Past Program - Summer 2025
YOUTH CLIMATE CORPS BC - SQUAMISH
Empowering Youth for a Better Future
Located in Southwest British Columbia, Squamish is a community deeply connected to its natural environment. From its culture to its economy, the future of this district is deeply impacted by the climate crisis. The presence of Youth Climate Corps BC in Squamish seeks to promote climate resiliency in the community and ensure a brighter future for those who call Squamish home.
The district of Squamish stands on the unceded traditional territories of the Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish Nation). We acknowledge and honour the rich heritage and deep connection to this land.
Land Acknowledgment
YCCBC Squamish - 2025 Season
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.
Past Seasons of YCCBC Squamish
Meet the 2024 Squamish Team
Within Youth Climate Corps, crew members are between 17-30 years old; they earn wages, gain work experience, build networks, and develop themselves personally and professionally. Meanwhile, they complete projects that both benefit their own communities and support global efforts to act on the climate crisis.
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