Canadian Celiac Association

Celiac Canada / Coeliaque Canada (“CCA”) is a volunteer-based, federally registered charitable organization with its national office in Mississauga, Ontario. It was founded in December 1973 with financial assistance from the Kaufman Foundation. The “Canadian Celiac Association” was started by two women from Kitchener, Ontario, who, from personal experience with celiac disease, recognized vital needs of people suffering from the disease. In 2023 the organization changed its name to Celiac Canada / Coeliaque Canada to reflect its transition away from a membership based model in 2020.

The initial objectives were to provide information on sources of gluten-free food, to foster research and to encourage mutual support among people with celiac disease. Today the association serves people with celiac disease, non-celiac gluten sensitivity and dermatitis herpetiformis through affiliated chapters across Canada. The CCA is here to help individuals regain power over every aspect of their lives. With increased research incentives powered by our donors, community networking, and mutual support, we are regaining power over our disease, our bodies, and our lives. Celiac Canada provides a singular, reliable resource of information not only for Canadians living gluten free, but for their families and health care providers.

The CCA is governed by an elected national board of directors with regional representation across Canada. The Board develops policies and strategies for the association and provides leadership and guidance to chapters. Chapters are independent charitable organizations each of which is governed by an elected executive committee.