Dayna Weiten

Dayna Weiten is a Registered Dietitian with over 30 years of experience, specializing in nutrition counseling for various health conditions. After accumulating over 30 years of experience as a clinical dietitian in acute care settings within Winnipeg Hospitals, Dayna Weiten built expertise in nutrition care for a wide spectrum of health conditions. Her foundational dietetic internship at Health Sciences Centre Winnipeg earned her the Dietetic Internship Proficiency Award. Academically, Dayna graduated with distinction from the University of Manitoba, earning a Bachelor of Human Ecology in Foods and Nutrition, and completed a Certificate in Adult and Continuing Education from the same institution.

Dayna is a highly respected figure in the field of celiac disease, demonstrating leadership as the Nutrition Advisor for the Manitoba Chapter of the Canadian Celiac Association. She also contributes expert guidance as a pivotal member of the Professional Advisory Committee of the national Canadian Celiac Association. Her commitment to professional standards is further evidenced by her standing as a Registered Dietitian with the College of Dietitians of Manitoba and her active membership with Dietitians of Canada, reinforcing her dedication to advancing dietetic practice and public health. Beyond her direct client work and advisory roles, Dayna has engaged in significant contract initiatives for the broader dietetic community.

Notably, she developed the comprehensive Continuing Competency Program for the Manitoba College of Registered Dietitians, vital for maintaining high professional standards. She also served as Speaker Coordinator for the Dietitians of Canada Annual Conference, facilitating knowledge exchange. Dayna is a sought-after speaker, having delivered impactful presentations such as ‘Gluten Free 101’ for the National Celiac Association Conference and ‘Food Allergies’ for Manitoba Teachers Special Area Groups, sharing her specialized knowledge with wider audiences.