Canadian Forces Newspapers Youth Reporter Competition

5 Topic Categories

Participant’s story idea can be in a variety of formats such as a written article, a video report, a podcast or photography to allow for more creative freedom.

• Growing Up in a Military Family:

  • A personal piece in regards to what life looks like in a military family
    Example: What are the challenges and opportunities brought forth by moving frequently?

• Health & Wellness:
  • What does wellbeing mean to you? (mental, physical, social, financial)
  • A piece in regards to mental, physical, emotional or spiritual wellbeing.
  • Example: How does regular exercise affect your daily life? What habits have you developed that have had a positive impact on your self-esteem and mental wellbeing?
• Heroes in my community:
  • A piece about someone you look up to in your community, and or a figure who has had a positive impact on your life.
  • Example: Is there a teacher or mentor in your life that has had a positive impact on your life? What did you learn from them? What teachings would you pass down to others?
• Inspired to inspire
  • A thoughtful and inspiring piece in regards to a theme or subject that resonates with you.
  • Example: What has been your biggest lesson learned in the last year and why?
• Open Category
  • A subject of your choice in the medium of your choice to encourage creative freedom.