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(28:42) Sylvia Campbell, co-founder of North Island Wildlife Recovery Center in Errington, shares the incredible 40-year journey that began on Christmas Day 1983 with rescuing a great horned owl. The Vancouver Island Wildlife Rehabilitation Center now helps 700 animals annually with 100 volunteers, addressing the reality that 90% of wildlife injuries result from human interaction. Campbell emphasizes their crucial educational mission for Vancouver Island communities.
(11:14) Connor LaCouvee, professional goaltender from Qualicum Beach, discusses his impressive career spanning junior hockey, college, AHL, ECHL, and European leagues. The Vancouver Island native shares invaluable advice for hockey parents, emphasizing that supporting young athletes without pressure protects family relationships while fostering genuine athletic development. LaCouvee operates his own goaltending school across multiple locations.
Episode Highlights & Quotes
"Your kid will ultimately end up where they should be. Guidance is great, but no amount of pressure or telling your kid is gonna help them. They need to do this on their own... That's a hundred times more important than your kid's hockey career." - Connor LaCouvee, Professional Goaltender
"I want people just to go away from here and be really aware that they are part of wildlife. And that we need to be stewards of it." - Sylvia Campbell, North Island Wildlife Recovery Center
Community Stories That Inspire
Both featured stories highlight how Vancouver Island residents can create extraordinary impact through dedication and community support. Whether through wildlife rehabilitation or youth sports mentorship, these examples demonstrate the power of passionate individuals making lasting differences in their communities.
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