YOUTH CLIMATE CORPS BC - SQUAMISH

The Squamish Youth Climate Corps team has had an active and inspiring season so far, working alongside the District of Squamish and local partners to support climate action and community resilience. The season began with a cultural land orientation from Talaysay Tours, followed by a series of trainings focused on respectful workplace practices, team building, and public engagement through an equity and inclusion lens.

The team has contributed to zero waste events like the Kids' Clothing & Book Swap and the Re-Use It Fair, and gained insight into local waste systems through a landfill tour. They’ve supported active transportation initiatives during Go by Bike Week, including hosting free tune-up stations and supporting the facilitation of a community bike repair workshop. Other hands-on contributions include native species planting in the Squamish Estuary with Squamish River Watershed Society, supporting the setup of Squamish ReBuild’s new storefront, and conducting FireSmart outreach in evacuation alert zones.

Collaborations with Squamish CAN have included supporting their downtown farm and preparing for residential recycling tote audits, while the team has also worked directly with the District on waste audits at municipal buildings. Looking ahead, they’ll help deliver climate education at District summer camps, assist with drought monitoring and website updates for the Squamish Streamkeepers, and participate in home energy retrofits and air sealing workshops in partnership with Retrofit Assist and the District. With a full summer still ahead, there are many more exciting projects to come.