Concurrent with Lantern Peace Festival in the Building A Culture of Peace Month 2026
New Deadline May 10, 2026
Building A Culture of Peace is to connect people and communities and to make harmony among diverse cultures.
This initiative, Calgary International Contest for Young Artists, makes Calgary a hub to connect young artists in the world and foster them as the creative future leaders.
Young artists are asked to bring your creativity into being based on the theme “My Harmony” following the rules and conditions stipulated below.
Theme: “My Harmony”
“Harmony” is another word of “Unity” and “Peace.” You can take it as a harmony within you, or a harmony with your family, friends, communities, and/or nations. Also, you can take it as “harmony with our environment or the planet,” or even “harmony with the universe”!
You can find harmony and peace in someone’s smile or a little flower blooming under the debris.
Show us your unlimited imagination inspired by the word, “Harmony.”
Submission guidelines
Submission Eligibility:
Open to all young artists both international and Canadian who are in either one of the following age-categories.
(1) Junior Category: Ages 10 to 14 (as of August 8, 2026)
(2) Senior Category: Ages 15 to 18 (as of August 8, 2026)
Dr. Arthur Clark Scholarship Awards
Prizes will be awarded to three finalists in each category:
· 1st Prize: $500 CAD
· 2nd Prize: $300 CAD
· 3rd Prize: $100 CAD
No entry fee is required
Artwork Specifications:
– Format: 2-dimensional paper
– Size: Any size
– Medium: Any medium
– Originality: The work must be the applicant’s original creation. AI-generated or digitally created artwork is not accepted.
– Signature: Please ensure your signature is visible on the artwork.
Submission process
Please submit the following items digitally on or before May 10, 2026 at floatinglanternpeace@gmail.com.
(1) Artwork digital file: A high-quality photo of your art (JPEG, 5 MB to 10 MB) Suggestion: when taking your artwork, preferably use bright, indirect natural light (like on a cloudy day or near a window) to avoid harsh glares. Make sure the photographer’s shadow doesn’t appear in the photo.
(2) Portrait Photo: A photo of you holding your artwork (JPEG, 5 MB or less)
(3) Application Form: Complete THIS FORM including a brief description of your work (50 words or less). If this Google Form does not work for you, please contact us by email. We will send you an alternative form.
Selection & Notification
Award winners will be notified via email by July 31, 2026.
Winners must provide valid bank information to receive their scholarship funds. Specific details regarding the payment will be sent following the announcement.