Matt Rasmussen
Red Seal Carpenter · Founder
How it started
More than 14 years ago, Rolling Tides Construction was founded on Vancouver Island by Matt and Lea, with Matt working in the field and Lea supporting the business behind the scenes. The company began with military carpentry contracts and residential renovations, built by a small crew focused on doing the work right.
Project by project and relationship by relationship, Rolling Tides grew into a trusted builder of residential, multi-unit, and commercial projects across the Island, guided by craftsmanship, integrity, and a lasting commitment to the communities it serves.
FOUNDERS
Meet the Founders
behind Rolling Tides
Rolling Tides Construction Inc. was founded on a shared commitment to craftsmanship, people, and long-term vision.
More than 20 years into his entrepreneurial journey, founder Matt Rasmussen brings the same ambition, drive, and passion to the business as he did on day one. A natural team builder and culture crafter, Matt approaches construction the same way he approaches life outside of work — bringing people together around a common goal and building something meaningful through trust and collaboration.
Matt began his apprenticeship with Farmer Construction in his teens and is a Red Seal Carpenter, spending years on the tools in the residential sector. In the early days of Rolling Tides, he was deeply hands-on in every aspect of the work. While that foundation shaped how the company operates, his vision extended beyond individual projects — toward strong process, leadership, and long-term impact.
That broader vision is where Lea Hazenboom has played a critical role. As a co-founder and early integrator of the business, Lea wore nearly every hat required to build Rolling Tides from the ground up — from administration, bookkeeping, and HR to working in the field as a labourer. Her deep understanding of the business formed the operational backbone that allowed the company to grow with intention.
While Rolling Tides began as a founder-led operation, it has since grown into a company supported by a dedicated team who carry these values forward. Today, Matt and Lea remain focused on leadership, direction, and stewardship — ensuring the same standards, culture, and commitment that shaped the early years continue to guide the company as it evolves.
Founder-led values. Team-supported delivery.
Lea Hazenboom
Operations · Strategy · Co-Founder
More Than the Build
For us, construction has never just been about what we build — it’s about the impact we have along the way.
Impact is a core belief at Rolling Tides. It shows up in the small things, like coaching our kids’ sports teams, and in the big things, like shaping a company that people are proud to be part of. We believe impact is measured not only by results, but by how people feel during the process and long after it’s done.
When we talk about building a great company, we’re talking about people — our clients, our team, and our community. Taking care of great clients matters, but taking care of great team members matters just as much. We’re committed to creating a place where people don’t just come to work, but come to grow.
A place where they leave not only compensated, but better educated, more confident, and further along in their professional development. A place they see as a career, not just a job. And if their path eventually takes them elsewhere, we want them to know the door is always open.
We also recognize the privilege of the position we’re in. People don’t exist only as clients or employees — they live in our communities. Through initiatives like Ruth’s Ice Bucket Challenge and 10K for Kindness, we value the opportunity to give back and to support causes that matter locally.
At the end of the day, people are the end users of everything we build. Homes, cottages, community spaces — these aren’t just projects. They’re places where life happens.
What drives us
That’s what drives us.
That’s what makes it more than the build.
Key Milestones
A clear timeline of growth — from federal housing contracts to builder–developer projects across Vancouver Island.
2012
Founded Rolling Tides Construction Inc.
Company established with a focus on reliability, quality, and long-term relationships.
2012–2014
First CFB Esquimalt Housing Agency contracts
Awarded and completed early Canadian Forces Housing Agency projects, establishing RTC’s reputation for compliance and dependable delivery.
2018–2022
Expanded federal project portfolio
Delivered multiple Esquimalt and Comox Canadian Forces Housing Agency contracts, significantly expanding federal experience.
2021
Licensing & community leadership
- Became a Licensed New Construction Builder in British Columbia.
- Founded Ruth’s Ice Bucket Challenge, reinforcing community-first values.
2022
First RTC-owned development
Developed and completed a 3-unit lakefront residential project owned and delivered by RTC.
2023
Commercial build at Albert Head
Completed a new commercial build for CFB Esquimalt — Albert Head Ablutions Building.
2024
Systems, leadership & institutions
- Joined Breakthrough Academy to strengthen leadership and systems.
- Began collaboration with Camosun College on two institutional projects.
2025
Builder–developer expansion
- Partnered with Missing Middle Developments, delivering RTC’s first 6-plex with two 12-plex projects in progress.
- Launched RTD (Rolling Tides Development) and entered design for Driftline (4-plex) and Modra (6-plex).
- Joined Highspire, expanding RTC’s professional network.
2026
Groundbreaking milestone
Broke ground on both RTD in-house developments — Driftline and Modra — marking RTC’s evolution as a builder–developer.
Built on Our Core Values
At Rolling Tides Construction, our values guide every decision we make — from home renovations to Missing Middle developments.
01
Raise the Bar
Pursue excellence in planning, craftsmanship, and execution. We continuously improve how we build and deliver lasting value.
02
Win Together
Strong collaboration and clear communication keep everyone aligned and lead to better project outcomes.
03
Do the Right Thing
We operate with integrity, honesty, and transparency — even when it’s not the easiest path.
04
Own It
We take full responsibility for our work, timelines, and results — and stand behind everything we build.
05
Your Success Is Our Success
We act as true partners, focused on long-term value and shared success — not short-term execution.
06
People First
Relationships, growth, and community come first — for our clients, partners, and team.
Trusted by teams that raise the standard.
Rolling Tides Construction aligns with industry-leading safety programs and trusted organizations — so every project runs with accountability, compliance, and clear expectations from day one.
Safety-forward delivery
Proactive planning, clear site standards, and consistent leadership — not reactive firefighting.
Schedule discipline
Early decisions, predictable sequencing, and practical milestones where timing matters most.
Risk reduced
Certification-minded workflows that protect your scope, budget, and working relationships.
Let’s Talk
Find us
630 Goldstream Ave, Victoria
British Columbia V9B 2W8
Email: info@rollingtidesconstruction.ca
Phone: + 1 (250) 590 5051
Business Hours
Mon – Fri: 8am – 4:30pm
Sat – Sun: Closed