Biographical Profile
Why did you become a chiropractor?
Watching my father help patients eliminate pain, improve their quality of life and build long-lasting relationships inspired me to become a chiropractor. I grew up with a deep appreciation for the chiropractic profession and its profound impact on people’s lives.
Helping others and making a meaningful difference has always mattered to me. I value connecting with patients and caring for them throughout their life. Chiropractic along with managing a multidisciplinary clinic allows my entrepreneurial spirit and enthusiasm for collaboration to thrive.
I love being part of a profession that enables people to achieve and maintain health naturally. The diversity of chiropractic practice allows us to work individually or in teams, to use modalities or simply our hands, to teach or research. Collectively chiropractors achieve the common goal of improving people’s quality of life.
Where do you practise?
I trained at the Anglo-European College of Chiropractic in England gaining a broad understanding of the chiropractic profession and its practice in different parts of the world.
Having grown up in Guelph, I am proud to now practise in my hometown at Central Health Care, serving the city and the surrounding Wellington County. Within my clinic I lead an interprofessional team that includes Chiropractors, Physiotherapists, Massage Therapists, a Traditional Chinese Medicine Acupuncturist, a Reiki Master and a Chiropodist.
What is your motto or mantra?
“Begin each day with gratitude.” Our world can feel dark at times; focusing on gratitude helps us see the light, appreciate opportunities, and approach each day with purpose and positivity.
Credentials and Designations
- Traditional Chinese Medicine Acupuncturist in 2018
- GLA:D(Good Living with Osteo Arthritis, Denmark) Canada certification in 2017
- Certificate of Medical Acupuncture Level 1 & 2 from McMaster University Health Sciences in 2004 & 2008
- Doctor of Chiropractic in 2002
- Master of Science in Chiropractic from Anglo-European College of Chiropractic in 2002
- Sc. Honours in Chiropractic Science from Anglo-European College of Chiropractic in 2001
- Sc. from the University of Western Ontario in 1998
Leadership Engagement
What skills will you bring to the Board?
During my tenure on the OCA Board of Directors I’ve had the privilege of serving on the Governance Committee, a cornerstone in maintaining up-to-date bylaws and ensuring strong CEO succession planning.
As Chair of the Nominating Committee, I took seriously the responsibility of identifying and supporting the right individuals to promote and advocate for our profession. I also continue to champion chiropractic through ongoing advocacy with elected officials, hospital leaders and medical professionals.
I’m particularly proud and excited about the OCA’s tremendous progress in advancing Scope Expansion in Ontario. The OCA’s leadership team, staff and Board are driving forward this long-awaited and essential initiative with clarity and purpose, communicating effectively with both government and chiropractors across the province. As a Board member, I’m proud to see the OCA ensuring that chiropractors remain trusted primary care providers, equipped with the tools and scope necessary to deliver the highest standard of care in Ontario.
Community Programs and Initiatives
My primary focus has always been on my patients and ensuring they receive the highest standard of care. The diversity and volume of patient experiences allow me to be an active community participant collaborating through referrals, information-sharing, and problem-solving to improve overall community well-being.
Other Contributions to the Chiropractic Profession
I have participated in the CMCC Clinical Externship Program, providing interns with opportunities to apply their pre-clinical learning and patient care skills in a supportive, supervised environment. This experience helps prepare future chiropractors to succeed in an evolving health care system.
Since 2006, I have also taught and served as an examiner in McMaster University’s Medical Acupuncture Program, helping chiropractors expand their clinical skills and add to their repertoire of techniques.
I believe apathy is one of the greatest modern challenges. Our profession means a great deal to me, and I feel a strong sense of responsibility to ensure chiropractic remains a vital and respected partner in our health care system. To that end, I regularly mentor students, host shadowing opportunities in my clinic, and maintain close working relationships with other health care professionals across disciplines.
Dr. Jenny Elliott Answers Four OCA Townhall Questions
1. What do you think is currently the most important opportunity (or highest priority) for the chiropractic profession in Ontario and why?
The greatest opportunity before us lies in strengthening chiropractic’s position within Ontario’s broader healthcare system and truly living the OCA’s Vision of “Caring Chiropractors for Healthier Ontarians.” Chiropractic is a safe, effective and evidence-based form of care that can and should be accessible to every Ontarian. The public’s growing interest in preventative and holistic health creates a powerful moment for our profession to demonstrate its essential role in community well-being.
To seize this opportunity, we must improve public understanding of who we are and what we do through consistent, credible communication that highlights the quality and safety of our patient care. Equally important is deepening our collaboration with other healthcare professionals. Building mutual respect and interdisciplinary relationships will ensure patients receive the most integrated and effective care possible.
With only 5,500 chiropractors serving more than 14 million Ontarians there is significant capacity for growth. Our focus should be on awareness, accessibility and integration positioning chiropractic as an indispensable component of Ontario’s healthcare landscape.
2. What do you think is the most important role OCA Board can play during the next three years?
The OCA Board’s most important role over the next three years is to lead with vision and unity, ensuring our profession continues to evolve while remaining grounded in evidence-based, patient-centred practice.
In line with the OCA’s Mission “To serve our members and the public by advancing the understanding and use of chiropractic care”, the Board should continue to:
- Advocate strongly for chiropractic inclusion within public health strategies and government frameworks.
- Enhance public and interprofessional communication to elevate trust and understanding.
- Support practitioners across all stages of their careers from recent graduates to those nearing retirement by addressing changing needs in education, technology, and business sustainability.
The Board must act as both strategic advocate and bridge-builder, fostering alignment among practitioners, patients, government and the broader health community.
3. What key difference do you want the Board to make during your tenure on the OCA Board of Directors (for 2026-2029)?
During my tenure, I would like to help the OCA Board strengthen the profession’s visibility and credibility. Specifically, I would work toward:
- Elevating our collective voice through consistent and evidence-based public communication.
- Expanding mentorship and collaboration between new and veteran practitioners, honouring the wisdom of experience while embracing innovation and new perspectives.
- Championing resilience in practice, ensuring chiropractors have the tools, resources and advocacy support to thrive through change; from technology shifts to future public-health challenges.