Meet the Nanaimo team

Harpal has been enriching students’ experiences at Sylvan for over a decade now. With a goal driven approach, Harpal strives to build self esteem and confidence in kids by driving academic success. She takes personal pride in each individual’s performance and wants her students to be enthusiastic learners. Harpal has a Bachelor of Education degree and a Masters in English Literature. Outside of Sylvan, she dedicates her time to volunteering at Altrusa Club and Haven Society. She loves travelling the world and spending her leisure time outdoors.

Paul has been supporting students’ experiences at Sylvan since 2024. With an encouraging and patient approach, Paul focuses on helping kids celebrate small victories, transforming everyday milestones into long-term academic success. He loves empowering students to become independent learners who are genuinely excited to grow. Paul holds a Bachelor of Education degree and is passionate about creating a supportive, engaging learning environment. Outside of the classroom, he loves travelling the world and getting outside his comfort zone.

Mari joined the Nanaimo team in 2025, and she quickly became one of the most adaptable and friendly teachers this Center has seen! Mari is loved by many of our students because of her gentle attitude, no-nonsense teaching style, and endless patience. She has extensive experience teaching our neurodiverse students, and is comfortable working with children of all abilities.

Sean is our newest teacher, and his expertise in upper level math and science is a valuable asset to the team. If your student needs help in Pre-calculus, Chemistry, or Physics, they'll probably be spending time with Sean! His multi-tasking abilities and patient attitude work very well in our busy Center atmosphere.

Shaf holds a Master of Education in Special Education and an M.Phil. in Early Childhood Education. She is passionate about supporting children in their learning journeys and helping them develop the skills and confidence they need to succeed. With a background in child development, inclusive education, and diverse learning needs, Shaf believes every child has unique strengths and abilities. She strives to create a supportive learning environment that recognizes individual needs and promotes confidence, independence, and a love for learning.

Give us a call at (250) 758-1526 or fill out the form below to discuss your child’s learning goals and explore the ways our dedicated teachers can help them accomplish those goals.