Riva Walia

Riva Walia is an internationally recognized business leader and the Founding Managing Director of the France Canada Chamber of Commerce (ON, MB). She was bestowed the prestigious title of Chevalier de l’Ordre National du Mérite by the President of France, honoring her outstanding contributions to Franco-Canadian economic relations as well as the Coronation Medal in commemoration of His Majesty’s Coronation as King of Canada and in recognition of her valuable contribution to Canada.

With an MBA from Cornell University and over two decades of experience, Riva has held senior leadership roles in strategy, management consulting, and non-profit governance. Her career includes leading multibillion-dollar transformation programs at top-tier organizations such as Accenture and the Royal Bank of Canada, delivering strategic value and operational excellence for Fortune 500 clients across North America, Europe, and Asia.

Riva is also the Founder and CEO of VERTified, a pioneering global platform for ESG verification that helps companies measure, manage, and reduce their environmental impact through standardized reporting and carbon footprint assessment.

Deeply committed to inclusive leadership and social impact, Riva conceptualized and heads the UN Migration Starfish program and actively supports the United Nations Women’s Empowerment Principles in Canada and serves on multiple boards, including the European Union Chamber of Commerce, French Tech, Breast Cancer Society of Canada, Women in Governance, and Canada Walk of Fame.

Riva’s decision to join the Board of Trillium Health Partners is deeply rooted in both her personal experience and her long-standing commitment to advancing equitable, accessible, and innovative healthcare. As a patient of Trillium and a resident of the area, she has seen firsthand how the organization supports and adapts to the evolving needs of the community. Having witnessed the profound impact of quality care on individuals and families, she has always felt a deep desire to give back. For Riva, this role is not only an extension of her values in social impact and inclusive leadership, but also a meaningful opportunity to contribute to a cause that touches every life: health.