Shaping Pathways to a Greener Future
The Faculty of Environmental and Urban Change (EUC) is excited to host Green Career Fair 2026. This event brings together sustainability‑driven organizations, emerging professionals, and York’s vibrant community of students and alumni committed to making a positive environmental impact.
As industries move toward greener and more resilient practices, the need for knowledgeable and passionate talent continues to rise. The Green Career Fair offers a dynamic platform for employers to share insights, showcase opportunities, and connect directly with students and graduates who are eager to contribute their skills to meaningful environmental work.
Whether you’re looking to explore career pathways, build professional relationships, or attract fresh talent ready to add value to your organization, this event creates space for purposeful conversations and impactful connections.
Date: Wednesday, April 1st, 2026
Time: 9:00AM – 2:00PM
Location: York University – Victor Phillip Dahdaleh Building (Keele Campus)
Event Schedule
| Time | Location | Event | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8:30 AM | Victor Phillip Dahdaleh Building (Main Floor Lobby) | Registration/ Check-in Opens | Check in for the Green Career Fair, pick up event materials and get ready before the day’s activities begin. This is a great opportunity to review the schedule and prepare to connect with employers, alumni and fellow students. |
| 9:00 AM – 9:45 AM | Victor Phillip Dahdaleh Building (Main Floor Lounge) | Morning Mixer (Networking with Employers, Students, Alumni) **Space is Limited – register early to secure your spot** | Start the day with a light networking breakfast and connect with employers, students, and alumni working across the environmental and sustainability sectors. This informal session provides you with an opportunity to strike up conversations and build valuable connections! |
| 10:00 AM – 10:45 AM | Victor Phillip Dahdaleh Building (Main Floor) | Industry Panel **Space is Limited – register early to secure your spot** | Hear directly from industry experts! Discover the trends, skills and pathways shaping opportunities in Canada’s thriving environmental sector. Whether you’re exploring career paths or looking to stand out as a top candidate, this session offers valuable insights and connections to kickstart a meaningful career in the green economy. |
| 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM | Victor Phillip Dahdaleh Building (Main Floor Lobby) | Employer Exhibits | Meet with organizations, companies and agencies working in the green sector. This is your chance to speak directly with representatives, learn about career pathways, placements and volunteer opportunities, and expand your professional network! |
2026 Exhibitors
Panelist

Miranda Baksh
Education Programs Manager, Greenpeace
Founding Executive Director, Community Climate Council
Miranda Baksh is a public speaker, climate action catalyst, and one of York University’s Top 30 Changemakers Under 30 making a difference in the world. Holding a Master’s (2019) in Environmental Studies, her studies in Costa Rica and Belize shaped her global-to-local climate focus. he founded The Community Climate Council in 2018 in Brampton, to increase climate literacy and civic action in her community. Primarily BIPOC-led, it has spanned over 5 years of impact across the GTA and brought over 120 diverse volunteers into the climate movement.

Nicole Doray
Consultant, Sustainability & Citizenship – Co-operators
Founder, Doray Strategy & Design
An award-winning sustainability professional and facilitator, Nicole works at the intersection of climate and social justice to drive bold impact forward. She solves problems using insights from a combination of 15+ years of experiences in NGO management, anti-oppressive human-centered design, research, and communications. Most recently, she served as an Acting Director at the David Suzuki Foundation, a consultant at Co-operators, and a facilitator for IRC Wash.

Codrina Ibanescu
Executive Director, Feeding Canadian Kids
Codrina Ibanescu is an environmentalist and artist. As a Director at the Rural Urban Learning Association and former Executive Director of Feeding Canadian Kids, she continues to inspire communities to integrate sustainable and community-engaged practices, principles, and methodologies. Codrina is a recent Master’s graduate of the Faculty of Environment and Urban Change, and a former Sustainability Assistant with the Office of Sustainability at York University. She encourages others to adopt ecological ethics, intergenerational justice, and biocentric welfare.

Deborah Poon
Director, Account Management, Call2Recycle
As Director, Account Management, Deborah is responsible for Call2Recycle’s expansion into embedded battery programs, managing and developing relationships with all key stakeholders. Deborah brings years of account management experience from the Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) industry. She is recognized for her project management and analytical strength in optimizing sales and implementing business development opportunities.
Deborah has a Bachelors of Mathematics from University of Waterloo.

Nick Tsui
Manager, Climate Integration, Black Stone Energy
Nick is a climate and sustainability professional with over seven years of experience across the private and public sectors. He leads Blackstone’s Climate Integration team, providing climate consulting and regulatory expertise, and supporting the development of institutional decarbonization strategies.
Prior to joining Blackstone, Nick worked in sustainable investing at a global private equity real estate firm, focusing on decarbonization strategies for over $3B in assets. He also has public sector experience researching environmental performance in the plastics industry.
Nick holds a Master’s in Sustainability Management and a background in Psychology, Neuroscience and Behaviour, bringing a thoughtful, integrated approach to his work and strong leadership.
Exhibitor Map
List of Organizations
Green Career Fair Preparation Support
To help you get ready for the Green Career Fair, the Experiential Education Office is hosting special drop‑in sessions.
Join us to learn how to use Big Interview and Big Resume effectively, get quick feedback on your resume, boost your confidence and pick up tips on how to make the most of your fair experience.
IN-PERSON Sessions (HNES Rooms 114 or 116)
Monday March 16th à 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Wednesday March 18th à 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Tuesday March 24th à 10:30 AM – 1:00 PM
VIRTUAL Sessions (email EUC_EE@yorku.ca for Zoom link)
Monday March 23rd à 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM (virtual)
Tuesday March 17th à 10:30 AM – 1:00 PM (virtual)
Wednesday March 25th à 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM (virtual)
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