About
The Matthew Perry House was lovingly founded by Matthew's family and friends. We work to honour him by carrying on his commitment to helping others through recovery.
Matthew Perry House Staff
Caitlin Morrison – Executive Director
Caitlin Morrison has over 20 years of experience in non-profit leadership in equity, mental health, and health organizations. She has a stubborn dedication to ensuring that organizations work responsibly and keep those they serve at the heart of everything they do.
Despite her spring chicken days being behind her, Caitlin will always think of herself as Matthew’s kid sister–a wide-eyed girl who thought (still thinks) her brother was the coolest human being who has ever existed. Like any little sister, she learned a lot from her big brother: how to butter popcorn correctly, how to “edit” a report card, how to perform “Who’s on First” with perfect comedic timing. But the best thing he ever taught her was that no matter how many times you fail, you haven’t failed until you stop trying.
Kayla Folo – Head of Marketing and Communications
Kayla Folo has years of experience in public relations and communications leadership. But her brilliance in these areas is not why Matthew Perry House is lucky to have her on the team. Kayla is committed to serving people, helping people find their own path to building lives, and finding creative ways to break down stigma through storytelling.
Despite her questionable enjoyment of reality television, Kayla has an uncanny ability to combine poignancy and humour. We couldn’t imagine anyone better to create the public voice and image of the organization. That said, if you don’t like something you read on our social media, you now know who to blame.
Kelly Campbell – Senior Manager, Government and Stakeholder Relations
Kelly Campbell is a policy nerd at heart who never quite shook her passion for creating change. After 16 years with the Government of Canada — shaping policies and securing millions in federal funding — she learned that the best solutions come from listening to those they’re meant to serve.
Today, Kelly is happy to be back in the not‑for‑profit sector, combining her expertise with deeply personal experience. Substance use has impacted her family, and she knows how stigma can silence vital conversations — and how the right support at the right time can save lives.
Kelly holds a degree from Queen’s University, a Master of Science from the London School of Economics, and is an Associate Certified Coach accredited by the International Coaching Federation.
The Foundation Board
Brian Murray
Brian Murray is the Vice President at the Ottawa-based Waterford Property Group, a commercial real estate, management and development firm. Outside of his professional role, Brian is proud to support organizations that serve the people of Ottawa. His volunteer history includes 20 years in various capacities for The Royal, work for which he was recently awarded the 2024 Mental Health Advocate of the Year award.
In his younger days, Brian was Matthew’s trusted sidekick (or the other way around, depending on who you ask). They went to the same schools, played and competed in the same sports, and definitely never got in trouble for anything. Brian and his brother Chris always remained very close friends with Matthew, ensuring that he never lost his true identity as a funny kid from Ottawa, even when he became a Hollywood Big Shot.
Suzanne Morrison
For most of his childhood, Matthew and his mum, Suzanne Perry Morrison, were peas in a pod. They were a young family of two who loved each other and got on each other’s nerves and stayed firmly in each other’s corners. Over the years, as time went by and families grew, Matthew and Suzanne remained special to each other in a way that no one else could touch. They had their own language. They weekly spent hours on the phone and countless data in texts. Even when they argued, they put their whole hearts into it.
Suzanne brings years of legislative and professional knowledge to Matthew Perry House’s Board of Directors. She is committed to the organization’s work and vision, and deeply committed to giving families and mothers a safe place where they can talk about the emotional realities of loving someone living in addiction without shame or fear.
Mark Fell
Mark Fell is Vice Chairman, responsible for delivering senior executive coverage to RBC’s Enterprise Strategic Clients. He works with complex families and their businesses providing guidance and solutions to them globally. As an executive of RBC, Mark has led the Bank’s strategy around family office and ultra-high net worth clients for many years and most recently served as Head, Family Office and Strategic Clients. He previously led global strategy and marketing for RBC Wealth Management and has worked for over twenty years at RBC. Prior to joining the Bank, Mark founded his own financial services consulting firm and began his career in the UK working for the London International Financial Futures and Options Exchange (LIFFE).
Mark serves as Trustee and Director for several not-for-profits including the St. Andrew’s College Foundation and is currently Chair of His Majesty The King’s Canadian Charity – The Prince’s Trust Canada and is a global Trustee and Director of His Majesty’s flagship charity – The Prince’s Trust Group Co which is one of the largest youth focused charities operating in 19 countries. Mark holds a law degree from the University of Oxford (MA, Oxon), a BA (Hons) from Queen’s University and an ICD.D from the Institute of Corporate Directors at the University of Toronto Rotman School of Business. He enjoys skiing, canoe tripping in the Canadian wilderness and has a great personal interest in the visual arts. Mark has three children and lives in Toronto with his wife Dawn.
Diane Bainbridge
Diane Bainbridge is a seasoned communications executive and purpose-driven leader with over two decades of experience shaping global brand and social impact strategies. She has led communications for iconic fashion and beauty brands including MAC Cosmetics, Aesop, Hudson’s Bay, and Joe Fresh, with a focus on storytelling, crisis management, partnerships, and executive visibility.
Diane has also held leadership roles at the MAC AIDS Fund, Hudson’s Bay Foundation, and Saks Foundation, where she spearheaded major philanthropic campaigns supporting mental health, racial equity, HIV/AIDS, and reconciliation—raising millions for organizations such as CAMH, The Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund, and the Clinton Foundation. As Vice President of the HBC Foundation, she launched flagship initiatives Charter for Change and Headfirst, which collectively raised over $10 million.
A passionate advocate for mental health and addiction awareness, Diane brings both professional insight and lived experience to the Matthew Perry Foundation board, having celebrated eight years of sobriety. She is committed to advancing the Foundation’s mission and carrying forward Matthew’s legacy of honesty, humour, and hope.
She holds diplomas and certifications in fashion merchandising, international relations, and communications from Seneca College, City University London, and the University of London.
Johanne Levesque
Johanne Levesque is a transformational leader in health and social care, with over 35 years of impact driving innovation and system change across mental health, substance use health, public health, and community services. Known for her strategic vision and compassionate leadership, Johanne has dedicated her career to designing and delivering services that truly put individuals and families first.
As former Executive Director of Rideauwood Addictions and Family Services, Johanne led the organization through key growth and accreditation, expanding access to high-quality counselling and support for youth, adults, and families navigating the challenges of substance use, addictions, and mental health. Her leadership is defined by collaboration, results-driven strategy, and a deep commitment to improving outcomes at every level.
A trusted voice in governance and system planning, Johanne has served on the boards of several leading organizations, including as Board Chair of the Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario (CHEO), and as a board member with the Ottawa Hospital Research Institute, the Ontario Centre of Excellence for Child and Youth Mental Health, the Youth Services Bureau of Ottawa, and Addictions and Mental Health Ontario. Her board contributions are marked by strategic insight, stakeholder engagement, and a focus on mission-driven impact.
Johanne holds a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Ottawa, a Master of Public Administration from Queen’s University, and is a Certified Health Executive (CHE) with the Canadian College of Health Leaders. Today, in retirement, she remains actively engaged in community initiatives and continues to champion better health and social outcomes for all.
Advisory Council
Dr. Leslie Buckley
Chief of Addictions, CAMH
Dr. Marco Leyton
Co-Director, Neurobiological Psychiatry Unit, Department of Psychiatry, McGill University
Dara A Charney, MD, FRCPC
Ambassadors
Lisa Kudrow
Hank Azaria
Lauren Graham
Richard Kind
Maggie Wheeler
Yvette Nicole Brown
Christine Taylor
Amy Goldberg
David Crane
About our Advocates
The Matthew Perry House (“MPH”) is grateful for the support and advocacy of our ambassadors, people who loved Matthew and believe that supporting people in recovery is a fitting way to honour his memory. While their efforts contribute significantly to our mission and goals, it’s important to clarify the following:
- Support and Advocacy: Individuals who advocate for MPH’s mission do so voluntarily and out of their own goodwill.
- Limitation of Liability: MPH acknowledges that our advocates provide support in good faith. However, MPH operates independently and assumes full responsibility for its programs, services, and actions.
- Indemnification: MPH agrees to indemnify and hold harmless our advocates from any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, or expenses (including legal fees) arising out of or in connection with their advocacy activities on behalf of MPH. This includes, but is not limited to, claims related to the outcomes, results, or impacts of MPH’s programs or initiatives.
- No Legal Relationship: Advocacy for MPH does not establish any legal relationship, partnership, joint venture, employment, or agency relationship between the advocate and MPH.