Our Team
Everyone Loves an Origin Story
As a practicing pharmacist for over 10 years, a lot of my education and training was centered around the traditional Western model of treating disease, but after some pretty transformative health changes in 2014, I developed a new appreciation for the importance of a holistic approach to health. Preventative, natural health care became my personal and professional focus, which naturally led me to supplementation with vitamins. Let’s be honest though, the process of buying, storing and remembering to take your vitamins daily is work. Like most people with good intentions, despite my best efforts, I would sometimes go weeks without taking my supplements. As an avid vitamin taker, I felt the effects – I lacked energy, my sleep wasn't as restful and I would notice changes in my skin. It was during one of these times that I had one of those cliche “but there’s got to be a better way” moments, and I knew exactly what needed to be done!
While I had a job that I loved, the decision to leave and start VTMN Packs full time felt right, and work on getting things up and running started almost immediately. Like any new startup, we faced our share of challenges, pushed deadlines and curveballs. But my passion persevered and I am so happy to have been able to introduce this novel and convenient concept to the Canadian market.
VTMN Packs was created not just to simplify my life and the lives of other Canadians struggling with staying on their regimens, but moreover it grew to be a platform to educate and provide access to high quality foundational vitamins and supplements. I am committed to doing it right - aligning with the right brands, advisors and sticking to our principles of simplicity, quality and transparency. My goal is to build a community of like minded wellness individuals and show everyone that taking your health into your own hands and making healthier choices doesn't have to be complicated.
Thank you for choosing us to help you on your wellness journey and allowing us to take the hassle out of taking vitamins and supplements.
Leadership
LAURIE COOK B. Sc Phm, RPh
FOUNDER
Laurie is a licensed Pharmacist with over 15 years experience in the industry. In that time, she has gained extensive experience in the retail, long term care, corporate and specialty settings, but something she always found lacking from her practice was a focus on holistic and preventative approaches to promoting health and wellbeing. With a growing interest in more natural modalities to treat disease, she spent a lot of time studying homeopathy, herbal and natural medicines, and incorporating that into her retail pharmacy practice.
Laurie strongly believes in personalized medicine, and that there is not a one-size-fits-all approach to managing disease. If we start treating health in well individuals, the incidence of disease can be significantly reduced in our general population. This notion, combined with her pharmacy background is what lead her to found VTMN.
Built on Expertise, Driven by Care
VTMN Packs bridges the gap between professional knowledge and everyday wellness. With years of pharmacy experience and a passion for helping others feel their best, we’re redefining what personalized vitamins should be — trustworthy, effective, and easy to maintain. Our packs are carefully curated to deliver the nutrients your body needs, using only premium, professional-grade supplements from trusted Canadian suppliers. Every recommendation is grounded in science and guided by a genuine understanding of how small, consistent habits can create lasting health benefits. At VTMN Packs, we believe personalized health should feel simple — never overwhelming. That’s why every detail, from formulation to packaging, is designed with care, so you can take control of your wellness with confidence. ✔ Founded by a pharmacist. Focused on you.
Dr. Laura Belus Naturopathic Doctor
ND
As a graduate of the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine, Dr. Laura Belus believes that health is attainable at any age. As a young adult, she made the connection between the foods she ate and how she felt. This was a powerful tool in reversing her long history of migraines and skin concerns. Dr. Laura has a true passion for health optimization, and guides her patients to achieve the best health possible. She provides such services as detox programs, education on quality supplements and customized diet recommendations. In recent years she has developed a focus on hormone balance and skin concerns, specifically acne. She uses treatment such as bioidentical hormones, cosmetic facial acupuncture and advanced testing to treat the root causes of imbalance. The philosophy is by rebuilding the foundations of health: diet, sleep, exercise and lifestyle, one can restore the body to a place of balance and experience greater vitality, regardless of age. One supplement she can’t live without is activated B Complex which helps her with everything from stress, mood, hormones, detox and weight management.
Dr. Ally Power Naturopathic Doctor
ND
Dr. Ally is a naturopathic doctor, mom of two, and advocate for women’s health. She graduated from the Boucher Institute of Naturopathic Medicine, and immediately after became her own “first patient.” She wanted women everywhere to know that hormone symptoms associated with postpartum or after menopause can be treated. Acne, PMS, painful periods, irregular periods, heavy periods — and the list goes on — are all things women get told are normal all the time. Often, there is an underlying cause that can be identified and supported to make women feel their best all month long. Dr. Ally began the process of becoming a mom with her partner, Rory. This process, along with pregnancy and the postpartum period, made her extremely passionate about supporting other women through this transition into motherhood. Dr. Ally has a small practice that focuses on pregnancy, postpartum, and motherhood. She helps women everywhere have more energy, a more stable mood, better sleep, balanced hormones, and allow them to thrive through motherhood. Dr. Ally believes that women need treatment plans that are simple, effective and clear, and has a heavy focus on nutrition, lab testing and optimization, and targeted supplementation and nutrient support. The one supplement she can’t live without is magnesium bis-glycinate, supporting her stress response, mood, sleep, and digestion.
Dr. Rory Gibbons Naturopathic Doctor
ND
Dr. Rory Gibbons, ND practices in the lower mainland of British Columbia, providing high-quality care to patients throughout the province. His clinical practice focuses on providing solutions to those struggling with fatigue, low mood, burnout, weight gain, and digestive issues. Dr. Gibbons balances his clinical practice with his other full-time job — father to two little boys! He does all of this while also ND, and they work to shape a healthy lifestyle for their growing family. Dr. Gibbons’ journey as a parent and the new challenges he faces each day inform his practice and his passion for educating others. He strives to bring thoughtful knowledge and research to his patients, giving them the education they need so that their health decisions are informed and empowered. One supplement he takes regularly may vary as his symptoms fluctuate. He usually takes a blend that can help calm the nervous system down and reduce stress, but his choices of research and are very well selected.
Dr. Barb Woegerer Naturopathic Doctor
ND
Dr. Barb Woegerer is a licensed Naturopathic Doctor practicing in Toronto and Vaughan Ontario, Canada. She received her Doctor of Naturopathy degree from the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine in Toronto. Dr. Barb is passionate about empowering individuals to take control of their own health. Her primary focus is to explore the underlying root cause and provide individualized patient-centred care. She utilizes evidence-based therapies and provides patients with the knowledge and tools needed to succeed. Her clinical focus is in women’s health, stress management, and inflammatory conditions. Dr. Barb also spends a great deal of time educating individuals on the importance of magnesium and how it can optimize health and wellbeing.