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NATIONAL FOREST WEEK
ANNUAL CONTEST
2026 Contest Open
Every September, we host an annual youth art, photography and video contest celebrating the importance of forests in our daily lives, from parks to homes to Indigenous cultural values.
$150 cash prizes are awarded to Canadian youth winners aged 5 - 18.
Pay careful attention to the annual theme. View some previous year's winners below.
Scroll for details or click below button for contest entry requirements. If you're ready to enter, then
Use the CONTEST ENTRY FORM to submit your work. Multiple class entries permitted.
Canada’s Forests Teaching Kit Series: The Teaching Kit provides educators or home school parents with the tools to help young people better understand forest values, conservation and sustainable management of them. Download free teaching tools here.
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By entering, you agree to the contest rules as described on this website page.
CONTEST INFO
2026 Theme:
Forest Pathways: Innovation and Sustainability
ENTRY FORM
2026 National Forest Week Contest
Now Open!
RULES
Submissions should depict the theme.
The sustainable future of Canada’s forests is shaped by science and innovation. From advanced monitoring technologies to evolving management practices, innovation-driven forestry balances ecological integrity with economic opportunity. By embracing science, innovation and diverse global perspectives, we support resilient forests that will provide environmental, social, and economic benefits in a changing world.
Submissions should depict how science and technology are used in Canadian forestry.
Challenge: See if you can find a credible source that tells you what percentage of BC's forests are harvested each year!
Forests play a vital role in providing homes for animals and plants supporting other plants (ex. nurse stumps). Forests also support humans through: recreation, wood products to build our homes and schools, pharmaceuticals like cancer drugs, as well as our economy & careers.
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By participating, contest entrants agree that their names and submissions can be published in local news media and on FORED social media channels.
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All entrants qualify for complimentary, youth membership at FORED BC.
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All original artistic mediums accepted: i.e. pencil, crayon, paint, mural, collage, graphics, photos, videos...
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Only winners will be notified.
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Mailed submissions cannot be returned. Address: #213 - 4481 West 10th Ave. Vancouver BC V6R 4R8
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Videos must be less than 3 min.
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For video files larger than 4 GB, you can use the free emailer WeTransfer
(no sign-in required).
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Use the CONTEST ENTRY FORM to submit your work.
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PREVIOUS WINNERS OVER THE YEARS
