Executive Director

Lisa has worked in the Canadian health charity sector for 30 years. She is a passionate advocate for Canadians needing improved access to treatments, support, information and education. Lisa has extensive experience in fundraising, program delivery, advocacy and building capacity through collaboration and partnerships. As a late-diagnosed woman with ADHD, Lisa understands the importance of early diagnosis and access to treatment. She also knows the impactful contributions people with ADHD can make in school, their community and their chosen field with proper support. Lisa is honoured to join CADDAC and is committed to working together to make a positive impact for all Canadians with ADHD. 

Program Manager
Annie is CADDAC’s New Program Manager. She is responsible for the scheduling and running of CADDAC’s Support Groups, Parent, Adult and Youth Programs. Having recently been diagnosed with ADHD herself, as well as being a mother of 4 children all with some degree of ADHD and co-existing disorders, she is well aware of the importance that awareness and psycho-education plays in the treatment of ADHD.

Communications Coordinator
Having joined CADDAC in January 2023, Daryll is dedicated to building CADDAC’s online presence to provide ADHD awareness and advocacy to all. Daryll graduated from Sheridan College with a degree in Journalism, and has spent her post-secondary career working in social media and marketing. Daryll is excited to combine her professional skills with her keen interest in mental health through her work at CADDAC.

ADHD Resource Navigator
Layla is the Resource Navigator at CADDAC. She is committed to supporting individuals and families with ADHD by providing resources and education so they can live their lives without limitations. Layla graduated from Wilfrid Laurier University with a Bachelor of Social Work and will use the knowledge and skills she learned to improve the lives of those struggling with ADHD. She was recently diagnosed with ADHD, and understands the challenges associated with getting a diagnosis and navigating life as an adult with ADHD. Layla is dedicated to using her professional and personal experiences to better the lives of those impacted.

Grant Writer

As both a parent of a teen with ADHD and someone diagnosed later in life, Steve brings a deeply personal understanding of the challenges families face in navigating support and resources. His decades of professional and volunteer work are grounded in a commitment to improving outcomes for those with ADHD and supporting the communities around them. Outside of CADDAC, he is heavily involved with several charities, serving on boards of directors and leading fundraising initiatives - particularly in areas focused on food inequality and supporting people experiencing homelessness. He is passionate about driving meaningful change, strengthening community supports, and ensuring families in need feel seen, understood, and supported.