(I wanted to title this one "Number one Pin-Head" but apparently that wasn't PC enough for VANOC)
He says he never smiles, but ask him about his volunteer work or pin collection and his face lights up like a gold medal winner. Don’t let his somewhat impassive demeanour fool you — Harold Wilson is one of the most enthusiastic and passionate volunteers you will ever meet.
Harold has volunteered his time to more events than even he can remember. From working as a VIP driver multiple times for the World Police and Fireman Games, to assisting in 5 world cup ski events, he has pretty much done it all. “I love to volunteer, meet new people, and collect new pins,” the retiree explains. “There is nothing like it!”
He is easily identifiable by the dozens of distinctive pins attached to his lanyard. When asked about the origin of his pin collecting hobby, Harold recalls: “It all started around the time of Expo 86. I picked up a few Expo buttons and joined the Pacific Pin Club the following year. I’ve been addicted ever since”.
He possesses an impressive assortment of over 5,000 unique pins. At any give time, you can find him carrying approximately 300 pins in his backpack.
“I have a few for trading and the rest belong to my collection,” the avid collector explains. “The rest are permanent members of my Pin Bible”.
When he’s not collecting pins or volunteering at sporting events, Harold dedicates time and energy to his community. He is President of the Brackendale Farmer’s Institute, as well as a member of the Squamish Mayor’s Committee for Seniors Issues. He also works with the Squamish Senior Centre Advisory Board and helps organise the annual Brackendale Fall Fair. When he’s not busy with those responsibilities, you can find him spending quality time with his wife, children, grandchildren, and even great grandchildren.
When asked to describe himself in one or two sentences, Harold quickly proclaims: “I’m a sucker for Volunteering”.
On behalf of all of us here at Vancouver Olympic Centre, thank you Harold, for all that you do.
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