Halifax Climate Investment, Innovation and Impact (HCi3) Fund

It’s the final countdown 🗣️ The deadline for the Tribe x Hci3 Youth Climate Pitch Competition is just ONE week away, so now is the time to get those pitches in! If you’re between the ages of 16-30, and have an idea to build a greener Nova Scotia, this is your shot to make it happen — with the chance of winning $5000 👀 🤔 Who can apply? ▪️Racialized youth (16-30) in Nova Scotia ▪️Teams must be at least 50% racialized 📝 What you need to submit: ▪️A pitch deck (mandatory) ▪️A 2-3 min pitch video (optional) ▪️A brief bio (name, age, role, self-ID) So what’re you waiting for? Don’t miss out and apply today! 🔗 For details on eligibility, criteria, and how to submit, visit: https://lnkd.in/guwYT5-G #PitchCompetition #ClimateAction #TribeNetwork #hci3

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A big thank you to everyone who has already shared their thoughts through our Deep Retrofit Financing and Funding survey! For those who haven't yet, the survey closes today at 5pm Atlantic time. Don’t miss your chance to add your voice and enter to win a gift card! https://lnkd.in/gHsya5Sf

The countdown is on! Early tickets for the main conference for BuildGreen Atlantic 2025 are only available until March 28! Join over 550 building industry professionals at BuildGreen Atlantic 2025, at the Halifax Convention Centre on April 28 & 29. HCi3 is thrilled to be hosting a half-day workshop on funding and financing strategies for deep retrofit on April 28. This workshop will feature financing experts, practical insights, and peer learning opportunities designed to help building professionals and organizations meet their retrofit goals. Secure your early bird ticket before March 28 and join us in Halifax: https://ow.ly/8nPF50VkWc5

Our Atlantic Canada Deep Retrofit Financing & Funding Survey closes in just three days! Please take 5 minutes to answer it – your input will help us develop training and resources for building owners and professionals PLUS you can enter to win a $100 gift card! Link: https://lnkd.in/gHsya5Sf

Yes, dipping my toe into the podcasting world, as part of Climate Stories Atlantic’s (previously Climate Story Network) new direction - extending our reach to cover positive climate change initiatives (and the people behind that work) happening in the rest of Atlantic Canada. Check out my first podcast with my very brave guest, #HalifACT’s Kevin Boutilier P. Eng. And as my introduction says, a really great guy with a really important message for the city, the province, and beyond. Special thx to Michael Boyd Sean Kelly Zack Metcalfe Evert Lindquist Philip Moscovitch Alison Auld Elizabeth Peirce Debbie Roza-Mercier Chris Benjamin Shannon Miedema Gabrielle Riley Gallagher #LCC https://lnkd.in/evbpaX3W

Do not miss this opportunity Secure your spot NOW!! www.buildgreenatlantic.ca

Next up in our grantee profile series: The Climate Voices Initiative! The Climate Voices Initiative, led by Future Civics with support from Dalhousie University and HCi3, is working to amplify African Nova Scotian voices in climate conversations. Through community-led research, the project explores climate awareness, energy equity, and environmental justice—ensuring African Nova Scotian communities play an active role in shaping sustainability solutions. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/g5TQ9xJz #ClimateJustice #ANSCommunities #Sustainability #EquityInAction #ClimateVoices

Calling all building owners, property managers, and building professionals! This is a gentle reminder to share your insights by March 10 in the survey for our friends at Halifax Climate Investment, Innovation and Impact (HCi3) Fund. Your input will shape vital resources, including: training materials, peer networking opportunities, and half-day workshop on financing strategies at BuildGreen Atlantic (April 28). As a thank-you, participants have the chance to win: A $100 grocery gift card and a $50 donation to a local food bank. Your feedback is invaluable—please complete the survey here: https://ow.ly/BaKB50VbXrr #TheReCoverInitiative #HCi3 #DeepRetrofits #PublicParticipation

For two years, the Upper Hammonds Plains Community Centre play area sat in darkness. The Light the Path Solar Initiative is changing that with solar-powered lighting, ensuring a sustainable and community-driven solution. Led by Randy Headley on behalf of Delmore “Buddy” Daye Learning Institute (DBDLI) and supported by HCi3, this project goes beyond lighting—it’s sparking conversations on renewable energy and local climate action. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/gZPGDX8d #RenewableEnergy #CommunityDriven #SolarPower #ANSCommunities #LightThePath