A Richmond elementary student has won a democracy poster competition and will receive her award in Victoria in May.
Joyce Lee, 11, won in the Grade 5 to 8 category and will be recognized at the B.C. legislature on May 7 during an unveiling ceremony.
Joyce and the two other winners in different age categories, Chloe Chiang from Surrey and Jayla Boudewyn from Victoria, will spend the day in the provincial capital visiting the lieutenant governor and will get a behind-the scenes tour of the legislature.
Their artwork will be on display at the legislature.
The contest received 209 entries from children and youth in British Columbia. Among the participants were students from more than 50 public and independent schools representing different regions of the province.
Final judging was conducted by the lieutenant governor of British Columbia and the speaker of the legislative assembly.
"I am always impressed with the ability of youth in British Columbia to express their connection to community and democracy through art," said Janet Austin, Lieutenant Governor of British Columbia. "As the leaders of tomorrow, it is important that youth recognize the value of democracy and civic engagement."
The contest encouraged young British Columbians to reflect on the importance of community connections, civic engagement and the rights and responsibilities of citizenship and democracy.
Each grade category was provided with a unique contest question to help guide the creation of original visual artwork.
An online exhibit showcasing the artwork of the winners is available on the contest website.
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