National Council
As the number of people affected by arthritis continues to grow at an alarming rate, there’s greater urgency to raise critical funds to support the Arthritis Society’s mission. We are grateful that 15 of Canada’s brightest minds and dedicated arthritis ambassadors have joined our National Council and made the Arthritis Society their charity of choice.
The National Council launched in 2020 to advise on and actively engage in fundraising efforts for the Arthritis Society. Chaired by Andrew Branion, the Council is building important relationships with new and long-time donors, with passion and determination to champion the resilient spirit of those living with arthritis.
The impact of arthritis can’t be overstated. The Arthritis Society is committed to advancing arthritis care and research, and the strategic leadership and counsel of these dedicated executive volunteers enables us to do just that.
Firas Abu Saleh
Sulemaan Ahmed
Trish Barbato
Garth Bobb
Alison Coville
Julie Cowan
Jen Evans
Simon Lemay
Nadia Malik
Mark Sack
Jennifer Stewart
Kanish A. Thevarasa
Rani Turna
Interested in getting involved in the Council? Contact Jennifer Stewart at jstewart@arthritis.ca.
Meet Cheryl
“When I was at my weakest and most vulnerable, learning to cope with three types of arthritis, and being told that I would be wheelchair bound for the rest of my life, people from the Arthritis Society lifted me up. They encouraged me to become a volunteer and use my experiences to help others who are struggling,” says Cheryl Johnson.
Cheryl decided to leave a legacy gift to the Arthritis Society in her Will so that the vitally important work we’re doing will continue. She knows her contribution will be directed to where it can make the maximum impact and help the most: supporting people affected by arthritis and funding research to one day find a cure. She is also confident that the Arthritis Society is fiscally responsible.
“It’s important for me to leave something behind. I hope you will join me in giving the gift of a lifetime.”