Theme: This is a time when the world needs more love and compassion than ever
The video contest is open to students in grades 9-12
Contestants are encouraged to highlight the need and power of love and compassion, and how they can transform our society. The world is currently facing a great threat due to the lack of harmony and understanding among people. Instead of growing division, intolerance and hate, we can come together, to combine our strengths and resources to overcome any challenge. It’s time to recognize the importance of harmony and peace, for only through dialogue, support, and collaboration we can hope to problem-solve and secure a positive future for all.
Submissions: February 5 - April 15, 2024
For inspiration, please read: A Document on Human Fraternity for World Peace and Living Together
Prizes:
1st Prize $650 CAD
2nd Prize $350 CAD
3rd Prize $200 CAD
Cash prizes: Sponsored by the Dominican Friars of Toronto
Questions? Email interreligious@archtoronto.org or call 416-934-3400, ext. 527.
Contest Rules:
Eligibility:
- Grades 9-12 students are invited to take part in the contest and focus on the “Theme”.
- The contest video must be submitted between February 5 - April 15, 2024, 3:00 p.m.
Video Submission Requirements:
- Each school can submit three entries. The authenticity of the content and video must be approved, endorsed by the School Principal, or a Chaplain along with their letter of certification.
- Entries can be submitted by an individual or a team, (Including name of the individual or, team leader with their phone number, E-mail address, school name and address).
- The name of the school and school board must be displayed on the title screen of the video production.
- The content of the video must focus on the theme, must not violate generally accepted standards of behavior, and avoid using threatening, profane, or harassing language and are not allowed to take political sides or pass any hateful statement or judgement towards any person or community.
How to enter:
- Contestants must sign into YouTube and upload their video entry/entries based on the theme.
- The video must have original content, no shorter than one (1:30 seconds), and no longer than three (3:00) minutes. Entrants that do not already have a YouTube account are required to create one.
- Video link along with a letter of certification to be submitted below
Selection of winners: All submissions will be viewed by a panel of media professionals and judged on overall merit, in consultation with the sponsors of the contest.
For questions or comments: Contact Interreligious@archtoronto.org or call at 416-934-3400 Ext. 527