Megan became a Registered Nurse with Island Health in 2007, and since 2019, she has been a steady and compassionate presence as an Oncology Nurse at Nanaimo Regional General Hospital. Her role is ever changing. One moment she may be processing referrals from BC Cancer Victoria, the next she is guiding a patient and their family through what to expect, administering chemotherapy, or helping manage difficult side effects. It is complex and fast paced work, but Megan approaches it with a calm, grounded energy that puts people at ease.

Megan is someone you can always go to, not just for her clinical knowledge, but for her ability to listen, support, and bring a sense of positivity into the room. She is known for saying, “We’re going to have a good day,” and somehow, she always helps make that true. Even on the busiest days, she brings joy to the hospital, often in bright, cheerful scrubs with the intention of bringing a bit of colour and comfort to her patients’ day.

For patients, that perspective can change everything. A cancer diagnosis often comes with uncertainty and fear, but Megan has a way of creating space for understanding and comfort. She takes the time to answer questions, offer reassurance, and ensure everyone feels seen and supported. One patient, after his very first interaction with her, felt compelled to share his experience with the team, describing Megan as “truly spectacular”. He noted the care she took to walk him through every detail, encourage his questions, and offer genuine encouragement. Building on that initial conversation, she made a point to connect with him again when he arrived for treatment.

It is these small moments, a conversation, a check in, a few extra minutes, that leave a lasting impact. It is person-centred care in action. 

The Nanaimo Cancer Clinic supports patients from across Central Vancouver Island, including Ladysmith, Parksville, Qualicum, Port Alberni, Bamfield, Tofino, and Ucluelet. For many, this team becomes a familiar and trusted part of their journey. Within that busy environment, small rituals help bring the team together. Whether it is looking forward to a Delicados lunch during a packed day or sharing a quick break with a London Fog from Code Brew, these moments of connection carry through into the care they provide.

Enhancements made possible through donor support continue to shape the patient experience in meaningful ways. A recent addition of a new TV in the chemotherapy room, generously donated by Dawn Walton & Associates through the Nanaimo & District Hospital Foundation, provided patients with a welcome distraction during treatment, especially during the excitement of the 2026 Winter Olympics. It offered a moment of normalcy in an otherwise difficult day.

For Megan, this work is deeply personal. She shares, “It’s In My Nature because I want to consistently provide the kind of care that I would want my loved ones to receive.” That perspective is felt in everything she does, from the way she communicates to the way she shows up for both patients and her team.

Outside of the clinic, Megan’s world is filled with just as much energy and heart. When she is not at work, you will likely find her at the baseball field or the swimming pool, cheering on her kids just as enthusiastically as she supports her patients. That same sense of care and connection extends into a meaningful team tradition known as Stones of Legacy and Light, where colleagues gather for an evening together before heading to the beach to honour patients by leaving small, semi-precious stones for others to find.

Through every interaction, Megan reminds us that healthcare is not just about treatment. It is about compassion, connection, and creating moments of comfort when they are needed most.