Who is CACAP?

The Canadian Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry (CACAP) is a national professional organization dedicated to advancing the mental health and well-being of children, youth, and families across Canada. CACAP brings together child and adolescent psychiatrists and allied professionals to promote excellence in clinical care, advocate for policy change, support research and education, and foster collaboration among mental health practitioners and community partners. 

As a recognized leader in child and youth mental health, CACAP provides opportunities for professional development, networking, and knowledge-sharing, including access to its quarterly journal, continuing medical education, and national conferences. Members also benefit from engagement in committees, advocacy initiatives, and a vibrant community focused on improving outcomes for young people and their families. 

Whether you’re a clinician, resident, or allied professional invested in child and adolescent psychiatry, CACAP offers a platform to connect, learn, and help shape the future of youth mental health care in Canada. 

Join now and become part of an organization that is the recognized national leader in child, youth and family psychiatry through advocacy, education, and expertise.

CACAP membership delivers exceptional professional value. As a member, you gain access to:

• Significant discounts on education and learning opportunities, including the CACAP Annual Conference, CACAP courses, and international events such as the IACAPAP Conference (with CME-earning opportunities
• Expanded networking and collaboration, including  a NEW members-only Special Interest Groups (SIGs) forum
• Eligibility for CACAP awards and recognition presented at the conference
• A strong national advocacy voice advancing child and adolescent mental health across Canada
• Leadership opportunities through Board and Committee participation

Mission

The Canadian Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry is a national organization of child and adolescent psychiatrists and other professionals in Canada, committed to advancing the mental health of children, youth and families through promotion of excellence in care, advocacy, education, research and collaboration with other professionals.

Vision
CACAP is a national leader in child and youth psychiatry collaboratively advancing the mental health care of children, youth and families through advocacy, education, and expertise.

Executive

• Dr. Raj Rasasingham (Ontario) – President
• Dr. Lila Amirali (Quebec) – Past-president
• Dr. Roberto Sassi (British Columbia) – Vice-president
• Dr. Matthew Morrissette (Alberta) – Secretary

Regional Representatives

• Dr. Sabina Abidi – Atlantic
• Dr. Paola Habib – Quebec
• Dr. Lori Baltazar – Quebec
• Dr. Cassandra Adduri – Prairies
• Dr. Jamil Jivraj – Alberta/Northwest Territories
• Dr. Kelly Saran – British Columbia/Yukon Territory
• Dr. Danielle Baribeau – Ontario/Nunavut
• Dr. Richard Painter – Ontario/Nunavut
• Dr. Nikhita Singhal (Ontario) – Member-In-Training

CACAP Staff

• Elizabeth Ridley – Executive Director
• Laura James – Communications and Development Manager

For more information, visit CACAP's website