Executive Director

Heather is originally from Petitcodiac. Over the years, she has worked with several dentists — including Dorchester Penitentiary, with the emergency dentist — giving her the unique experience of seeing patients in a hospital setting. Heather also taught at Oulton College for many years before taking on the role of Executive Director in 2021.

She loves to travel with her husband, and when they’re home, they enjoy the outdoors, either in their side-by-side ATV or walking their dog.

Q:  What talent would you like to learn?

A:  I love to sing (others don’t like it when I do) I would love to be able to sing around a camp fire while someone plays the guitar.

President

Lana is originally from Moncton, but made the move to Grand Lake in 2021 with her husband. She graduated from Oulton College in 2014 and has 9 years of experience in the dental assisting field.

She is currently on maternity leave, embracing the joys of motherhood, until work life returns. She looks forward to continuing to serve in this role, supporting the growth and success of the NBDAA.

Q:  3 places on your travel bucket list?

A:  Ireland, North Carolina and Alberta.

Vice-President

Chelsea is originally from the Ottawa Valley in Ontario. She studied Psychology in 2008 but switched to Dental Assisting in 2012, graduating top of her class. She has had extra training on implantology at the University of Toronto with research and training in infection control in Ottawa. In 2019, she moved to the Fredericton area and has been working in the same office since moving east. She was also the Canadian Dental Assistants Association  (CDAA) Representative in 2022.

She lives in Oromocto with her husband and 4 guinea pigs, and passively volunteers with a guinea pig rescue outside of Moncton. She is also a gamer, a bit of a nerd and is open about being an adult with lay diagnosis of being on the autism spectrum. 

Q: If you could jump into a pool or anything, what would it be? 

A: Assuming I cannot get injured or drown, a pool full of Coca-Cola while wearing a bathing suit made of Mentos mints. Because chaos.

Past President

NBDS Representative

Moncton Representative

Jason is a skilled and compassionate dental professional dedicated to supporting the dental assisting community in New Brunswick. Originally from Edmonton, Alberta, he moved to New Brunswick in 2023 to join his husband and build a life on the East Coast. Jason completed his Dental Administrative Assistant diploma in 2023 and went on to earn his Dental Assisting Level II diploma in 2025. Through his work with the NBDAA, he strives to promote education, advocacy, and professional development within the field.

In his free time, Jason enjoys building costumes, acting, and playing video games with his husband and friends.

Q:  What animal(s) most represents your personality?

A:  I'm always told I'm a mix of a golden retriever and a pug! Loyal, happy, excitable and helpful!

Fredericton Representative

Meet Joleigh.

Joleigh grew up in Maugerville, New Brunswick. She graduated dental assisting in 2020 from Oulton College and has 5 years of experiance in general dentistry. Joleigh joined the NBDAA board of directors in May of 2024 as our Fredericton Representative. She is very passionate about dental assisting, which sparked her interest in joining the team!

Joleigh enjoys spending time with her friends and loved ones, being active and going on adventures when she’s not working. 

Q:  3 places on your travel bucket list?

A:   Hawaii, Paris and New York 

Saint John Representative

Amanda grew up in Beaver Harbour and currently lives in Bonny River with her husband and 3 kids. She graduated valedictorian of her dental assisting class in 2013 from Dental Assistants College of Saint John. She has been working in a general dental clinic for 12 years where she enjoys being able to experience all aspects of dentistry.

When she's not working you can find her freezing in an arena watching her kids play hockey or sweating at the diamond coaching baseball/ playing softball. She is looking forward to getting the Saint John Local up and running again.

Q:  What is a language you'd like to lean and why?

A:  All of them, I would love to be able to communicate with anyone I meet.

North Shore Representative

Breanne Chambers has had the privilege of serving as the North Shore Representative for two years with the NBDAA. This role has allowed her to share her passion for dental assisting, connect with like-minded individuals, and contribute to a field she truly loves. Working alongside a dedicated team, she enjoys being part of the puzzle that helps move our profession forward.

She has been a dental assistant for three years, having graduated from Oulton College in 2022, and began working as a chairside dental assistant immediately after. Breanne is passionate about providing direct patient care and advocating for optimal oral health. Outside of work, she loves spending time with her dog, Radler, and her horse, Raya. She also has a deep appreciation for traveling and the outdoors.

Q:  What’s your favourite comfort food?

A:  A maritimers delicacy, Kraft Dinner and hot dogs.