Our executive leadership team

Andrea Seale is the Chief Executive Officer of the Canadian Cancer Society (CCS). With more than 20 years of non-profit leadership experience, Andrea is dedicated to empowering people to build the causes that make our world more compassionate, healthy and just.

Prior to joining CCS, Andrea was head of the David Suzuki Foundation and held leadership roles with Ecojustice and The Banff Centre for the Arts. She founded Blueprint Fundraising and Communications, specializing in building the capacity of non-profit organizations in Canada and the U.S. She sits on the board of the Canadian Partnership Against Cancer and was named Outstanding Professional Fundraiser for 2022 by AFP Vancouver. Andrea holds a Diploma in Public Relations from Mount Royal University and a Bachelor of Arts in English from McGill University.

Sandra is the Executive Vice President, Mission, Information and Support Services at the Canadian Cancer Society (CCS). In this role, she leads a nationwide team of staff and volunteers focused on delivering a support system to help Canadians prevent cancer and better manage life with cancer, find community and connection and build wellness and resilience.

Sandra joined CCS in 2005 and has held several positions with the organization, including her previous role of Vice President, Cancer Control.

Prior to CCS, her training and work experience was in the cancer research field. She holds a PhD in Molecular Endocrinology from the University of Victoria and has completed post-doctoral training at the Prostate Centre in Vancouver.

Sara joined CCS as Executive Vice President of Finance, People and Operations in 2017 and was promoted to Chief Finance and Operations Officer in 2026. In this role, she oversees the organization's finance, people, culture and inclusion, and facilities and administration teams. She joined CCS after the merger with the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation, where she was Chief Finance and Operations Officer.

Prior to CCS, Sara held leadership roles at international not-for-profit and for-profit organizations. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in French and History from the University of Leeds and has earned her Chartered Professional Accountants (CPA, CA) and Associate Chartered Accountant (ACA UK) designations.

Jane is the Chief Development and Engagement Officer. In this role, she leads a nationwide team of relationship-based fundraisers and marketing and communications professionals. Together, the team aims to inspire and mobilize Canadians by amplifying voices and stories that drive engagement and funds, advancing the impact of CCS’s mission. Jane's portfolio includes Leadership Giving, Mass Marketing, Engagement and Insights, Signature Programs, Partnerships, Marketing, Digital Engagement and Content Development, and Communications.

Jane joined CCS in 2017 as Regional Executive Director, Atlantic Canada following CCS’s merger with the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation (CBCF). She was promoted to Executive Vice President, Revenue Development in 2020, and assumed her current role in 2026.

Prior to her career in the not-for-profit sector, Jane worked in the cable television industry. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Economics from Acadia University.