Community Champions

Become a BC Hydro Community Champion

The BC Hydro Community Champion program [PDF, 1.1 Mb] is a student program that encourages grade 4 to 12 classes around British Columbia to nominate an environmental organization that is making a difference in their local community.

The winning nominee receives a donation of up to $1,000. To be eligible, organizations must be a not-for-profit group that supports sustainability, conservation, or education on environmental issues in B.C. Preference is given to initiatives that assist young people in understanding and participating in environment activities in local communities.

The nominations deadline was February 1, 2010, and each nominating class is eligible to win $200.

The program is an opportunity for young residents to engage with their local community groups to learn how to make an environmental difference. It works in concert with other Power Smart youth initiatives and the conservation ethic already introduced by BC Hydro.

View the BC Hydro Community Champion program [PDF, 1.1 Mb] overview for details.

Read about the 2009 program results and award recipients.

2010 Community Champions application

Check back in the fall to apply for the 2010 Community Champions.