Our Team
Meet Our Team
Dr. Jessica Smith
Dr. Jessica Smith graduated from the University of Waterloo Optometry and Vision Science in 2018. She also holds a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Waterloo. During her years studying Optometry, Jessica took the opportunity to expand her knowledge and skills with a 4-month externship with a retinal surgeon at the Scarborough Eye Associates. She believes in the importance of interdisciplinary care, working with medical doctors and specialists to meet her patients needs. She provides full scope optometric care to patients of all ages, with particular interest in ocular disease.
Jessica is a member of the Ontario Association of Optometrists and the College of Optometrists of Ontario. She is board certified by the Canadian Examiners in Optometry, including the use of Therapeutic Pharmaceutical Agents.
In her spare time, Jessica enjoys spending time with her family and is an amateur baker, constantly trying out new creations. Jessica fell in love with the Kingston community when she first moved here in 2018 and tries to explore more of the community at every opportunity – particularly for its numerous walking and hiking trails!
In Jessica’s photo, she is wearing her Glossi frame.
Courtney Raymond
Courtney Raymond has been a licensed Optician since 1987 after having attended Georgian College. Courtney started working at Marc Raymond Opticians part-time while he was in high school, and then while he attended Georgian College in Barrie, he would drive back to Kingston on the weekends to fulfill his working hour requirements for the program. After graduating, Courtney returned to Kingston, working alongside his father Marc Raymond to serve the Kingston community for all their optical needs. Now the business owner, Courtney, has been working in the office ever since graduating and is a friendly and familiar face for all our patients.
In his spare time, Courtney loves skiing, traveling, hosting friends and family in their backyard for a summer barbeque, and spending time with his wife Tammy and children, Kayla, and Brayden. Having lived in Kingston all his life, Courtney has the best recommendations for Kingston restaurants and activities!
Courtney is wearing his favorite Glossi frame in his photo.
Amanda Bailey
Amanda Bailey is currently attending the Northern Alberta Institute of Technology and is working towards achieving her Optician license. Amanda has worked at Marc Raymond Opticians since 2018 and plays a vital role in our office as office manager. Amanda has been in the optical and optometric field for 18 years, and has vast experience in medical pretesting, scribing, adjustments, and repairs. Not only is she accomplished in the workplace, but she also has a beautiful family of her own, with her two loving daughters Adrienne and Isla and her very supportive husband, Michael.
In her spare time, Amanda enjoys spending time at her trailer with her family and new Australian Sheppard puppy. Amanda’s favorite local businesses are Glow Spa and Le Jardin.
In her photo, Amanda is wearing one of her favorite frames from Blackfin.
Mya O’Neil
Mya O’Neil recently joined our team as an Optometric Assistant and she is about to begin her first year of the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) program at St. Lawrence college in Kingston with plans of building a future career in healthcare. Mya is new to the optical field and she is excited to combine her education with hands-on experience in a clinical setting.
In her spare time, Mya enjoys shopping, spending time with her family and friends and exploring local coffee shops, her favourite being Crave Coffee House whether she’s grabbing a coffee on her way to work or meeting with classmates to study!
In her photo, Mya is wearing AM Eyewear frames.
Becca St-Amour
Becca St-Amour joined our team as an optometric assistant, and has been in the optical field for a year now. She is happy to assist with frame selection and answering any questions you may have. Becca has been learning the art of minor adjustments, repairs, and edging lenses. Since being at Marc Raymond Opticians, Becca has a new found passion in the optical field and will be starting the process of working towards her Optician’s License in the near future.
In her spare time, Becca enjoys trying out new dinner spots with her fiance, filling her home with plants, and cozying up with a romance book and a cup of tea. Becca’s favourite local businesses are Kingston Brewing Company, and Tara Natural Foods.
In her photo, Becca is wearing her current favourite frame, Kaden by Glossi.