ALS Society of Canada
Sonila Elezi is a seasoned human resources professional with extensive experience in the nonprofit sector. Currently serving as Senior Manager of Human Resources and Volunteer Services at ALS Society of Canada since November 2021, Sonila previously held multiple roles at Kids Help Phone from June 2014 to November 2021, including Human Resources Generalist and Employee Engagement Specialist. Earlier experience includes positions as Human Resources Coordinator at Kids Help Phone and as a Human Resources Intern at Eva's Initiatives. Sonila began a career in administration as an Administrative Assistant at JVS Toronto. Educational qualifications include a Postgraduate Certificate in Human Resources Management from Humber College and a Bachelor's degree from Agriculture University of Albania.
ALS Society of Canada
Founded in 1977, the ALS Society of Canada (ALS Canada) and our provincial partners are dedicated to supporting Canadians living with ALS and investing in research to make ALS a treatable, not terminal, disease. We are a registered charity that receives no government funding – all of our services and research are funded through the generosity of our donors. Through the ALS Canada Research Program, we fund peer-reviewed research grants, foster collaboration and build capacity within Canada’s ALS research community, and participate in new areas of research where we are well-positioned to have an impact. Within Ontario, ALS Canada has a role similar to that of the provincial ALS societies providing services and support to help meet the needs of people living with ALS. ALS Canada advocates federally, provincially and locally for better government support and access within the healthcare system for people touched by ALS.