Staff

Jamie joined PHA Canada as the organization’s first Executive Director in January 2016. She is responsible for overseeing all our operations, including providing support and guidance to the staff in delivering our programs and services. She also works closely with the Board of Directors on governance, strategic planning, public and government relations, and fund development.
 
Jamie began her career in health promotion, community development, and patient advocacy in 1998, working for organizations such as the YouthCO AIDS Society, the Canadian Cancer Society, and the BC Healthy Living Alliance. A passionate volunteer, she served on the Board of Directors of the Canadian AIDS Society from 2006-2012 and acted as Board Chair for AIDS Vancouver from 1998-2007. In 2014, Jamie began working in rare diseases as Executive Director of the Canadian MPS Society, a grassroots patient group serving families impacted by ultra-rare genetic conditions primarily affecting children.
 
Jamie holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology from Simon Fraser University and attended law school at the University of Victoria from 2011-2013. During her time in law school, she worked as a legal researcher for the Health Sciences Association of BC and as a policy intern in New Delhi, India, where she conducted a case study on the Role of Civil Society in Influencing the Effective Implementation of Public Policy. Jamie is grateful for the opportunity to work closely with Canada’s PH community to create changes that improve the lives of all those affected by pulmonary hypertension. 
 
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Please note: Jamie will be away from the office in July and August, for immediate assistance please contact Elgin Lim.

Information about PHA Canada’s programs and services
Funding requests
Access to treatment issues

Email: jmyrah@phacanada.ca

Toll-free: 1-877-774-2226 ext.101

Schedule: Mon-Fri - 8AM - 5PM (PT) / 11AM - 8PM (ET)

Sheri joined PHA Canada as the Director of Development in 2024. She brings extensive experience and passion for creating social value. Sheri recently served as Development Director at the Mada Community Center, leading fund development initiatives. With extensive experience in the nonprofit sector, Sheri has been a strong advocate for community support and program development. She co-founded the Trevor Williams Kids Foundation, serving inner-city and marginalized youth, and honed her leadership skills as Strategic Development Officer at the Montreal Community Cares Foundation.

Sheri began her career in advertising on Madison Avenue, managing product launches and media negotiations. Her greatest opportunity came when she chose to focus on raising her children, a decision she regards as her life's greatest accomplishment. Sheri holds a Bachelor of Science from Boston University and an EMBA in Social Enterprise Leadership from the University of Fredericton. Recognized with the Martin Luther King Legacy Award, she also holds certificates from Harvard Business School.

 
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Email: selefant@phacanada.ca

Toll-free: 1-877-774-2226 ext.111

Schedule: Mon-Fri - 6:30AM - 2:30PM (PT) / 9:30AM - 5:30PM (ET)

Ethel joined PHA Canada in 2015 to provide administrative and accounting support, including processing donations and orders for materials. Before joining PHA Canada’s team, Ethel occupied the position of Membership Clerk at BC Girl Guides for seven years. Prior to working in the nonprofit sector, Ethel was an Administrative Assistant in the Marketing Department of a computer company in Florida for six years.

Ethel lives in East Vancouver with her husband, Anthony, and their three daughters, Katelyn, Kathryn, and Azelia. She enjoys reading and watching movies with her family.

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