Meet our Staff
Jeffrey Friend
Director of Operations
Jeffrey has worked in animal related non-profits for his entire professional career and has a passion for animal welfare and canine behaviour. He graduated with a MSc. in Animal Science specializing in canine behaviour and welfare from the University of Alberta. Jeffrey has two dogs, Yoghurt a yellow lab and Tiberius a Siberian Husky, both are certified as wellness dogs with CAAWLS. Yoghurt loves visiting schools with young kids and Tiberius enjoys visits with people experiencing homelessness.
Contact: coordinator@caawls.org
Rae Desmarais
Fund Development and Events Coordinator
Much of Rae’s professional career has been focused in the non-profit sector. With a passion for animals, Rae has had the privilege of supporting a number of animal-focused organizations in Edmonton. Her educational background has been centered around non-profit management and has allow her to achieve her CVA designation as a volunteer management professional. Outside of work, Rae enjoys spending time with her cats and birds. She also likes to offer her time as a foster parent for cats and kittens in need.
Contact: donate@caawls.org