Meet the CanDO Crew

Brie Birdsell, she/her

CanDO Society Co-Founder

Growing up in the mountains of northern British Columbia instilled in me a lifelong passion for the outdoors. Now residing in Deep River, Ontario, I continue to avidly adventure in nature, by exploring forest trails, camping, and swimming in every lake or river I can.  

Cultivating collective belonging shapes everything I do, and my dedication to community building has defined my life's path. Whether advocating for inclusion, organizing community events, volunteering locally, or inviting others into wilderness adventures, I approach each endeavour with the same enthusiasm and optimism I am known for.

Chelsea Ogilvie, she/her

CanDO Society Co-Founder

I am a total nerd for outdoor recreation. I spend all my free time either in nature or plotting my next adventure, You can find me exploring trails near and far, often with my doggo in tow. I am from Ottawa originally and live there now, but have been lucky enough to call Fredericton NB, Calgary AB, and Prince George BC home at various points in my life. I am a firm believer in the physical and mental health benefits of spending time outside, and I think everyone should be able to access those benefits. I am honoured to be able to do my part to support the growing disabled outdoor community in whatever ways I can. If you see me out on the trails please come say hi! 

CanDO Adaptive Learn-to-Camp Leadership

Cam brings CanDO energy wherever they go — turning challenges into opportunities and adventures into memories.
Raised among the trees and lakes, she’s a lifelong disabled camper who feels just as comfortable around a campfire as they do leading the way on a new idea. The Gatineau Park has been Cam’s playground since she was a few days old and she has learned to navigate its terrains, landscapes and beauty through various seasons of her life and versions of her disability. Through a myriad of outdoors experiences, Cam has also learned a lot about grief, change and the cyclical nature of life thanks to the quest to adapt to the elements of nature. Cam is your go-to for camping access hacks, swimming fun and food creativity in the outdoors.

Youth Accessibility Leader & Certified Adaptive MTB Coach

Elsa grew up in a small Franco-Ontarian community in the countryside, where summers were spent camping and exploring nature. After acquiring her disability, she rediscovered her love of the outdoors through adaptive mountain biking and places like the ready-to-camp sites at Oka.

Elsa brings a strong background in accessibility, disability rights, and event planning. Known as the queen of grants and logistics, she shows up with humour, lived experience, and a deep commitment to making outdoor spaces more accessible and welcoming.