey

Susan

TreasurerKing City, ON

Joined 2014

My daughter was diagnosed with Alopecia in 2003. I joined the CANAAF Board to support other parents struggling to help their children live with this disease. I hope that I can help your family as CANAAF has helped mine.

Lauryn Harrison, CANAAF Secretary

Lauryn

Fundraising ChairBurlington, ON

Joined 2021

Hello! I’m a McMaster University student pursuing my Bachelor of Commerce. I developed alopecia universalis at age 13. CANAAF has been an incredible pillar of support in my journey. I strive to embrace kindness as our community continues to flourish.

Avery

Public Relations ChairToronto, ON

Joined 2023

Hello! I first developed Alopecia Areata when I was 22 years old and have been wearing wigs ever since. I am honoured to be on the CANAAF Board to help spread awareness about Alopecia and hopefully connect others to the foundation.

Francophone Liaison, Audrey Roy-Dorval

Audrey

Science and Research Communication Montreal, QC

Joined 2021

Hi, I’m a PhD student in Microbiology and Immunology at McGill University. My Alopecia Universalis journey began at 7 years old when I lost all my hair, eyelashes, and eyebrows. My mission is to promote scientific research, assist with any science-related topics and ensure published scientific findings are accessible to our community.

Yvonne

SecretaryToronto, ON

Joined 2023

My alopecia journey began when my son was diagnosed in 2019.  It is a pleasure to be a part of the CANAAF organization where individuals and families can access support and information to help navigate their experience with alopecia.

Geneviève

Francophone LiaisonMontreal, QC

Joined 2024

Hello, I am a pediatric occupational therapist and am passionate about dance and animals. I have been living with alopecia since I was 9 years old. I have a desire to contribute to the accessibility of CANAAF and all its resources and knowledge to the French-speaking community of Canada, and to raise awareness about this autoimmune condition.

Marcy

Youth Engagement & Special Projects London, ON

Joined 2024

Hello! My name is Marcy, and I’m thrilled to be joining the CANAAF’s board of directors, focusing on youth engagement and special projects. I’ve been volunteering with CANAAF for many years, helping out at conferences and through their mentorship program. I’ve had Alopecia since I was six years old, and I proudly embrace my identity as a bald woman today. I graduated from Western University this past spring with an honours double major in Disability Studies and Childhood and Social institutions. I’m passionate about raising awareness for Alopecia, normalizing baldness, and empowering others through their hair loss journeys.

Administrative Assistant

Jennifer

Administrative Assistant Scarborough, ON

Joined 2024

I was diagnosed with alopecia universalis in 2021. CANAAF provided me with support, resources and hope during one of the most difficult times in my life. I am looking forward to this role and connecting others with all CANAAF has to offer!