The CLF’s work is made possible by the people who bring their time, expertise, lived experience, and leadership to our shared mission. Our volunteer Board of Directors provides governance and strategic direction, while day-to-day operations are led by a full-time Executive Director and small staff team. Across Canada, committees, working groups, national collaborators, and project volunteers further strengthen our work in education, research, advocacy, awareness, and community connection.
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Siba Haykal
Board Chair
Dr. Haykal MD, PhD, FRCSC, FACS is a double board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon, researcher, and Associate Professor of Surgery at Yale School of Medicine, where she serves as Section Chief of Reconstructive Oncology
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Spencer Gibson
Vice-Chair
Dr. Spencer B. Gibson, PhD is Professor in the Department of Oncology at the University of Alberta and the inaugural Dianne and Irving Kipnes Endowed Chair in Lymphatic Disorders. His research focuses on the
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David Keast
Past Chair
David Keast MSc, Dip Ed, MD, CCFP, FCFP(LM), is a family physician, educator, researcher, and internationally recognized leader in chronic wound and lymphoedema management. A native of London, Ontario, he is Medical Director
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Naomi Dolgoy
Secretary
Naomi Dolgoy M.OT, CLT, PhD is an Assistant Professor in Occupational Therapy at the University of Alberta, as well as a practising occupational therapist, certified lymphatic therapist, and clinical researcher. Her work focuses on
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Shirin Shallwani
Treasurer
Dr. Shirin M. Shallwani PhD, PT, CLT is a licensed physiotherapist and postdoctoral researcher at the Faculty of Rehabilitation Medicine of the University of Alberta. Her current research focuses on understanding the rehabilitation needs of individuals
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Shanzey Ali
Member
Shanzey Ali BSc, is a medical student at Queen’s University and a passionate advocate for individuals living with lymphedema. Diagnosed with primary lymphedema as a child, Shanzey has firsthand experience navigating the healthcare system. Her journey
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Bonnie Baker
Executive Director
Bonnie leads the CLF’s day-to-day operations and works closely with the Board of Directors, staff, volunteers, and national collaborators to advance the organization’s mission to improve lymphedema awareness, education, research, advocacy, and care
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Anna Kennedy
Editor-in-Chief, Pathways Magazine
Anna is a CLF founding member and volunteer Editor-in-Chief of Pathways, the CLF’s official publication. She brings extensive leadership experience in communications, training, publishing, and non-profit service, along with a longstanding commitment to education,
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Grace Neumayer
Marketing and Communications Manager
Grace joined the CLF in May 2023 and supports the organization’s communications, design, digital outreach, event promotion, and national awareness initiatives. She holds a degree in Global Business and Digital Arts from the
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Alisha Damji
Special Projects Coordinator
Alisha first joined the CLF in summer 2024 through Wilfrid Laurier University’s Honours Health Sciences program. Following two successful summer terms, we were pleased to welcome her back again in 2026. In her
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Rachelle McDonald
Bookkeeping
Rachelle has provided part-time bookkeeping services to the CLF since its inception in 2009. Her longstanding support has helped maintain continuity, accuracy, and financial organization as the CLF has grown and evolved.
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Thank You to Our Volunteers
The CLF’s work is strengthened by dedicated volunteers who generously contribute their time, skills, expertise, and lived experience. Our Board of Directors, Scientific Committee, Editorial Board, working groups, and project volunteers help guide, support, and advance the CLF’s national initiatives. We are deeply grateful for their leadership, collaboration, and commitment to improving lymphedema awareness, education, and care across Canada.
