Dr. Caitlyn Gallant

Dr. Caitlyn Gallant is a Behavioural Science Fellow with Impact Canada. She is currently working with Health Canada, providing a behavioural science lens to support the work of the Strategic Policy Directorate (SPD) within the Controlled Substances and Cannabis Branch (CSCB).

Previously, Caitlyn completed a placement with PHAC's Behavioural Science Office, working with PHAC's Infectious Disease and Climate Change Program to better understand the barriers to tick-borne disease prevention.

Prior to joining the government, Caitlyn completed a Postdoctoral Fellowship at York University where she focused on understanding the mental health needs of children and youth with brain-based challenges and ways to optimize services for this population. Caitlyn holds a PhD in Psychology from Brock University and has experience conducting applied research with various community-based agencies and advocacy groups.