Alanna is a Certified Optometric Assistant with a knack for keeping the office organized and on schedule . She performs diagnostic testing with patients, manages our referrals, and is our resident technology whisperer. Alanna has been at the clinic since 2021, and amazes her colleagues every day with her ability to somehow be on top of everything. She cares deeply about inclusive and accessible care, and it shows in her diligent follow through with each patient. Alanna loves Post-It notes, reality TV, and skincare. She enjoys spending time with her wife and her cats in her down time.Currently she’s expanding her scope and taking the Optician Program.

Julie has always been a Vancouver Islander. Born in Alert Bay, she moved with her family to Esquimalt, where she grew up and attended school. Julie started in the Optical Industry in 1983 and obtained her dual license with the College of Opticians as an Optician/Contact lens fitter. She has been with Admirals Walk Optometry Clinic since 2005, and though she’ll never admit it, deserves credit for teaching most of our team how to create quality and patient centered eyewear. She now enjoys a part time schedule, and is told on a weekly basis that she is never allowed to retire. Julie and her husband are proud parents to two adult children. Outside of work, she enjoys camping on our beautiful Island, and taking cruises to warm places. Her 4 legged friends, Kevin and Henry keep her out and about for walkies, rain or shine and they love to visit the clinic and get some sugar from all the wonderful people their Mum works with.

Marie was born and raised in Victoria and has been in the optical industry since 2005. Marie joined our team in 2022, and we’re not sure what we did before we had her to tease us and keep us laughing. With years of knowledge under her belt, she earned her qualification as a Canadian Certified Optometric Assistant in 2025. Marie loves a good round of music bingo, cuddling with her crazy cat, Buddy, and watching The Masked Singer with her son. The only person who loved Marie’s husband’s cooking more than her was our previous office dog, Menta, who would do absolutely anything for one of those ribs.

Kathy is originally from Alberta, but has called Victoria home since 2019. Kathy first came to Admirals Walk Optometry as a patient, and our team liked her so much that we were eager to welcome her on board as a team member. Kathy is currently working towards her formal certification as an optometric assistant. With a background in Psychology and Child and Youth Care, Kathy has a knack for working with young people and their parents. Kathy is a natural born creative spirit you might see her booth (Whimsy and Magick) at craft fairs around town. As if her colleagues weren’t already in awe of her wide range of skills, Kathy also runs Hawthorn Energy Healing, where she works as a Reiki practitioner. Kathy is a proud mother of two adult children and three dog children. Kathy loves Star Wars, pretty notebooks, and fun stickers.

Nadia works as an optometric assistant. She was raised in Victoria and attended Lambrick Park Secondary School. She enjoys pretesting patients, assisting with pickups and answering phone calls at the reception desk helping out where she’s needed. You can often find her bright smile at reception, welcoming patients to the clinic. Her colleagues admire her for her infectious laugh and sense of humour. She currently attends UVic, working towards a bachelor’s degree in political science. She enjoys travelling, playing guitar, listening to Lana Del Rey, ordering UberEats from restaurants that are walking distance from her, and exploring new places.

Leia was born in Mexico, and adopted by Dr. Dennis and her partner in March 2025. Her official job title is Chief Morale Officer, and she strictly requires smiles from patients and staff alike. Leia is a cuddly little lady who loves treats of all varieties, but does not like squeakers in her toys. She takes her job seriously, and is often found patrolling the front desk to ensure that all patients have been greeted (and sniffed). Her favourite word is pretty and she will love you endlessly if you tell her she’s a pretty girl. She has many skills, including spinning, shaking paws, and taking ten hour naps.

Alyssa came to Victoria in 2024 and is currently pursuing a Health Information Science major at UVic. She enjoys getting involved in many aspects of patient care, including pretesting, handling documents, and assisting with frame selections. She is especially curious about the medical system and likes figuring out and solving problems. Alyssa is known by her colleagues for her desire to learn new skills, and natural ability to train Leia the office dog to do new tricks. Alyssa loves photography and spending her time indoors, doing flower arrangements and baking since she has the biggest sweet tooth ever. Because of her terrific prescription, Alyssa’s ultimate dream is to be able to wear blue contact lenses one day.