Meet Our Team
Alice moved at an early age with her family to the lower mainland from Hong Kong. She is active in her community and speaks fluent Cantonese and Mandarin. Alice has been working in the dental profession over a decade. Alice spends most of her time outside of work with her husband and son, as well as her cat and two dogs. She also enjoys building Lego, anything snoopy or mickey mouse, soap making and printing 3D figurines.
Sarah has a background in aesthetics having worked in the spa industry for over 10 years before switching to the dental field. She is a quick learner and a natural with customer service. Sarah grew up in Richmond. She enjoys getting to know you, out patients and supporting our local community. In her spare time Sarah enjoys spending time with her husband Jaros and their two kids, trying her hand in cooking, aesthetics and spending time with her friends.
Alejandra moved to Vancouver from Mexico 20 years ago. She joined Steveston Smiles in late September 2023. Alejandra has 15 years of experience in customer service and took the Dental Reception program at Langara Collage in 2021. Outside of work, Alejandra enjoys cooking, listening to various types of music, Netflix and weight training.
Amina came to Canada when She was 2 with her parents from Somalia, she grew up mostly in Richmond since 2005. She has a background in childcare as an Early childhood Educator, and loved working with kids. She started my dental training at Fraser Valley Continuing Education, where she did my dental administrator course. In her spare time she likes to travel, read and spend time with friends and family.
Jo is a long time Richmond resident. She graduated from VCC Certified Dental Assistant Program in 1989. Jo has been a Steveston Smiles team member since 1991, working side by side with Dr. Doug until his retirement. Outside of work Jo enjoys playing golf with friends, bowling, Zumba, yoga and listening to country music. Jo has also had the privilege of volunteering for dental missions in Central America as well as locally with Dr. Doug and The Dental Mission Project, finding it a rewarding and life changing experience.
Annie was a dentist in China before moving to Canada. Annie attended CDI college for her Certified Dental Assistant certification and has additional specialized training in orthodontics. Annie has a passion for healthy smiles and continues to learn and keep up to date with the latest in clear aligners and orthodontics. She enjoys working with multicultural coworkers so that she can learn more about the world. Annie is an avid gardener, loves to hike and camp, she enjoys spending time eating with friends and dreams of traveling around the world.
Vianne has been a chairside assistant since 2017. She is currently taking her Certified Dental Assistant training through VCC’s online program while also working full-time at Steveston Smiles. Vianne is fluent is both Mandarin and Cantonese. Outside of work Vianne likes to spend time with friends, being outdoors hiking and camping and hanging out with her cat.
Amanda has over 25 years of experience as a Certified Dental Assistant. She graduated from the College of New Caledonia in Prince George and began her career there before moving to the Lower Mainland in 1999. Over the past 15+ years, Amanda has worked extensively with extremely nervous and anxious patients and is known for her calming presence and ability to help people feel comfortable during their dental visits. Outside of the clinic, she enjoys teaching yoga and fitness classes and spending time hiking, reflecting her passion for health, movement, and overall well-being.
A’la brings a dedicated, patient-centric approach, excellent organizational skills, and a strong desire to learn and grow within our collaborative dental practice. She started in dentistry as a chairside assistant and graduated from Vancouver Community College in 2025. A’la is committed to ensuring a positive environment for patients. Her enthusiasm for embracing new technology and commitment to patient care make her a valuable addition to our team.
Shirin’s journey into the dental field began in 2012, when she decided to pivot from her career as a jewelry sales representative to pursue dental assisting. Graduating from the Certified Dental Assistant program at VCC in 2014, Shirin is committed to providing exceptional care which is evident in everything she does, from assisting in procedures to ensuring patients feel comfortable and at ease. You will see Shirin at Steveston Smiles on Fridays. Outside of her professional life, Shirin treasures time with her husband, daughters, and close friends, often spending her free moments baking and creating delightful treats.
Bonnie has been in the dental field since 2001, starting at the front desk, then as an assistant and now finding her passion as a dental hygienist. Bonnie is our team Invisaleader coordinating our orthodontics patient’s virtual DentalMonitoring with our dentists. Bonnie is certified to provide laser treatment for gum disease. When not busy at work she enjoys spending time with her family and in the kitchen. Bonnie is a very talent baker.
Dawna has always had a passion for science and knowledge. She graduated with a BSc from UBC before pursuing a career in dental hygiene. Dawna then completed her Bachelor of Dental Science degree at UBC. Dawna has a passion for helping people achieve their oral health goals by keeping current on new preventative oral health research. In her spare time, Dawna enjoys going on adventures with her husband and two young daughters. She also enjoys crafts, shopping and reading.
Navraj was a dentist in India before coming to Vancouver. She worked as a chairside assistant and dental administrator before going back to school in Ontario to become a dental hygienist. She is passionate about oral health and patient care blending professionalism, dedication, and cultural appreciation in both her personal and professional endeavors. Outside of her professional life Navraj enjoys spending time with her family and her enthusiasm for Bollywood dance and Bhangra.
Danielle has been in the dental field since 2017, starting as a certified dental assistant before returning to school in Toronto and becoming a registered dental hygienist. She loves working with kids and getting them excited about their oral health. It is a privilege for her to be able to serve the community she grew up in. When not in the clinic, she can usually be found snowboarding on our beautiful BC mountains, in a hot yoga studio, or in the kitchen preparing meals for friends and family.
Sarah was born in Vancouver and has a background in communications, sales, and marketing. She found her passion for dentistry in 2020. One of her goals is to help make the dental office feel less intimidating and a place patients are excited to visit. Sarah says the best part of her job is, the people, both the team and the patients whom she has the privileged to care for. She believes everyone can achieve their dream smile. She values evidence-based practice, patient comfort, and continuous education.
Outside of work, she enjoys baking, reading fantasy novels, spending time with family, and going on long city walks.
Outside of work, she enjoys baking, reading fantasy novels, spending time with family, and going on long city walks.
Chris is the operations and IT manager at Steveston Smiles. Chris has been a part of the team for many years, first in an IT role which transitioned into his role as the operations manager. Chris has a background as a master auto mechanic and worked in the IT department at White Spot before joining the team. Chris handles the IT for the office as well as fixing the building and dental equipment when it breaks. We haven’t met a challenge that Chris hasn’t been able to fix yet.