Alexandra Creighton
About Alexandra Creighton
Alexandra Creighton serves as a Special Assistant for Accessibility Policy at the Government of Canada since 2018, where she engages with national disability organizations to support the Accessible Canada Act. She holds a PhD in Health Policy from York University and has a diverse background in fundraising, coordination, and various internships in health-related organizations.
Work at Government of Canada
Alexandra Creighton has served as a Special Assistant in Accessibility Policy at the Government of Canada since 2018. In this role, she has engaged with national disability organizations and stakeholders to support the implementation of the Accessible Canada Act. Her work focuses on the execution of policies related to accessibility, contributing to the successful enactment of legislation aimed at improving accessibility for Canadians with disabilities.
Education and Expertise
Alexandra Creighton is currently pursuing a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Health Policy at York University, expected to complete in 2025. She holds a Master's degree in Health Policy with a focus on Critical Disability Studies from York University, achieved in 2018. Additionally, she earned an Honours Bachelor of Arts in History from Queen’s University in 2012. Her academic background supports her expertise in health policy and accessibility issues.
Professional Background
Before her current position, Alexandra Creighton held various roles in different organizations. She worked as an Account Executive in Fundraising Services at Cornerstone Group of Companies from 2015 to 2016 and as a Games Coordinator for the INVICTUS GAMES Toronto 2017 from 2016 to 2017. Her earlier experience includes internships at Childhood Cancer Canada Foundation and Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital Foundation in 2015, as well as positions at RBC in various capacities from 2011 to 2013.
Achievements in Accessibility Policy
In her role at the Government of Canada, Alexandra Creighton has played a key role in engaging with national disability organizations and stakeholders. Her contributions have been instrumental in the implementation of the Accessible Canada Act, which aims to create a barrier-free Canada for individuals with disabilities. Her expertise in policy execution has supported the successful enactment of this important legislation.