Jay is a non-profit executive with 20+ years of experience working as a leader, volunteer board member and consultant in the not for profit sector. Jay has been the Executive Director of a symphony orchestra, a community centre, a seniors’ residence and the COO of a community foundation. He has worked as an executive coach to executives in the finance, social housing, performing arts, law, visual arts, architecture and design, health services, insurance, and social service organizations, with a specialization in first-time CEOs and C-suite executives.

The Boards on which Jay has volunteered include the Mark Bonham Centre for Sexual Diversity Studies at the University of Toronto, Arts Consultants of Canada, the LGBT Giving Network and the Art Gallery of Windsor, where he also enjoyed sitting on the Acquisitions Committee.

Jay has signed the North Star Ethics Pledge.

About the Psychedelic Association of Canada

The Psychedelic Association of Canada (PAC) is leading a national movement to transform mental health and wellbeing through safe, equitable, and evidence-based access to psychedelic medicines.

The PAC champions a future where psychedelic based therapies are integrated responsibly into Canada’s healthcare system. We also cultivate community, advance harm reduction, and uphold the highest standards of ethical practice and scientific integrity. Through strategic partnerships, public education, community development, and policy advocacy, the PAC is building the foundation for a thriving, inclusive psychedelic ecosystem—accessible to all who need it.