School and Youth

Nova Scotia Youth Climate Summit

Nova Scotia Youth Climate Summit

May 2, 2026
Dartmouth, Nova Scotia  

Join us at the 2026 Nova Scotia Youth Climate Summit on May 2 for a day focused on Preparing for the Clean Economy.

Apply if you are:

  • Between 14 and 24 years old
  • Living in Nova Scotia
  • Passionate about the environment

 Registration for the 2026 Nova Scotia Youth Climate Summit is now closed.

Attendance is on a first-come, first-serve basis; 50 spots are available.

Event Details

Date: May 2, 2026

Time: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. (registration begins at 9 a.m.)

Location: Fairbanks Interpretive Centre, 54 Locks Rd, Dartmouth, NS B2X 2W7

Meals: Food will be provided, including coffee, tea, snacks, lunch and dinner (optional, beginning at 5 p.m.).

Event Overview

The Nova Scotia Youth Climate Summit will bring together 50+ youth
(ages 14-24) from across the province for a day of learning and discussion about climate change challenges and opportunities in our communities.    

This is a free event. All meals will be covered. Participants will also receive a welcome package with climate-related resources and sustainable gifts to take home.   

The summit will include interactive activities, guest presentations, panel discussions and networking with other young climate leaders.    

Learning and discussion topics at the summit will include:   

  • Climate change impacts and climate policy in Nova Scotia.  
  • How to address climate change challenges in your own life or community. 
  • How to communicate about climate change and share your knowledge with others.  
  • Employment opportunities in the clean economy.   
  • Pathways to clean careers.   

           

          Contact Us

          To learn more about the Youth Climate Council, email us:

          YCC@cleanfoundation.ca

          The Youth Climate Council is funded by the Province of Nova Scotia.