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Steele Althouse proudly leads Althouse Notary Corporation, continuing the legacy of trusted, family-run service in the Nanaimo community.

The firm was originally founded in 1993 by Steele’s mother, Sharon Althouse, who established a reputation for approachable and efficient notarial services. Steele works alongside Alana, an experienced notary, to ensure every transaction runs smoothly from start to finish. Proud to serve Nanaimo and the surrounding communities, Althouse Notary is committed to providing a seamless and stress-free experience for every client.

Steele Althouse

Owner of Althouse Notary Notary Public, Nanaimo, BC Notary

Nanaimo raised, Steele Althouse understands the community because he’s grown up in it. He attended Shawnigan Lake School before earning his Bachelor of Arts in History from Vancouver Island University (formerly Malaspina University College). Steele began working part-time at his mother’s notary practice in 2002. Recognizing his passion for the profession, he officially joined the practice and was commissioned by the Supreme Court of Canada as a Notary in May 2019 after completing the Notary Education Program and achieving the highest mark in the conveyancing examination.

Steele specialized in conveyancing, focusing mostly on purchase, sale and refinance work. When not at work, Steele can be found at a hockey rink or soccer field watching his son and daughter play. When work slows down in the off-season, Steele heads to Deep Bay to spend time at their summer campsite with his wife, Tara, and their three children, Ainsley, Zack, and Linden.

Alana Halaliku

Notary Public, Nanaimo, BC Notary

Alana Halaliku completed her Master of Arts in Applied Legal Studies (MAALS) at Simon Fraser University in 2021 and was commissioned as a Notary Public by the Supreme Court of Canada in June 2022. Before this, Alana spent 13 years as a banker with Coastal Community Credit Union (CCCU), with the majority of her career working in the Commercial Division, specializing in Real Estate and Development Financing. She was responsible for developing and maintaining commercial business relationships and took pride in helping members achieve financial goals.

During her time at CCCU, Alana completed several lending and banking courses, including a Business Lending Designation from Dalhousie University and the Credit Union Institute of Canada, as well as completing her Bachelor of Business Administration at Vancouver Island University. Alana enjoys being involved with the community and has previously sat on the board of the Young Professionals of Nanaimo and the Vancouver Island Canadian Home Builder’s Association. As a Notary Public, Alana delivers quality work to her clients while providing a practical approach to legal processes.

Sharon Althouse

Founder of Althouse Notary Retired Notary Public, Nanaimo, BC Notary

Sharon Althouse founded Althouse Notary Corporation in 1993, establishing a trusted, family-run firm known for its approachable and efficient service. After decades of guiding the office and mentoring her team, Sharon has officially retired from day-to-day operations. She remains connected to the practice, checking in periodically and managing the bookkeeping and accounting behind the scenes.

Sharon’s vision and dedication laid the foundation for the firm’s reputation as a go-to resource for real estate transactions and personal planning documents in Nanaimo and the surrounding communities.

Samantha Snyder

Receptionist, Althouse Notary Corp

Sam moved from Abbotsford to Nanaimo after graduating high school and has been proud to call it home ever since. She started a family here with her loving husband, and together they have three active boys who keep them busy with soccer and hockey. With several years of experience in customer service, she genuinely enjoys welcoming clients and being a friendly, helpful presence in the office.

Alexandra Larson

Conveyancer, ​​Althouse Notary Corp

Born in Campbell River, Alexandra (Alex), moved to Nanaimo in 2014 to attend VIU, where she got her Major in Criminology, Minor in History, and took additional legal courses. Alex started at Althouse Notary as the receptionist and has now been a conveyancer since Fall 2022. Alex loves watching movies, spending time with her family, exploring the Island, and travelling abroad with her partner Nick, and they have three cats together.

Iryna Galunenko

Conveyancer, Althouse Notary Corp

Born and raised in Ukraine, Iryna has collected countries the way some people collect fridge magnets — living and working in the U.S., the UAE, and Hungary thanks to her globetrotting hotel career. After landing in Canada, she decided to switch gears and bring her talents to Althouse Notary. She started at the front desk, quickly proved she was meant for more, and has been thriving as a conveyancer for over two years. Fluent in Ukrainian and Russian, she loves connecting with clients from all walks of life. Outside the office, she swaps files for music festivals and trains like a competitive sport is always on the calendar.

Jessica Pittman

Conveyancer, Althouse Notary Corp

Jessica began working at Althouse Notary Corporation in the fall of 2015. She works on all types of real estate transactions, including purchases, refinances, sales and subdivisions. Jessica was born and raised in Nanaimo and grew up sailing throughout the Gulf Islands with her family. When not working, she enjoys hiking with her dogs, going to the gym and spending time with her family.

Melanie Remillard

Conveyancer, Althouse Notary Corp

I began my career in health care before boldly transitioning into conveyancing at Althouse Notary in November of 2023, where patience, resilience, and the occasional glass of wine (when Steele allows it) are essential skills. Born in Saskatoon and raised in Nanaimo since the age of four, I bring decades of life experience and mild sarcasm to every file. I’m married with two hockey-playing boys, which means my life runs on schedules and my car smells like equipment. Outside of work, I garden like it’s therapy, play soccer like my knees are still 20 and quietly maintain side pursuits that ensure I don’t have to feel feelings.

Sara Klapstein

Conveyancer, Althouse Notary Corp

I was born and raised in Nanaimo, British Columbia, and have spent the past two years working in corporate law. I have recently transitioned into real estate and wills and am currently completing my Bachelor’s degree in English at Vancouver Island University, with plans to pursue a career as a Notary Public. Outside of work and school, I enjoy spending my weekends at Sproat Lake, as well as snowboarding in the winter and wakeboarding in the summer.

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2133 Bowen Rd, Nanaimo, BC V9S 1H8
+1 +12507541363
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• decide not to correct the personal information, but annotate the personal information that a correction was requested but not made.

Steele Althouse
2133 Bowen Road
Nanaimo, B.C.
V9S 1H8
Phone: 250-754-1363
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Althouse Notary Corp
2133 Bowen Rd, Nanaimo, BC V9S 1H8
+1 +12507541363
[email protected]