Shelly graduated as a Registered Massage Therapist from Okanagan Valley College of Massage Therapy after changing careers from treating patients as a Paramedic and Victim Services Worker. She is using her extensive training to proactively and effectively treat musculoskeletal, soft tissue, physiological, and neurological traumas.
Shelly Olney has devoted over 30 years in the service of others through her experience with BC Ambulance services (5 years as the unit Chief), contract work with Victim Services through the RCMP and volunteer firefighting and rescue services. She was a First Aid/CPR Instructor (and competitor in National competitions) and a Logging Occupational First Aid attendant managing traumatic, industry-related injuries. She was also the first female on Vancouver Island to achieve Mine Rescue certification.
Throughout this extensive work experience, she has also been a fundraising advocate for the local Provincial Ambulance service, Hospital Foundation, local school and various sports clubs. She is honoured to have received an Educational award from the Provincial Government for educating the public regarding front-line emergency services.
Shelly moved back to her hometown of Campbell River in 2023 and is looking forward to sharing her hands-on approach to overall wellness in body and spirit.
