Dr. Jill Cameron is Professor and Vice Chair Research in the Department of Occupational Science and Occupational Therapy and Rehabilitation Sciences Institute in the Temerty Faculty of Medicine at the University of Toronto and an Affiliated Scientist at KITE – Toronto Rehabilitation Institute. Her primary research interest is to understand the experiences and needs of family members who assume the role of caregiver for individuals with disability. Dr. Cameron aims to develop timely and relevant programs to assist them with their care-giving activities and pursuit of other valued activities and interests. The ultimate goal of her research is to support families as they transition across care environments with the aim of optimizing life in the community.

Lisanne Laframboise is a sister and caregiver to her brother who siffered a severe hemorrhagic stroke in May 2023. She is a registered physiotherapist with 15 plus years of experience working in various settings at the Ottawa Hospital.

Mrs. Christine Whitecross is a Veteran of the Canadian Armed Forces. She had been a caregiver to her husband Ian since his stroke in 2022, and has been at his side every day during his recovery journey. Chris is hoping to encourage more dialogue with family.