Who We Are

Holistic Health Research was formed in 2003 when a small group of committed people from diverse backgrounds came together with a common vision to improve Canadians' health by exploring the potential of complementary and alternative medicine.

That small group grew larger as we spread the word about our work, and reached out to a broader group of consumers, researchers, health professionals and health organizations to seek their involvement and advice about what needed to be done.

Holistic Health Research is proud of its dynamic, innovative team of experts and leaders.


Executive Staff

Keren A. Brown , founding Executive Director


Board of Directors

Aileen Burford-Mason, PhD - President**
Deborah Worrad, C. Dir.- Chair**
Donna Herringer - Vice-Chair and Treasurer
Pamela Hodgson, RMT - Secretary

** These individuals have been appointed to the Board as representatives of a Health Partner Organization; all others serve as individuals.


Health Organization Partners

Founding Partners

Acupuncture Foundation of Canada
Canadian Health Food Association
College of Massage Therapists of Ontario

Associate Partners

Scientific Advisors and Review Committee