Calling all youth with powerful ideas to share! TEDxKelowna Youth returns to École Okanagan Mission Secondary (OKM) on May 19, 2026, so the time to apply to be a youth speaker is now. This inspiring event brings together students from across the Okanagan to share ideas worth spreading and lead conversations that matter.
“Each year we host this event, we are amazed by the creativity, passion, and commitment youth bring to their communities. TEDxKelowna Youth provides a platform for these powerful ideas to reach the world and spark meaningful change.” -Graham Johnson, TEDxKelowna Youth Organizer.
More than a speaking event, TEDxKelowna Youth is a platform for youth leadership and innovation, aligned with our school district’s theme of Learner Agency. Students will explore topics shaping our world and future, including:
- Learner Agency – Taking ownership of learning and life.
- Mental Health & Wellbeing – Building resilience and supporting one another.
- Learning & Innovation in Schools – Rethinking education for tomorrow.
- Truth & Reconciliation – Honoring stories and creating pathways for understanding.
- Climate Action & Sustainability – Driving change for a healthier planet.
- Artificial Intelligence – Navigating opportunities and challenges in a digital age.
- Other Powerful Ideas – If it matters to you, it matters to us!
Speaker applications are now open and will be accepted until January 1, 2026. Students interested in sharing their voice and inspiring change can apply at www.TEDxKelowna.com.
Join us at OKM’s Mission Mainstage Theatre for a day of ideas, innovation, and impact. Together, let’s celebrate the power of youth voices and their ability to shape the future.
