Heather Nowlan
About Heather Nowlan
Heather Nowlan is a Program Manager in Governance at the Canadian Medical Association, where she promotes security best practices and contributes to workplace safety initiatives. She has extensive experience in legal education and health administration, having held various roles at the Canadian Bar Association and the Canadian Medical Association over two decades.
Current Role as Program Manager at Canadian Medical Association
Heather Nowlan currently serves as the Program Manager, Governance at the Canadian Medical Association. In this role, she has been responsible for overseeing governance-related initiatives and ensuring compliance with organizational standards. She has held this position since 2018, contributing to the development and implementation of policies that enhance the association's governance framework.
Previous Experience at Canadian Medical Association
Heather Nowlan worked at the Canadian Medical Association from 2007 to 2018, where she held the positions of Manager, Board Administrative Services and Privacy Analyst. During her tenure, she focused on administrative support for the board and managed privacy-related matters, ensuring adherence to relevant regulations and best practices.
Experience at Canadian Bar Association
Heather Nowlan has extensive experience with the Canadian Bar Association, where she worked in various roles from 1997 to 2006. She served as Project Officer, Associate Director, and Director of Continuing Legal Education. Her work involved developing educational programs and resources for legal professionals, enhancing their knowledge and skills.
Certifications and Safety Initiatives
Heather Nowlan holds a Joint Health & Safety Certification, reflecting her expertise in occupational health and safety standards. She co-chairs the Joint Occupational Health & Safety Committee, contributing to workplace safety initiatives. Additionally, she is a member of the Emergency Response Team and participates in the Automatic External Defibrillator (AED) Team, ensuring the organization is prepared for emergencies.
Security Awareness Champion Role
In her current role, Heather Nowlan acts as a Security Awareness Champion within the Canadian Medical Association. She promotes best practices in security throughout the organization, helping to foster a culture of awareness and compliance regarding security protocols.