Jessamy Stursberg Poetry Prize 2025 for Canadian Youth

Applications are now open for the Jessamy Stursberg Poetry Prize 2025, an exciting opportunity for young poets across Canada to showcase their creativity, passion, and unique voice. If you are a young writer with a love for poetry, this prestigious national competition is your chance to gain recognition, share your work with a wider audience, and join a vibrant community of emerging literary talent. Open to Canadian youth, the Jessamy Stursberg Poetry Prize celebrates the power of words and encourages self-expression through poetry, offering a platform for young voices to be heard and appreciated. Whether you’re a seasoned writer or just beginning your poetic journey, this is a chance to inspire others, receive national acknowledgment, and take a meaningful step forward in your artistic development. Don’t miss the opportunity to be part of one of Canada’s most respected youth poetry awards.

The Jessamy Stursberg Poetry Prize for Canadian Youth was established to foster a lifelong relationship between Canadian youth and the literary arts, specifically poetry. The prize is supported through a generous donation from the Stursberg family and other donors in honour of Jessamy Stursberg.

Benefits of Stursberg Poetry Prize

• Cash Prizes: Win $450, $400, or $350 in both Junior (Grades 7–9) and Senior (Grades 10–12) categories.
• Recognition: Gain national recognition for your poetic talent.
• Opportunity to Grow: Be part of a legacy that nurtures young poets across Canada.

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Eligibility

• Students must be in one of the two categories: grades 7-9 (junior), or grades 10-12 (senior).
• Students may submit only one (1) poem.
• Poems must be a maximum of one (1) page long.
• Students must be Canadian citizens or permanent residents.
• Homeschooled students are welcome to submit – select the grade most appropriate for your age or year of study.
• Parents, guardians, and teachers are permitted to submit poems on behalf of students as long as the student has provided their consent.

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