Melissa Allen

Melissa Allen is a Performance Dietitian with the Canadian Sport Institute Atlantic, where she has supported elite athletes since 2018. She provides nutritional guidance to Canada’s top performers, including athletes from Canoe Kayak Canada, members of the National FX, Nacra and ICLA Sailing Team, and Halifax Tides FC.

Melissa specializes in periodized nutrition strategies, tailoring macro- and micronutrient intake to meet the demands of training and competition. As a key member of multiple Integrated Support Teams (IST), she contributes to the performance and development of numerous Nova Scotian provincial sport organizations. Her role includes delivering evidence-based nutrition education sessions to athletes, coaches, and families, as well as conducting individualized assessments for targeted athlete support.

With credentials including an IOC Diploma in Sports Nutrition and experience across multiple sports, Melissa is dedicated to helping athletes reach their full potential through practical, performance-driven nutrition.