Application Information 2025-2026:

The following information below is regarding how to apply, the application process, the interview process, the selection process, and other important information. 

Applications will open on Tuesday February 10, 2026:

• Applications will go live on our website.

• Applications will go live on our social media pages with links in our bio's. 

• Applications will be available by emailing connect@cavunity.org and a copy will be sent directly to your inbox.  

• Onsite applications at any CavUnity pop up recruitment event/booth (more information to come).

Who can Apply: Students in grades 7-12 all across Nova Scotia are eligible to apply. Part of our 2026 expansion is the expansion across the entirety of Nova Scotia to cover all counties and regions. 

• District #1 (Central Region): Eastern Communities (Preston Township, Chezzetcook, Musquodoboit Harbour, Eastern Shore, Porters Lake, and surrounding communities).

• District #2 (Central Region): Dartmouth Region (Cole Harbour, Dartmouth, Eastern Passage, and surrounding communities).

• District #3 (Central Region): Metro/Central (Halifax peninsula and surrounding communities).

• District #4 (Central Region): Bedford & St. Margret's (Bedford, St. Margret's, and surrounding communities). 

• District #5 (Central Region): Sackville (Lower and Middle Sackville, Beaver Bank, Fall River, and surrounding communities). 

• District #6 (Southern Region): Lunenburg County (Bridgewater, Lunenburg, Mahone Bay, and surrounding areas)

• District #7 (Southern Region): Queens County (Liverpool, Caledonia, Greenfield, and surrounding areas)

• District #8 (Southern Region): Shelburne County (Barrington, Shelburne, Lockeport, and surrounding areas)

• District #9 (Southern Region): Yarmouth County (Argyle, Yarmouth, Hebron, and surrounding areas) 

• District #10 (Valley Region): Digby County (Weymouth, Digby, Clare, and surrounding areas)

• District #11 (Valley Region):  Annapolis County (Annapolis Royal, Middleton, Bridgetown, and surrounding areas)

• District #12 (Valley Region): Kings County (Kentville, Wolfville, Berwick, and surrounding areas)

• District #13 (Fundy Region): Hants County (Windsor, Hantsport, Enfield, Elmsdale, Lantz, Shubenacadie, and surrounding areas)

• District #14 (Fundy Region): Colchester County (Stewiacke, Brookfield, Truro, Bible Hill, Tatamagouche, and surrounding areas)

• District #15 (Fundy Region): Cumberland County (Pugwash, Oxford, Parrsboro, Springhill, Amherst, and surrounding areas)

• District #16 (Highlands Region): Pictou County (Trenton, Westville, Pictou, Stellarton, New Glasgow, and surrounding areas)

• District #17 (Highlands Region): Antigonish County (Heatherton, Pomquet, St. Andrews, Antigonish, and surrounding areas)

• District #18 (Highlands Region): Guysborough County (Canso, Sherbrooke, Guysborough, and surrounding areas)

• District #19 (Cape Breton Region): Inverness County (Grand Étang, Whycocomagh, Mabou, Port Hood, Chéticamp, Inverness, and surrounding areas)

• District #20 (Cape Breton Region): Richmond County (West Arichat, Petit de Grat, Louisdale, St. Peter's, Arichat, and surrounding areas)

• District #21 (Cape Breton Region): Victoria County (Neil's Harbour, Ingonish, Baddeck, and surrounding areas)

• District #22 (Cape Breton Region): Cape Breton County (Louisbourg, Sydney Mines, New Waterford, North Sydney, Glace Bay, Sydney, and surrounding areas)

Mission Statement: 

CavUnity is a youth-led organization dedicated to engaging students in grades 7-12 across Nova Scotia in meaningful volunteerism within their communities. Founded by youth, for youth, our mission is to inspire leadership, foster a sprit of service, and empower young people to make a positive impact through action driven initiatives. 

Through our events, fundraisers, programs, and workshops focused on our initiatives Care, Recreation, Hunger & Homelessness, Environment, and Mental Health, Addictions & Well-Being, we develop the leaders of tomorrow while addressing the needs of our communities. CavUnity values unity, inclusivity, diversity, equality, and service, creating opportunities for youth to grow, lead, and contribute in ways that strengthen both themselves and their communities. 

"By Youth, For Youth - Building a Better Tomorrow" is not just our slogan; it is the heart of everything we do - guiding our work, empowering our members, and shaping brighter futures for the communities we serve. 

Applications can be completed through the following methods:

1. Applications can be completed by scanning the QR code located on our posters at our recruitment booths/pop ups, or at your school (select schools). 

2. Applications can be completed through the link in our bio on our social media pages (Instagram & Facebook). 

3. Apply via the embedded Google Form on our website by clicking here. 

4. Apply via email by emailing connect@cavunity.org  for a copy of the application to be sent to you. 

How to Apply: To apply you will have to chose a method to complete your application which are listed above. 

If you have any troubles while completing an application or have any questions or concerns please send an email to connect@cavunity.org and a member of our Executive Leadership Team will be happy to assist you. 

Application Process: 

1. Complete and submit the application. You will receive a confirmation email when your application has been received to be reviewed by members of our team.

2. All applicants who apply will for one of the remaining executive positions will be required to complete an interview. All general member applicants will receive an email with next steps and on-boarding information.

3. All applicants will receive confirmation of their position between Wednesday February 11, 2026 - Saturday February 28, 2026. 

   • • Please note that all applicants will receive a position within CavUnity whether general member position or executive; this will be determined following the review of your application (preferences and what's available) and your interview. 

Interview Process (Executive Positions Only):

1. Once your application is reviewed you will be contacted through email (the email provided in the submitted application) to schedule an interview.

2. The interviews are meant to get to know you as the applicants and meet to talk with members of both our Executive Leadership Team and Executive Team. During the interview you will be asked questions similar to the application and additional questions regarding your position may be asked. 

3. Following the interview you will receive confirmation of your position, next steps, and on-boarding information between Wednesday February 11, 2026 - Saturday February 28, 2026. 

Interviews will take place:

• Online via Google Meet (preferred method).

• In-person at a location of you convenience (if applicable).

During interview we will review the roles and responsibilities documents for your selected positions.  

Selection Process: Please see the break down of our selection process. This process is broken down from start (when your application is received) to finish (the final selection of all positions and roles). 

1. Applications received and reviewed. 

2. All applicants for executive positions will be interviewed. 

3. Interview evaluations will be reviewed. 

4. Selection of all applicants will take place. 

   • All applicants are selected for the best role based on their experience, skills and interview evaluation. 

Additional Information: CavUnity Volunteer Association values the principles of equity, diversity and inclusion, we welcome and encourage applications from all peoples. 

At CavUnity we value your needs and any accommodations that need to be made throughout the registration and recruitment process. If you require any accommodations please include them in your application or don't hesitate to send an email to our Director of Volunteers & Accessibility, Aidan Lang at alang@cavunity.org.

Contacts: Please see the list of contacts below, please reach out to connect@cavunity.org to begin but if further communication is required our if you would like to contact a member of our team directly please select from the list below or visit our executive directory. 

• Isaiah Cox (Founder & President) - icox@cavunity.org or 902-809-2863

• Sophia Haigh (Co-Vice President) - shaigh@cavunity.org or 902-293-2281

• Jasmine Aulenback (Co-Vice President) - jaulenback@cavunity.org

• Aidan Lang (Director of Volunteers & Accessibility) - alang@cavunity.org 

Important Reminder: 

Please continue to check your email for updates and communication, email will be the main method of communication used to contact you. All applicants will be setup with their CavUnity email upon acceptance into CavUnity following the review of your application and the completion of the selection process.