The District of West Vancouver challenged students this year from Kindergarten to Grade 12 to create and submit short videos demonstrating that using the Green Can is easy, and an important habit to help divert food scraps from landfill.
Over 100 students registered to participate, and 35 videos made by individuals and groups were entered in the contest. The videos were exceptionally creative and demonstrated that looking after the environment is important to West Vancouver students.
The Waste Control Services team was honored to participate in reviewing entries alongside members of Council and school district staff. Judging criteria included creativity, clarity of the message, and whether the students displayed an understanding of the theme. Waste Control services was also happy to sponsor the contest and prizes this year. Check out the winning video and runner-ups:
First prize ($750):
- Aden Malhotra Lizarraga of Wescot Elementary School (Grade 5)
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First Runner-up ($150):
- Natalia Kurzecki of Caulfeild Elementary School (Grade 4)
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Second Runner-up ($100):
- Sydney Cameron of Ridgeview Elementary School (Grade 4)
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Honourable Mention:
- Ema Gafur of Caulfeild Elementary School (Grade 2)
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View all entries:
https://westvancouver.ca/parks-recreation/youth/student-video-contest-student-video-contest-2021
Author: Charmaine Wu