Kate Murray, President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Kate Murray is the CEO of MitoCanada and a passionate champion for meaningful patient and community engagement. She believes that people with lived experience bring valuable insights and perspectives to research, healthcare and the development of programs and solutions intended to serve them, and that better outcomes are possible when their voices are included from the beginning.
Kate’s path to this work is deeply personal. As a parent and caregiver to two children living with chronic illnesses, she has navigated two distinct and complex healthcare journeys. Those experiences shaped her understanding of the challenges families face within the health system and ultimately led her to leave the for-profit sector and dedicate her career to improving the experiences and outcomes of patients and families.
Over the past two decades, Kate has built extensive experience across patient advocacy, community engagement and health-focused nonprofit leadership. She founded a children’s charity, co-founded a consultancy firm, and held senior leadership roles with the Canadian Digestive Health Foundation before joining MitoCanada.
Today, much of Kate’s work sits at the intersection of community, healthcare and research. She contributes to numerous committees at The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids), bringing patient and family perspectives into conversations about care, research and system improvement. Through MitoCanada and her broader collaborations, she also works with researchers, clinicians, research networks and industry partners to create stronger opportunities for patient communities to participate meaningfully in research and decision-making.
Outside of work, Kate finds balance in nature, be it on a beach walk, trail run or kayak adventure.
If you would like to reach out to Kate, you can contact her at: Kate.Murray@MitoCanada.org
Nella Perri, Director of Finance
Nella began her career at the Export Development Corporation in Ottawa. She later relocated to Toronto, where she joined Baxter Canada as a Marketing Analyst and held various positions over a 15-year period.
As a mother of two, she volunteered in their various activities. She joined the board of a local not-for-profit offering recreational and competitive programs for children, where she held numerous positions, including Treasurer for over ten years.
Nella joined MitoCanada in 2017 and continues to support various local charities.
Emily Ing, Director of Donor and Community Engagement
Emily brings a vibrant mix of energy, creativity, and care to her work at MitoCanada. Since first joining the organization as a summer intern in 2021, she has worn many hats—each one deepening her connection to the community and her impact on our mission. In her current role as Director of Donor and Community Engagement, Emily leads initiatives to grow our grassroots support, strengthen donor relationships, and inspire giving through storytelling and meaningful recognition.
She oversees third-party events, peer-to-peer campaigns, and our holiday giving efforts, while supporting our incredible volunteers and ambassadors to bring awareness and fundraising to life across the country. Emily also ensures our donor communications, website, and database are tools for connection, insight, and lasting impact.
Known for her thoughtfulness and infectious enthusiasm, Emily helps make every interaction with MitoCanada feel personal and purposeful. Outside of work, she recharges with Zumba, yoga, and mini gatherings with friends that spark joy, just like she does at MitoCanada.
Joy Edobor, Director of Development and Fundraising
Joy leads MitoCanada’s fundraising strategy with a deep commitment to building strong, lasting relationships that power our mission forward. As Director of Development and Fundraising, she oversees donor engagement, corporate giving, and grant development, working collaboratively across the organization to grow revenue, steward major gifts, and drive impact through philanthropy.
With more than a decade of experience in nonprofit fundraising and communications, Joy brings a wealth of expertise in donor relations, strategic planning, event coordination, and campaign development. Her passion for equity and community-building has fuelled successful development programs at organizations across the health, education, and social service sectors.
If you would like to reach out to Joy, you can contact her at: Joy.Edobor@MitoCanada.org
Tania Amardeil, Director of Digital Communications
As Director of Digital Communications, Tania leads the voice and storytelling behind MitoCanada’s digital platforms. She combines her background in English Literature, marketing, and holistic nutrition with a deep love of health, wellness, and community connection.
With experience in copywriting, editing, and social media management, including work in the charitable and health sectors, Tania helps bring the stories of our community to life. She believes powerful storytelling builds understanding, sparks compassion, and strengthens the connections that make our work possible.
