Our Team

 Tony Sopko

Dr. Tony Sopko

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine / Practice Owner

How long have you been practicing veterinary medicine and where did you graduate from?

Practicing 4 year as a licensed veterinarian, Graduated from St. George’s University.

When you were little, what did you want to be when you grew up?

Batman.

More about Dr. Sopko

Dr. Sopko was born and raised in Grande Prairie, AB. He completed his Bachelor of Science through the University of Alberta. He attended St. George’s University for his veterinary degree and graduated in 2021 with magna cum laude distinction. After graduating from SGU, Dr. Sopko practiced mixed-animal medicine in the Grande Prairie area until deciding to pursue a practice-ownership route with Dr. Camille Adams. His special interests include surgery, emergency and critical care medicine, and diagnostic imaging.

In his free time, he is outdoors with friends and family hiking, camping, fishing, and playing hockey. He and his fiance have a dog named Mabel and a cat named Skinny Pete.

 Camille Adams

Dr. Camille Adams

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine / Practice Owner

How long have you been practicing veterinary medicine and where did you graduate from?

Practicing 7 years as a veterinarian. Graduated from University of Calgary. 

When you were little, what did you want to be when you grew up?

A veterinarian for as long as I can remember.

More about Dr Camille Adams

 aa Dr. Adams was born in Calgary Alberta. She completed her bachelor’s degree from the University of Guelph, Ontario in 2012 and went on to receive her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) from the University of Calgary, Alberta in 2018.

After graduation from veterinary school, Dr. Adams took a job in Westlock Alberta working as a mixed animal veterinarian. She then took a job close to where she was living in Edmonton and worked at a specialty clinic for small animals. The following year in practice she started to work as a locum veterinarian in Northern Alberta and came to fall in love with Grande Prairie.

Dr. Adams has a special interest in surgery, dentistry, emergency and critical care cases and wellness/ preventative care specifically for the senior pets. She is working towards being able to provide orthopedic procedures and rehabilitation to her patients in the near future.

During her personal time, Dr. Adams enjoys running & hiking, travelling & spending time with family and friends. Her husband Logan, daughters Elodie and Chloe, along with three rescue dogs Bow, Ryder & Paisley keep her quite busy, as does her love for house plants.

 Camille Adams

Dr. Carla budd

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine

How long have you been practicing veterinary medicine and where did you graduate from?

Practicing 19 years as a veterinarian. Graduated from Western College of Veterinary Medicine. 

When you were little, what did you want to be when you grew up?

A veterinarian.

More about Dr Carla Budd

Dr. Budd has been in practice for 16 years, working with both small and large animals. Moving here from Manitoba, Carla and her family found an acreage in the Beaverlodge area to call home and raise her three boys. 

Dr. Budd has a special interest in surgery and reproduction and in her free time she enjoys skiing, camping, swimming and biking with her family.

 

Katie Morrison

Katie Tews

Registered Veterinary Technologist, Veterinary Nurse

How long have you been practicing veterinary medicine and where did you graduate from?

8 years as an RVT, graduated from GPRC AHT Program in Fairview.

When you were little, what did you want to be when you grew up?

A veterinarian or a waitress.

If you were a pasta shape, what shape would you be and why?

Elbow macaroni. Simple, goes with anything, but goes best with cheese!

More about Katie

Katie has been an RVT for 7 years graduating from GPRC AHT Program Fairview in 2017. Katie has one dog named Boomer, a happy lab cross who loves snacks and walks and a big grey tabby named Gary who loves lounging. Katie enjoys spending her time camping in the mountains, paddle boarding, and drinking coffee. Katies interests in the clinic include taking blood, clipping/cleaning wounds, surgical prep and scrubbing into surgery to help!

Tiffany Duncan

Tiffany Duncan

Registered Veterinary Technologist, Veterinary Nurse

How long have you been practicing veterinary medicine and where did you graduate from?

Practicing for 17 years, graduated from NAIT Fairview campus.

When you were little, what did you want to be when you grew up?

A Veterinarian.

If you were a pasta shape, what shape would you be and why?

I would be a linguini noodle because I am super flexible and have a go with the flow personality.

More about Tiffany

Tiffany was born and raised in Nova Scotia before moving here to Grande Prairie for school graduating the Animal Health Technology program in 2008 from NAIT in Fairview. She has worked in mixed practice until 2014 where she decided to dip her feet into education. She taught at GPRC in the Animal Health Program for 8 years before joining our team. Tiffany has a special interest in CPR and anesthesia as well as a love for all things big and small. Her hobbies include horseback riding with her kids and horse family, cake decorating and spending time on their farm with her 3 dogs and 3 mischievous cats. 

Amanda Carmichael

Lindsay  Clarke

Registered Veterinary Technologist, Veterinary Nurse

How long have you been practicing veterinary medicine and where did you graduate from?

Graduated from Lakeland College AHT program in 2021

When you were little, what did you want to be when you grew up?

An artist or veterinarian 

If you were a pasta shape, what shape would you be and why?

Pierogi because I’m happiest with a belly full of potatoes and they come in so many different flavors 

More about Lindsay

Lindsay was born in Hinton, Alberta and raised in Fort Nelson, BC. She spent her childhood dancing, playing basketball, and hanging out with her families many animals. Now Lindsay enjoys running and trick training her border collie Cami. When she is not hiking and running, you can find her curled up with a book and her polydactyl cat Gilbert. 

Amanda Carmichael

Erinn Boyle

Registered Veterinary Technologist, Veterinary Nurse

How long have you been practicing veterinary medicine and where did you graduate from?

Practicing for 13 years, Graduated from N.A.I.T. AHT program in Edmonton.

When you were little, what did you want to be when you grew up?

Marine Biologist.

If you were a pasta shape, what shape would you be and why?

I would be spaghetti casserole, because I am more unique than a single pasta.

More about Erinn

Erinn was born and raised in Edmonton, Alberta. She relocated to Grande Prairie in 2014; where she is raising her two boys, cats and axolotl. The majority of her career she has worked in mixed animal practices, but her passion is geared towards small animals and exotics. In her spare time you will find Erinn being a mom, crocheting and reading books.

Amanda Carmichael

HEIDI BENSON

Registered Veterinary Technologist, Veterinary Nurse

How long have you been practicing veterinary medicine and where did you graduate from?

Practicing for 2 years, Graduated from Northwestern Polytechnic AHT program in Fairview.

When you were little, what did you want to be when you grew up?

 I wanted to be a veterinarian or a forensic scientist when I was little.

If you were a pasta shape, what shape would you be and why?

If I was a pasta shape, I would be ravioli because I am full of surprises.

More about Heidi

I grew up on a farm outside Dawson Creek, BC where we had several horses, dogs, and cats. I started my post-secondary schooling by taking basic science courses at GPRC for two years. During that time, I began working as a Veterinary Assistant. While I enjoyed being an assistant, I wanted to have the skills and license
to do more. In the fall of 2021, I started the Animal Health Technology program at NWP which I graduated from in 2023. I have a special interest in large animals, emergency and shelter medicine, and behaviour.
My husband, Austin, and I currently have two Australian Cattle dogs, Zeus and Zelda. I would love to add a poisonous dart frog, but Austin’s not too keen on having anything “poisonous” in the house:(
In my free time, I enjoy reading, drawing, mountain biking, hiking, downhill skiing, and visiting with family and friends.

Amanda Carmichael

Haillee lute

Registered Veterinary Technologist, Veterinary Nurse

How long have you been practicing veterinary medicine and where did you graduate from?

Practicing for 2 years, Graduated from Northwestern Polytechnic AHT program in Fairview.

When you were little, what did you want to be when you grew up?

Anything to do within the animal field

If you were a pasta shape, what shape would you be and why?

Tortellini- simple yet fun

More about Haillee

Haillee was born and raised in a small town in Central Alberta, she moved to Grande Prairie for school and never left growing up. Haillee has always had animals of all sizes in her house, leading her towards this career choice.

Currently Haillee has three lab mixes “Nova”, “Lizzy”, and “Finn” and two axolotl‘s “Ben” and “Jerry”.

When Haillee has spare time, you’ll find her spending time with her dogs, out for a run, riding horses or hiking.

Amanda Carmichael

Taylor Higginbotham

Registered Veterinary Technologist, Veterinary Nurse

How long have you been practicing veterinary medicine and where did you graduate from?

Practicing for 2 years, Graduated from Northwestern Polytechnic AHT program in Fairview.

When you were little, what did you want to be when you grew up?

I wanted to be a veterinarian.

If you were a pasta shape, what shape would you be and why?

I would be a spaghetti, has been and always will be my favourite dish!

More about Taylor

Taylor was born and raised in the small town of Fairview, with a passion for any and all animals. Coming from a farming background, Taylor has worked with animals big and small, and has a passion for exotics and horses. Taylor and her husband have recently moved to the Grande Prairie area with their own personal zoo, of five cats, two rabbits, a bearded dragon and a betta fish. In her spare time, you can find Taylor either riding her horses, spending time with her family, or working on DIY projects that her husband ends up finishing most of the time. 

Amanda Carmichael

Sabrina Fagan

Registered Veterinary Technologist, Veterinary Nurse

How long have you been practicing veterinary medicine and where did you graduate from?

Practicing for 6 years, Graduated from GPRC in Fairview.

When you were little, what did you want to be when you grew up?

A lawyer.

If you were a pasta shape, what shape would you be and why?

I chose gnocchi because it’s a different kind of pasta and I find myself to be quite unique!

More about Sabrina

Sabrina was born in Fort McMurray, Alberta. She didn’t stay there for very long before her family moved to Grande Prairie in 2004. In 2021, Sabrina decided to move to the Vancouver area but quickly because homesick and moved back to Grande Prairie after only a year away. She has two cats named Mr.Bear and Patches as well as two senior Morkies named Sasha and Jasper. In her spare time you can catch her playing soccer, giving tarot card readings, pet sitting and running an airbnb.

Amanda Carmichael

Riley larsen

Registered Veterinary Technologist, Veterinary Nurse

How long have you been practicing veterinary medicine and where did you graduate from?

Practicing for 5 years, Graduating from Olds College in 2020

When you were little, what did you want to be when you grew up?

Vet Tech or an OBGYN!

If you were a pasta shape, what shape would you be and why?

Fettuccine because I’m adaptable and resilient but still flexible enough to keep it classy! Plus I’m always ready to get ‘tangled’ up in life’s adventures. 

More about Riley

Riley Larsen is a veterinary technologist with a passion for communication and client care. After graduating from Olds College in 2020, she quickly discovered that her true calling extended beyond the clinical side of veterinary medicine. Riley loves being the bridge between veterinary teams and the families they serve, finding immense satisfaction in making clients feel heard, informed, and genuinely supported.

In September 2025, Riley and her fiancé Jared took an exciting leap together, moving to Grande Prairie and purchasing their first home. Their days are now a blend of renovation projects, DIY adventures, and the rewarding chaos of making a house a home. They share this chapter with their German Shepherd, Josie; their cat, Mable; and their horse, Duce.

Looking ahead, Riley hopes to keep building connections within the veterinary community, advocating for the human-animal bond that inspired her career and finding meaningful ways to share her love for animals and the people who care for them.

Jennifer Nielsen

Jennifer Nielsen

Veterinary Technician Assistant, Client Care Representative

When you were little, what did you want to be when you grew up?

When I was little -like most people- I wanted to be an actress, so that I could entertain and bring joy to people.

If you were a pasta shape, what shape would you be and why?

I would be a fusilli! The pasta always gives me nostalgia from eating them when I was a child.

More about Jennifer

Jenn is from British Columbia, and enjoys traveling, writing and being creative. Jenn has two fur babies, cats named Freya & Zelda. She is new to the veterinary world but is very excited to work with animals!

Jennifer Nielsen

Qavah Tiede

Veterinary Technician Assistant, Client Care Representative

When you were little, what did you want to be when you grew up?

A veterinarian or an astronaut.

If you were a pasta shape, what shape would you be and why?

Farfalle pasta.

More about Qavah

Qavah was born in Manitoba, but is a prairie girlie through and through. She has 3 rescue dogs, Archer, Basil and Gordie, and one cat named Oliver. She has had a deep love for all animals since she was young bringing home “stray” dogs, cats, frogs, mice and pigeons. In her spare time she loves to take her dogs for runs, go camping and travel to new places around the world, when she is not vacuuming her floor from all the pet hair.

Jennifer Nielsen

Jasmine Sethi

Veterinary Technician Assistant, Client Care Representative

When you were little, what did you want to be when you grew up?

I always wanted to either be a veterinarian or a nurse like my mom.

If you were a pasta shape, what shape would you be and why?

I would be a farfalle because it looks like such a cute bow.

 

More about Jasmine

Jasmine has pursued her studies in psychology back in Vancouver and has recently moved to Grande Prairie. She loves animals small or big and enjoys spending time with them. Jasmine’s most recent two cats were rescues, one of them you can see in the picture and his name is Batsy(Batman). She loves working  as an assistant as it allows her to learn more about animal care and gives her exposure to a lot of different animals. Also, Jasmine loves to be apart of their recovery. Other than vet care Jasmine loves to spend time swimming or cooking for everyone. Her team at Railtown also allows her to interact with different parents who bring their babies in!

Katie Deleseleuc

Katie Deleseleuc

Veterinary Technician Assistant, Client Care Representative

How long have you been in the veterinary industry?

Over a decade!

If you were a pasta shape, what shape would you be and why?

If I were to describe myself as a pasta; it would have to be Ravioli. Warm and comforting with lots of personality in the middle.

More about Katie

Like so many others, Katie is an East coaster who’s made the Peace Country her home for the past 10 years with her husband and twin girls.

Katie has always wanted to work in animal health and her passion has lead her to over a decade in the animal health industry. As a veterinary assistant, and fellow animal parent, Katie’s household zoo includes her cat, two dogs, 2 fish, a horse, and too many plants to name!

Some of Katie’s hobbies include bike riding, horseback riding, and snowboarding while volunteering as a ski patroller.