Inspiring sustainability in Metro Vancouver schools and beyond
Youth4Action's collaborative action programs are designed to empower youth, providing meaningful, action-oriented, and sustainability-focused programs to equip participants with the knowledge, passion, and skills to create change at school and in the community.
Collaborative High-School Action Mentorship Program (CHAMP)
CHAMP equips high school youth (grade 8 to 11) with the knowledge, skills, inspiration, and support to influence sustainability in their school communities and beyond. Through skill-based learning, community building, and rich learning experiences, participants from across Metro Vancouver will:
- Learn more about regional sustainability issues and climate action
- Meet and be mentored by students and community leaders of all ages who share a passion for sustainability
- Exchange ideas, strategies, and tools for action
- Receive support on a collaborative action project
- Develop leadership and communication skills
- Be part of a fun and dynamic group
Additional benefits (upon request):
- Volunteer service hours
- A certificate of participation
- Reference letter
CHAMP 2024 is open to students in grade 8 to 11. Applicants are asked to participate in all sessions scheduled from August to December 2024. Please let us know, by email or on your application, if you have any scheduling concerns or conflicts.
| Date & Time | Location | Session |
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Sunday, August 18 – Wednesday, August 21
| Camp Capilano, North Vancouver | CHAMP Camp
Program kick-off, introduction to sustainability and systems, Metro Vancouver role and services, team and skill-building for collaborative action projects, connections to place and community partners |
Saturday, September 14
9:30 am – 4:30 pm | Metro Vancouver Head Office, Burnaby | Community Connection and Collaborative Action |
Tuesday, September 24
4:30 pm – 5:15 pm | Online (Zoom) | Check-in |
| Saturday, September 28 – Monday, September 30 | Participant chooses an event to participate in | Truth and Reconciliation Day Participation |
Tuesday, October 1
4:30 pm – 5:15 pm | Online (Zoom) | Check-in |
Saturday, October 5
9:30 am – 4:30 pm | TBC | Youth4Action Zero Waste Leadership Clinic |
Tuesday, October 15
4:30 pm – 5:15 pm | Online (Zoom) | Check-in |
Saturday, October 26
9:30 am – 4:30 pm | TBC | Youth4Action Water Conservation Leadership Clinic
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Tuesday, November 5
4:30 pm – 5:15 pm | Online (Zoom) | Check-in |
Saturday, November 16
9:30 am – 4:30pm | Metro Vancouver Head Office, Burnaby | Skills in Action |
Tuesday, November 26
4:30 pm – 5:15 pm | Online (Zoom) | Check-in |
Saturday, December 7
9:30 am – 4:30pm | Metro Vancouver Head Office, Burnaby | Collaborative Action Project Presentations & Celebration |
Tuesday, January 28, 2025
4:30 pm – 6:30 pm | TBC | Youth4Action 2025 Kick-Off
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CHAMP 2024 application is now closed. Follow #Y4ACHAMP on our social channels to find out more about this program.