CDA Executive Committee

The CDA executive committee is elected at the annual AGM. They ensure the smooth running of the CDA as well as creating educational events, running Meet Your Doula and promotional booths and communicating at large about the work and profession of Doulas. Feel free to contact any member of the executive with questions.  

 
 

President - Adele Callfas CBD/PCD/CPE/RMT

Adele is a homesteading, fun loving Certified Birth and Postpartum Doula, Certified Perinatal Educator, and owner of The Hive Doula Services. As President of the CDA, Adele acts as a leader and offers strategic guidance for the Association and its members, including ongoing open and transparent communication, relationship building and facilitation of a positive member experience.

 

Vice President- WE NEED YOU (this role is needing to be filled still)

(Acting as Advisor - Natalie Borden IBCLC, CD/PCD(DONA))

Natalie is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant as well as a DONA Certified Doula in both Birth and Postpartum support. As Vice President of the CDA, Natalie acts as the glue that binds our board together. She facilitates and supports the actions and efforts of the Executive Committee and steps in if the President is absent.

 

Secretary - Leanne Bryce CD/PCD (DONA)

Leanne Bryce CD/PCD(DONA) is Certified in both Birth and Postpartum Doula support with DONA International. She is a proud wife and a Mother to three children. As the secretary, she is responsible for supporting the President and Vice President with communication, organization and scheduling. 

 
 

Treasurer - Need Your Help

The treasurer is responsible for the organization and management of the association's finances. If you have any questions or concerns regarding these matters, they are here to help.

 
 

Client & Member Connection Team

Maida Ford  CD (DONA) First Aid Instructor

Maida is a DONA Certified Birth Doula, and First Aid Instructor. As a member of the Client & Member Connection team, Maida works alongside Lihi as a contact for new and renewing members of the CDA, and also manages the Doula Referral Line. Please reach out if you have any questions regarding CDA Membership.

 

Lihi Birth and Postpartum Doula

Lihi is a Birth & Postpartum Doula who's double trained through DONA International & Birthing Advocacy Doula Training. She also holds a BA in business and political sciences (major in economics).
As a member of the Client & Member Connection Team, Lihi works alongside Maida and acts as contact for new and renewing members of the CDA. 

 
 

Events & Marketing Team

Your Name Here

The newly formed Events and Marketing team aims to revise and clarify and streamline previous roles “Public Relations Director ”, “Public Relations Coordinator”, “Social Media Director” and “Social Media Coordinator” to ensure the CDA remains relevant through in-person and social media connection. If you’re interested in support our team, please connect with Adele. As a member of the Events & Marketing team, they are responsible for connecting the Calgary Doula Association with families in the community. She works together with Elyse and Stacey to promote the CDA through our Social Media platforms.

 

Your Name Here

The newly formed Events and Marketing team aims to revise and clarify and streamline previous roles “Public Relations Director ”, “Public Relations Coordinator”, “Social Media Director” and “Social Media Coordinator” to ensure the CDA remains relevant through in-person and social media connection. If you’re interested in support our team, please connect with Adele.