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 and Mentorship Program (CHAMP)
Metro Vancouver’s Collaborative High School Action & Mentorship Program equips high school youth (grade 10 to 12) 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 2025 participants are students entering grade 10 to 12 in September 2025 (if you are entering grade 9 and interested in this program please reach out to us!).
| Date and Time | Location | Session |
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| Sunday, August 17 – Wednesday, August 20 | Loon Lake Lodge, Maple Ridge (transportation from a central location will be offered) | 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 |
Tuesday, September 9,
4:30 pm – 5:15 pm | Online (Zoom) | Check-in and camp reflection |
Saturday, September 13
9:30 am – 4:30 pm | Metro Vancouver Head Office, Burnaby | Community connection and collaborative action |
Tuesday, September 23
4:30 pm – 5:15 pm | Online (Zoom) | Check-in
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| Saturday, September 27 – Sunday, September 28 | Event of participant’s choice | Truth and Reconciliation Day participation
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Saturday, October 4
9:30 am – 4:30 pm | TBC | Youth4Action Healthy Waters Leadership Clinic |
Tuesday, October 7
4:30 pm – 5:15 pm | Online (Zoom) | Check-in and event reflections |
Tuesday, October 21
4:30 pm – 5:15 pm | Online (Zoom) | Check-in and action project idea support
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Saturday, October 25
9:30 am – 4:30 pm | TBC | Youth4Action Zero Waste Leadership Clinic
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Tuesday, November 4
4:30 pm – 5:15 pm | Online (Zoom) | Check-in and action project proposal support |
Saturday, November 15
9:30 am – 4:30 pm | Metro Vancouver Head Office, Burnaby | Skills in action, project peer review |
Tuesday, November 18
4:30 pm – 5:15 pm | Online (Zoom) | Check in and action project proposal support
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Tuesday, November 25
4:30 pm – 5:15 pm | Online (Zoom) | Check-in and action project presentation support |
Saturday, December 6
9:30 am – 4:30pm | Metro Vancouver Head Office, Burnaby | Collaborative action project presentations and celebration |
January TBC, 2026
| TBC | Youth4Action 2026 Kick-Off and action project updates |
Applicants are asked to participate in all sessions scheduled from August to December 2025. Please let us know, by email or on your application, if you have any scheduling concerns or conflicts.