Ocean and climate innovation PROGRAM

The Ocean and Climate Innovation Program

Open to high school students entering grades 9 – 12 in Fall 2025, the Ocean and Climate Innovation Program invites participants to learn about ocean technologies, engineering, climate data and artificial intelligence while completing an innovative Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV) design project. 

Students will build, customize and test their own ROV, collecting real-time ocean data which they will analyze and interpret to understand the impacts of climate change as it relates to Nova Scotia.

Hosted at Dalhousie University, in Halifax, Nova Scotia, the Ocean and Climate Innovation Program will feature hands-on projects, visits to research labs and networking opportunities with local industry professionals.

2025 Details:

Program Dates: July 21 – July 25, 2025
Program Location: Sexton Campus at Dalhousie University
Cost: $425 per participant
Eligibility: High school students entering grades 9-12 in Fall 2025

The Ocean and Climate Innovation Program Includes:

• Offsite field trips
• Use of Dalhousie University labs
• Welcome package
• Guest speakers and mentorship from industry professionals
• Connection building at Dalhousie University
• Lunch provided daily