David Chapman-Smith

David Chapman-Smith is an internationally respected legal professional and chiropractic consultant, renowned for his leadership in global spine care advocacy. He served as Secretary-General of the World Federation of Chiropractic (WFC) from 1988 to 2015, advancing chiropractic education, research, and policy worldwide. A barrister with a Bachelor of Laws (Honours) from Auckland University and a Postgraduate Certificate in Education from the University of London, David also practiced law in both New Zealand and Canada, including as General Counsel for the Ontario Chiropractic Association (1982–2001).

From 1986 to 2016, he was Editor and Publisher of The Chiropractic Report, a widely-read international newsletter. His scholarly and professional contributions include The Chiropractic Profession (2000) and numerous articles, government submissions, and edited works. His influence was formally recognized when the WFC renamed its Honour Awards the David Chapman-Smith Awards upon his retirement.

David has served on various boards, including as President of Toronto Standard Condominium Corporation 1681 since 2012, and is an active member of the Rotary Club of Cobourg. He is also the President of Dinheiro Inc.

He holds honorary doctorates from Parker University and the Institut Franco-Européen de Chiropraxie. David lives in Ontario, Canada, with his wife, four children, four step-children, and 14 grandchildren in Canada and Brazil. He enjoys running, music, writing, and travel.