Competition

Scholastic Art & Writing Awards

Alliance for Young Artists & Writers

A major juried arts and writing competition with regional awards and national recognition for teen creators.

Location / AccessCanada except Quebec through regional affiliatesOnline / regional affiliates · Multiple provinces

Grade EligibilityGrades 9 · 10 · 11 · 12Canadian high school students

Application TimelineEntries open October 1, 2026 · regional deadlines vary through January 6, 2027Check official page for exact cutoff

Eligibility & Requirements

Students in Grades 7–12 or equivalent who are age 13+; Canadian entries are accepted through the applicable regional affiliate, except Quebec under the published participation terms.

Field of Study

Arts & design

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