Barry Smith, BA, CVRP has dedicated more than two decades to helping young people recognize their strengths, develop their potential, and create meaningful pathways for success. Throughout his career, he has used sports, recreation, mentoring, and vocational development as tools to engage and motivate youth from diverse backgrounds.
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Barry has delivered strength-focused training seminars, workshops, and keynote presentations for organizations, schools, teams, and community groups throughout Newfoundland and Labrador and across Canada. His work extends beyond training and facilitation to include the development of innovative programs and projects designed to empower youth, build transferable skills, strengthen resilience, and support career and personal development.
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A lifelong hockey enthusiast, Barry has been involved in the game for more than 45 years as a player, coach, mentor, and volunteer. His passion for goaltending inspired him to write The 59 Laws of Goaltending, a practical resource for goaltenders of all ages and skill levels.
Barry is also the author of The Mentor's Handbook, a guide to effective mentoring that expands upon traditional strength-based approaches and provides practical strategies for helping young people navigate challenges, discover purpose, and achieve their goals.
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Barry holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Memorial University of Newfoundland and is a Certified Vocational Rehabilitation Professional (CVRP) through the College of Vocational Rehabilitation Professionals. His professional background includes vocational rehabilitation, program development, curriculum design, mentoring, employment services, and workforce development.
 
Barry lives in Conception Bay South, Newfoundland and Labrador, with his wife, two children, and their dog, Ozzy. ​​