My name is Hazel Currie, and I’m passionate about volunteering. I believe that creating connections is key to a healthy and vibrant community. As a professional communicator in my work, I see first-hand the rewards of meaningful engagement and relationship building.

I was diagnosed with the ultra-rare mitochondrial disease, MNGIE (mitochondrial neurogastrointestinal encephalopathy), in 2020. I am active with MitoCanada, supporting the organization through fundraising events, including MitoSpin and the international Light Up for Mito, in my hometown of Victoria, British Columbia. I want to educate and share with others about mito diseases, be part of creating awareness, and hopefully find better treatments and a cure.

My vision is finding other MNGIE patients in Canada and around the world, so those with rare diseases know they are not alone.

I lead an active lifestyle, embracing challenging hikes and walks with my husband and teenage boys. I also enjoy cooking, reading, and hanging out with my affectionate tortoiseshell cat.