My team
Step Up 4 Celiac
I am pleased to be the National Executive Director for the Canadian Celiac Association (CCA) and walking with my family, colleagues and friends in support of people with celiac disease.
Only 15% of individuals have been properly diagnosed with celiac disease which affects 1% of Canadians of all ages and walks for life. CD is the one of the most burdensome diseases an individual can have, second only to end stage renal failure, and there is no cure.
Help me reach our goal to help increase awareness, education, advocacy and research.
Melissa
Description
1 in 100 Canadians lives with the burden and potential suffering that comes with celiac disease, a genetic autoimmune disorder that requires them to monitor and manage every morsel of food they consume. Unfortunately, up to 85% of those Canadians are exposed to potentially life-altering long-term health implications if not diagnosed.
Since 1973, the Canadian Celiac Association (CCA) exists to help every Canadian with celiac disease get diagnosed and empowered.
- Research: We are Canada's largest national charitable funder of celiac disease and gluten disorder research
- Education: We provide access to free evidence-based education to help Canadians confirm their diagnosis and support their journey to live longer, healthier lives.
- Support services: From the moment someone is diagnosed, CCA provides one-one-one to group supports along with local mentorship to help someone manage their life-long journey.
- Celiac information: Backed by our world class Professional Advisory Council, we are a leading source of evidence-based resources on all things celiac and gluten free.
- Advocacy: We advocate for patients to increase access to safe, gluten-free food, medication and timely diagnosis.
The CCA is a volunteer-based, federally registered charitable organization with its national office in Mississauga, Ontario. CCA serves people with celiac disease and gluten-related disorders through affiliated chapters across Canada. The CCA is here to help people with celiac disease and gluten disorders to regain power over every aspect of their lives. With increased research incentives powered by our donors, community networking, and mutual supporters, we are regaining power over our disease, our bodies, and our lives. Your support provides advocacy, education, and resources to those with celiac disease and gluten disorders.
Achievements
Recent donors
| Donation date | Donor name | Donation amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 14 | Lifelong Crush | $500.00 |
| Oct 12 | Anabella Paula Mandel | $100.00 |
| Oct 12 | Dana Gisana | $50.00 |
| Oct 12 | Anonymous | $100.00 |
| Oct 12 | Deborah Doucette | $25.00 |
| Jun 23 | Melissa Secord | Undisclosed amount |
