Founder & Owner
Meet Our Crew
Stevie Dennis
Stevie grew up in Tofino in and around the ocean. A proud Ahousaht member, he knows the waters in the area like the back of his hand. Over the years, these places became his ultimate playground for fun and also work.
Stevie has worked a variety of jobs on the water before bringing the vision of Naas Foods to life. When he did in 2021, his goal was to put his passion of working at sea to benefit the local community. Either at the shop or on the water, Stevie is always working on the next project and strives to do his part for his hahoulthlee (territory). Outside of Naas Foods, you will find Stevie enjoying family time with his kids.
Contact: stevie@naasfoods.com
Julia
Kelp Manager
Originally from Montreal, Qc, Julia was amazed by the nature of the West Coast. Her curiosity led her to become a kelp harvester during her first season in Tofino. Her interest for kelp grew since and she is now overseeing the kelp activities at Naas Foods.
Julia brings a passion for the ocean and a background in bioresource engineering. She is always excited to work on the ocean and learn the intricacies of this ever changing environment.
When she’s not at work, you can still find her in the water, either surfing or freediving by our beautiful coast.
Contact: julia@naasfoods.com
Blake
Deckhand & Jack of all trades
Originally from Ontario, Blake has always loved to hunt, fish and forage in the wild. He moved to Tofino over 10 years ago, where he focused on working on the water, either as a deckhand, fisherman or a fishing guide.
Naas Foods’ official deckhand, Blake is involved in many roles. From crab fishing, to fish cutting, to the many projects Naas has on the water, Blake is always there to help out and find solutions. If you’re lucky, you might even see him at the store front!
Contact: Find him at the shop!
Katie
Admin Manager & Storefront
Katie grew up in Tofino, playing in tide pools on Chesterman Beach and fishing with her father. Katie’s background is very diverse, from strong customer service experience to working at sea on her family’s oyster farm.
She joined the Naas Foods team assisting wherever help was needed, from kelp products production to the storefront and everything in between. Katie is now our admin wizard and is involved with behind the scenes duties.
Her passions lie with animals and community, and you can often find her walking local dogs or volunteering at the Tofino Legion. She is excited to continue her family's legacy of working with the ocean.
Contact: admin@naasfoods.com
A note from the artist.
"Akƛuusiš Qʷayacnit Ḥakuum. Istakšił Aḥuusaḥt, Hišquiaḥt aḥ Qʷayacnit. Ayakniš mułmumc. My name is Natalee Dennis, I come from Ahousaht, Hesquiaht and hippy point. I have many roots. I am a proud Nuuchahnulth mother, woman, and artist. My journey has been a unique one. From business logo design, painting, to tattooing. T'ašiisiš ʔaani qʷaasasa. My path is extraordinary.
I designed Stevie's business logo with the connection to the hiłcaatu (ocean). The kelp symbolizes the freedom of working with their own company, yet still connected to the earth by roots. Giving them the ability to withhold through wiaksii (stormy seas). The movement of the kelp symbolizes the path he is on. Although, there will be ups and downs, he continues to grow towards the surface.
I gifted the designs to my brother. I am proud to see my brother accomplish his dreams of working for himself. One of their many goals has come to fruition, I am even more proud to have my artwork as hius face logo. "