Michelle Gibbens

Michelle is Director of Engagement for Canada’s Drug Agency. In this role, she leads teams that engage health system decision-makers, patients, caregivers, clinicians, and industry to strengthen the evidence products and services that inform public drug, health technology, and health system decisions. Prior to joining Canada’s Drug Agency, Michelle led work with patients, clinicians, and health system leaders in roles with public and voluntary sector health organizations at the local, provincial, and national levels. Michelle completed her Bachelor and Master of Social Work in policy and administration at the University of Manitoba in Winnipeg, Canada, and a Fellowship in Health System Improvement at the University of Alberta in 2026. She has also earned the Certified Health Executive (CHE) designation from the Canadian College of Health Leaders.