Save the Date – ISABC Youth Sustainability Conference 2026.
Date: February 20th, 2026
Location: UBC
Audience: Grade 6-12
Cost: $20
ISABC, in partnership with UBC Sustainability Hub, is excited to announce our fourth annual Youth Sustainability Conference! Bringing together students from our 27 schools across Southern BC, this exciting event provides the opportunity for young people to learn about the many ways individuals and communities are taking action for the planet and changing the game. We are currently seeking presenters to lead workshops for students from Grade 6-12 and engage them in hands-on, inspirational learning. If you are interested in becoming a part of this engaging and powerful day. If you have any questions please reach out to:
Jasmine Hare, [email protected]
James Wilms, [email protected]
Draft Conference Schedule
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9:00-9:40: Check-in – Welcome desk
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9:40-10:10: Opening Full Group Session
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10:20-11:20: Workshop #1
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11:30-12:30: Workshop #2
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12:30-1:20: Lunch & Cross-school collaboration
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1:30-2:30: Workshop #3
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2:40-3:00: Closing remarks, prizes & feedback
Looking for Presenters
The ISABC (Independent Schools Association of British Columbia) is planning an in-person Youth Environmental Conference for students aged 11-18 on February 20th, 2026 to be held at UBC.
We anticipate roughly 250-300 students to attend the conference from across Southern British Columbia. We are looking for organizations and/or individuals who would be interested in running a workshop session focusing on inspiring student action to make change in their own schools and communities. If you or your organization are interested in leading a workshop, please click on the link below to complete the registration form.
Presenter Registration Form