Lanark, Leeds, Grenville Addictions and Mental Health appoints Kim Gifford as CEO

Brockville – The Lanark, Leeds, Grenville Addictions and Mental Health (LLGAMH) Board of Directors is pleased to announce Kim Gifford as the new CEO, following a competitive search.

“The Board is delighted that Kim has accepted the position of CEO for LLGAMH,” said Roger Haley, Board Chair, LLGAMH. “The selection committee had a number of good candidates from across the province, and at the end of the day, we believe that Kim is our best choice to lead us to our next phase of success. Her 30-plus years of experience with the Agency and proven leadership cannot be matched.”

Kim has held progressive leadership positions throughout her career at LLGAMH. Kim was the Agency’s Manager of Clinical Services for the past eight years, Interim CEO in 2022, and
again in June 2024. Kim has experience working in nearly every area of LLGAMH, bringing a breadth of clinical operations experience to her leadership role.

“I feel deeply honoured and privileged to lead the Agency, which I have dedicated myself to for many years,” said Kim. “We have an exceptional team, and I am committed to fostering collaboration across the Agency and with our valued community partners to enhance services for our clients. We have built incredible momentum and will continue that forward progression as a team to deliver much-needed services to our communities.”

Kim’s CEO appointment is effective immediately.