Meet our Fantastic
Crew Members

Ian

Captain

Zodiac Skipper

Ian

Captain

Zodiac Skipper

Captain Ian was born and raised near Liverpool, England. After finishing his degree in Earth Sciences, he travelled the world extensively and soon found his passion for wildlife and the ocean. He has worked all over the globe; as Dive Master & Captain in the Cayman Islands and a Master Scuba Diver Trainer in Cozumel, Mexico. Ian has chosen Victoria to settle down with his wife and kids! Ian says “I have immense respect for the ocean and its wildlife and I am truly privileged to work out there on a daily basis.”

Jasper

Captain

Zodiac Skipper

Jasper

Captain

Zodiac Skipper

Born and raised in Victoria, Jasper started working in the Whale Watching industry in 2016. He has been exploring the Salish Sea from a young age and is grateful for the opportunity to share his passion of marine wildlife with passengers from all over the world! When Jasper is not working on the Marauder IV or Fastide, he can be found exploring our beautiful coast.

Marty

Captain

Chief Mate

Marty

Captain

Chief Mate

One of Captain Marty’s passions is hiking. Really big hikes. He is often found in the mountains on multi-day trips, exploring the wilderness and climbing peaks. He is our team hiking leader! On Sundays, you can find him exploring the vast network of hiking trails found in and around Victoria. Ask him for some recommendations if you are interested in exploring some breathtaking views and unique places to stretch your legs.

Yves

Chief Mate

Yves

Chief Mate

Yves was born in Ste Anne de la Perade, PO, on the shores of the St Lawrence River. He came to Victoria when he joined the Royal Canadian Navy. After many adventures and 37.5 years later, Yves retired in Victoria where he has since enjoyed 22 years on the waters in and around Victoria Harbour. “Taking photos of birds and marine wildlife is one of the hobbies I enjoy when at work, at home, or traveling the globe.” In addition to being a very talented photographer, Yves also enjoys woodworking and is the creator of the wonderful pieces you will see in our office! We hope you will drop by to see them!

Katie

Chief Mate

Marine Naturalist

Katie

Chief Mate

Marine Naturalist

Katie is from the Niagara Region in Ontario. She attended the University of Guelph where she studied Zoology. During her university summers, she worked at Lake Huron where she learned to scuba dive and then eventually became a first mate on a shipwreck/island tour boat. “I admired the Salish Sea from afar for a few years, learning as much as I could while dreaming of merging my mariner career with my passion for wildlife and being a naturalist.” Katie finally moved to Vancouver Island in September 2022 with her husband and beloved 15 year old cat! “My favorite fact is that the Salish Sea is one of the most biologically rich inland seas in the world! I have so much gratitude for my time exploring it with our guests and building connection, respect, and admiration for this ecological jewel and its extraordinary inhabitants.”

Kate

Marine Naturalist

Zodiac Skipper

Kate

Marine Naturalist

Zodiac Skipper

Kate grew up in Windsor, Ontario and spent every summer on the shore of Lake Superior where she fell in love with being on the water and immersed in nature. After completing her BSc in Biology, she moved to the BC coast in 2018, where she merged her passions of being on the water with marine research and conservation. Her work as a field biologist on various marine projects over the years has allowed her to extensively explore the surrounding waters of Vancouver Island and has introduced an adoration and curiosity for all marine organisms found in this diverse ecosystem. Sharing her knowledge and respect for the wildlife found throughout our tours in the Salish Sea has become something she deeply treasures and can’t wait to share more magical moments with our guests.

Courtney

Marine Naturalist

Courtney

Marine Naturalist

Originally from Toronto, Courtney has a degree in Environmental Studies from Wellesley College in Massachusetts.

Enthralled by the natural world, she loved the combination of ecology, environmental history, and environmental policy her degree provided. She now uses those lenses to craft engaging narratives about the Salish Sea and all its wonders.

Before joining Springtide, Courtney worked for many years in urban planning and community engagement for a governmental body in the Toronto area. There, she helped neighbourhoods combat and adapt to climate change and its many effects.

In 2023, she came to Victoria for a three-month ecology internship and fell in love with the Salish Sea. Victoria has been home for her ever since.

When not out on our Springtide vessels, Courtney loves to read or be in and around the water. You can often find her at the library, cold-dipping in the ocean, biking around the island, or kayaking along the shores.

Katie

Marine Naturalist

Katie

Marine Naturalist

Katie grew up in Calgary, Alberta before moving to the west coast for university where she completed a BSc in Geography and Environmental Studies at UVIC. Her experience working as a snorkel guide and naturalist in Panama, combined with her passion for marine ecosystems, led her to pursue a naturalist job with Springtide in Victoria. Katie is looking forward to building connections between guests and the incredible wildlife the Salish Sea has to offer! Outside of work Katie loves to spend her time climbing, hiking, cycling or surfing.

Molly

Guest Service Agent

Marine Naturalist

Molly

Guest Service Agent

Marine Naturalist

With an undergraduate degree in Zoology and a masters degree in Wildlife Filmmaking, Molly has spent the last five years working in wildlife documentary production, travelling all over the world to tell conservation stories that inspire people to protect the natural world. Her last project, a three-part series about whales, inspired her to join the Springtide team and she moved over from the UK earlier this year. While still new to Victoria, Molly is enjoying getting to know all the beauty and wildlife that Vancouver Island and the Salish Sea have to offer.

Adriana

Guest Service Agent

Adriana

Guest Service Agent

Adriana grew up in Ecuador and has been living in Victoria since 2023. She did her undergraduate studies in Ontario and moved to the West Coast to enjoy the warmer weather and beautiful surroundings. Adriana has been whale watching in both Ecuador and Victoria and her love for whales and marine wildlife has grown ever since working with SpringTide! In her free time, you can find Adriana going out for walks and soaking up the sun while listening to reggaeton.

Olga

Guest Service Agent

Olga

Guest Service Agent

Olga grew up in Saskatchewan, and after falling in love with the beauty of the West Coast, decided to stay on Vancouver Island upon completion of the Bachelor’s degree in Global Tourism Management at Royal Roads University. Olga is excited to expand her knowledge of marine wildlife and be part of SpringTide’s fun atmosphere! In her free time, Olga loves to be outdoors, journal and learn new skills.

Experience year-round whale sightings with our Winter Zodiac Adventures!

Meet our FantasticCrew Members

Ian

Jasper

Marty

Yves

Katie

Kate

Courtney

Katie

Molly

Adriana

Olga

Meet our Fantastic
Crew Members