I am an accomplished executive, researcher, and project coordinator specializing in strategic planning, policy, and funding strategies. As Executive Director of The Peterson Foundation, I lead grant initiatives supporting grassroots organizations in mental health, addiction, and wellness. I have driven key research initiatives at the National Institute on Ageing that shape strategic plans and enhance policy advocacy. With a background in healthcare, non-profit leadership, and lived experience with mental illness and neurodiversity, I excel in fostering partnerships and driving system-level change, making me a dynamic leader.
The Peterson Foundation
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Executive DirectorThe Peterson Foundation Oct 2017 - PresentToronto, Ontario, CanadaLeads strategic initiatives, driving funding, partnerships, and system-level change aligned with the foundation’s mission. Developed a holistic, low-barrier grant strategy to support grassroots organizations in mental health, addiction, and wellness, focusing on individual needs and systemic challenges like social determinants of health. Oversees foundation operations, supports diverse grants, and ensures smooth collaboration through ongoing engagement with grantees.
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Researcher And Special Projects CoordinatorNational Institute On Ageing Apr 2023 - Dec 2024Toronto, Ontario, CanadaLead researcher and coordinator for the National Institute on Ageing’s Strategic Planning Committee, conducting research that shaped the 2024-26 strategic plan and emphasized policy advocacy. Developed 25 briefing notes to inform decision-making and policy strategy and created a funding opportunity tracker to monitor grants and awards, supporting the NIA’s strategic funding and sustainability efforts. -
Research AssistantNational Institute On Ageing May 2022 - Apr 2023Toronto, Ontario, CanadaCreated impact reports, including the 2023 Media Report, which assessed the organization’s media presence. Developed customized contact lists that attracted over 500 applicants for the 2024 Summer Research Assistant program and researched best practices to improve operational efficiency. Supported event logistics and gathered post-event survey data to inform future planning.
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Healthy Ageing Scholar And Junior Research FellowNational Institute On Ageing Nov 2021 - May 2022Toronto, Ontario, CanadaConducted research on the cost of long-term care across three settings in seven Canadian regions. Analyzed and visualized data, providing insights that informed the NIA’s financial security initiatives, and presented key findings to the project funder, The LIFE Institute.
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Volunteer Program Leadership VolunteerToronto Grace Health Centre Jan 2019 - Mar 2020Toronto, Ontario, CanadaAssistant to the Volunteer Manager of approximately 100 volunteers. Collected survey-based data and conducted internal and external scans to meet various management objectives. -
Capital Campaign Cabinet Member For Florence Booth HouseSalvation Army Jan 2018 - Aug 2019Toronto, Canada AreaCollaborated with fellow capital campaign cabinet members executing necessary deliverables to raise $11 million. -
Stay-At-Home ParentSelf-Employed Jun 2011 - Sep 2017Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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Registered Massage TherapistPrivate Practice 2003 - 2011Owned and operated a sustainable and profitable Registered Massage Therapy practice in downtown Toronto delivering holistic and person-centred health care to a diverse population of clients with varying health care needs.
Kathryn Peterson, Mha(Cc) Education Details
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Master Of Health Administration (Community Care) -
Sutherland-Chan School Of Massage TherapyMassage Therapy Diploma -
Classical Studies
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Kathryn Peterson, Mha(Cc) works for The Peterson Foundation
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Kathryn Peterson, Mha(Cc)'s current role is Executive Director & Trustee at The Peterson Foundation.
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Kathryn Peterson, Mha(Cc) attended Ted Rogers School Of Management - Toronto Metropolitan University, Sutherland-Chan School Of Massage Therapy, University Of Guelph.
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