Michael C. Howlett
President & CEO
Mental Health Commission of Canada


Mr. Howlett’s professional career spans three decades. He has been recognized both as a successful business leader and champion of causes that defend those who cannot defend themselves. Distinguished as a results-oriented business and non-profit sector leader and respected for his work nationally and internationally.  Mr. Howlett has worked extensively with government, the medical and research community, and business. Very active with philanthropic and charitable organizations, he is a founding President of Portage Ontario, he now sits on its board. Mr. Howlett has also served on the Boards of The Children’s Aid Foundation, The Institute for the Prevention of Child Abuse, Meritus and United Way.  Most recently Mr. Howlett has been the President and CEO of the Canadian Diabetes Association, currently Mr. Howlett is the President and CEO of the Mental Health Commission of Canada.