History

In 1999, Dr. Chaim Roifman, a global expert on Primary Immunodeficiency,  Mr. Jay Lefton and Mr. John Perl established the Canadian Immunodeficiency Society (CI Society) to provide patient support, education and research into a cure for Primary Immunodeficiency.

In 2006,  Richard Thompson joined as Chief Executive Officer, additional Board members were recruited, programs were expanded and today the CI Society is a leading national organization working with health science centers and hospitals across Canada.

The CI Society upholds Imagine Canada’s Ethical Fundraising and Financial Accountability Code. The CI Society is a registered charity, # 87276 0897 RR0001.