Tanis graduated from the University of British Columbia, receiving her Master of Science in Audiology. For over 30 years, her practice has been within the public health system and included a variety of roles: clinical audiologist, cochlear implant team coordinator, professional practice leader, manager of audiology services, and director of provincial audiology. Currently, Tanis is the Executive Director of Provincial Rehabilitation Services and Strategic Planning with Alberta Health Services. In this role, Tanis provides leadership for the planning, implementation and evaluation of initiatives that support the advancement of professional practice in rehabilitation.