Our Team

CEO

Tania Vrionis, Chief Executive Officer

Tania Vrionis joined Ovarian Cancer Canada as CEO in August 2021. She brings to the role more than 20 years of diverse leadership experience in the charitable sector. Tania is deeply passionate about empowering and mobilizing communities to achieve impact, affect change, and truly make a difference in the lives of Canadians.

As CEO, Tania looks forward to building on the strong foundation already in place at Ovarian Cancer Canada, and is keen to continue the momentum of recent years. As a mission-driven leader, the urgent need to improve outcomes and shine a spotlight on this important women’s health issue fuel Tania’s determination to ensure the future is full of hope and progress for the community of people affected by this disease.

Tania is a graduate of Western University and her previous roles have included leadership positions at The Kidney Foundation of Canada, St. Clair College, John McGivney Children’s Centre, Langley Memorial Hospital Foundation, and the MS Society of Canada. Originally from Windsor, Ontario, Tania currently lives in Surrey, British Columbia with her husband and two teenaged sons.

Email: tvrionis@ovariancanada.org
Toll Free: 1-877-413-7970 x230

Tania Vrionis

Office of the CEO

Cristina Toporas
Director of Strategic Initiatives

Programs

Cailey Crawford, Vice President, Programs and Policy

As Vice President of Programs and Policy, Cailey oversees the critical work of education, support and advocacy. She is focused on developing Ovarian Cancer Canada’s national education programming and supporting those diagnosed with ovarian cancer. Cailey is also working to identify the gaps and opportunities present in the health care system to improve outcomes for women diagnosed with ovarian cancer. Cailey’s advocacy work centers on providing decision makers with the evidence and insights necessary to ensure everyone with ovarian cancer receives the best possible care, regardless of background or where they live in Canada.

Prior to joining Ovarian Cancer Canada, Cailey’s career focused on building partnerships in support of the Canadian Education Association as well as Trillium Gift of Life Network. Cailey holds a Master of Arts in Education from Simon Fraser University.

Email: ccrawford@ovariancanada.org
Toll Free: 1-877-413-7970 x232

The Programs team

Stephanie Gosselin
Director, Programs

Alison Ross
Director, Knowledge Mobilization

Rehnuma Kamal
Regional Manager, Quebec

Valerie Dinh
Regional Director, Quebec

Alicia Tone
OvCAN Project Manager & Scientific Advisor

Jessica Lawson
Research Coordinator

Alexandria Tadman
Government Relations and Advocacy Associate

Marianne Fallis
Programs Associate

Marketing, Communications and Development

Mapy Villaudy, Vice President of Marketing, Communications and Development

Mapy Villaudy is Vice President of Marketing, Communications, and Development at Ovarian Cancer Canada. She is responsible for inspiring support for this important cause by shining a light on how the organization and the community it represents are affecting bold changes that save lives.

Mapy’s career in philanthropy spans more than 25 years, during which she’s furthered numerous local and international social causes. Most recently, her focus has been on the health sector. Driven by her passion to make a meaningful impact, Mapy believes in the power of relationships and community. At Ovarian Cancer Canada she is proud to work alongside generous donors, volunteers and corporate partners who take a direct role in helping women with this disease to live fuller, better and longer lives.

Mapy aims to honour the journey and legacies of women and families who have been touched by this disease. She’s determined to share their stories and secure funding to fuel research and improve survival rates for thousands of Canadian women living with ovarian cancer.

Email: mvillaudy@ovariancanada.org
Toll free: 1-877-413-7970 x273

The Marketing, Communications and Development team

Julie De Liberato
Director, Marketing and Communications

Heather Bunting
Philanthropy Manager

Tara Defoe
Community Engagement and Events Manager

Meg Gough
Marketing and Communications Manager

Brittany Medeiros
Digital Communications Manager

Meaghan Ince
Marketing and Communications Associate

Katie Maclennan
Marketing and Communications Associate

Meagan Burnside-Holmes
Philanthropy Associate

Jesse Wiesblatt
Community Engagement and Events Associate

Stella Tronciu
Walk Coordinator

Sharlene Wallace
Community Engagement Lead, Atlantic Canada

Courtney Willis
Community Engagement and Events Coordinator

Finance and Administration

Lise Johnston, Vice President of Finance

Lise Johnston joined Ovarian Cancer Canada in 2020. A professionally designated accountant, Lise is responsible for oversight of Ovarian Cancer Canada’s finances and reporting. In addition, she provides leadership in planning and budgeting, payroll, and human resources, and manages the audit process.

Lise’s diverse career path began with a degree in Early Childhood Education at McGill University in Montreal, but her love of numbers and financial systems led her to obtaining her CPA designation. After working in finance-related roles in the private sector, Lise made a meaningful move to the charity sector with a transformational role at the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada. She is inspired by the community surrounding Ovarian Cancer Canada, and is excited by the opportunity to help women live fuller, better, longer lives.

Email: ljohnston@ovariancanada.org
Toll free: 1-877-413-7970 x224

The Finance and Administration team

Margaret Noble
Senior Manager, Finance

Tapradi Ntogaiti
Office Manager and Administrator

Raj Aiyer
Database Administrator

Revan Zurub
Intermediate Accountant