CINDY STORIE, REGISTERED MIDWIFE
Cindy Storie's path to midwifery began with her own transformative birth experience in Victoria, where compassionate midwifery care left her feeling informed, respected, and deeply supported. That experience shaped her belief that every family deserves evidence-based, relationship-centered care grounded in trust and informed choice.
Cindy first supported families as a doula and childbirth educator before completing the Midwifery Education Program at University of British Columbia. She has now been practicing as a registered midwife for nine years, providing full-scope maternity and newborn care in Nanaimo since 2017.
Throughout her career, Cindy has been committed to the core values of midwifery in British Columbia: continuity of care, informed choice, and choice of birth setting. She believes that pregnancy and birth are profound life events that unfold best within a trusting relationship. For this reason, she now offers solo midwifery care — allowing her clients to build a consistent, meaningful connection with the same provider throughout pregnancy, birth, and the postpartum period. This model fosters deeper understanding, personalized support, and calm, confident care tailored to each family’s unique needs.
Cindy supports healthy pregnancies and newborns from early pregnancy through six weeks postpartum, collaborating with physicians and specialists when needed to ensure safe, comprehensive care. Her approach is warm, steady, and attentive — balancing clinical expertise with genuine presence.
Outside of midwifery, Cindy enjoys reading, swimming, and travel. Most of all, she treasures time with her two daughters, now young adults, whose growth continues to inspire her both personally and professionally.
LUCA SURKAN, 4TH YEAR MIDWIFERY STUDENT, SEPT 2025 - MARCH 2026
Luca (pronounced “Lootsa”) is honoured to be part of your care during this meaningful and transformational time. As a student midwife, Luca deeply values the unique wisdom that each client and family 
brings to the clinical experience. She looks forward to building a relationship founded on trust, mutual respect, and open communication throughout your time together.
Originally from Vancouver Island, Luca grew up in a large family and was first introduced to birth through the home births of younger siblings under midwifery care. She holds a degree in Philosophy from the University of Victoria and, prior to entering the UBC Midwifery program, worked as a birth doula and in student support administration within the post-secondary education sector. The support Luca received from midwives during the birth of her own child further inspired her commitment to this profession.
During her midwifery training, Luca has had the privilege of working with clients across the perinatal spectrum in Nanaimo, BC, gaining experience in pregnancy, birth, and postpartum care. She is passionate about midwifery because of its potential to provide continuous, holistic, client-centered, culturally safe, and evidence-informed care that positively impacts individuals and families.
Outside of clinical work, Luca enjoys trail running with her partner, engaging in midwifery-specific research, cooking for friends, and exploring the outdoors with her son.
LINDSAY BROWN, MEDICAL OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR
Born and raised on Vancouver Island, Lindsay feels deeply grateful to continue calling the Island home. Under the care of midwives, she welcomed her two children into the world — experiences that gave her a lasting appreciation for relationship-based, compassionate maternity care. She then spent eight meaningful years at home raising her children before returning to school to pursue a career in healthcare.
While completing her training as a Medical Office Assistant, Lindsay was recognized for her achievements in Medical Transcription and Medical Office Administration — accomplishments that reflect her strong attention to detail, organization, and dedication to excellence.
Today, Lindsay works from her home office as the administrative heart of Nanaimo Midwifery. Working remotely allows her to support families and midwives with focus, efficiency, and care — while still being present for her own family. She values being the steady, welcoming point of contact for clients, and she especially loves hearing birth updates and knowing she plays a small but important role behind the scenes in each family’s journey.
Outside of work, Lindsay enjoys exploring local beaches and forest trails with her family and their dog. At home, they bond over cooking, movies, and storytelling. In the warmer months, you’ll often find her near the ocean — swimming, snorkeling, or kayaking — where she feels most grounded and at peace.