Learning and Teaching Through
Art & Conversation
Art Contest
Our UNDRIP Art Contest invites children and young community members to explore what Indigenous rights mean to them through creative expression. Inspired by the principals outlined in the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP), this contest creates space for youth to reflect on identity, culture, land, community, and self-determination through art. Whether through drawing, painting, digital art, or mixed media, we encourage participants to share their vision and voice.
Want to learn more about the rights that inspire this contest?
Rules
Get ready to share your creativity! Here’s everything you need to know to participate in the UNDRIP Art Contest.
Who Can Participate
- Two Age brackets:
- Children: 6 to 15 years old
- Young Youth: 16 to 30 years old
Note: Children under 16 must have permission from a parent.
Theme
- All artwork must be related to the principles and themes of the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples.
Submission Guidelines
- Artwork can be in any medium: drawing, painting, digital, or mixed media.
- A judging panel will select one winner and two honourable mentions from each age bracket.
- Winners will be announced at WNNB’s Annual General Assembly in September 2026.
Participate today!
To enter the contest, participants must be Wolastoqiyik, complete the entry form, and submit their artwork to the email address provided in the form. Participants under the age of 16 must have their parent or legal guardian complete the form with them. All submitted artwork will be displayed on this page after the contest has closed.
There will be prizes for first, second, and third place in each category!
We would like to thank the Beaverbrook Art Gallery and Westminster Bookmark for their contribution to the prize load.
Community Sessions
Our team will visit each community to share educational materials, answer questions, and give you an opportunity to discuss UNDRIP and its interpretation, exploring how its principles can be applied in everyday life. Sessions will be designed to encourage discussion, reflection, and shared learning within Wolastoqey communities.
Virtual Engagement Session
Before the Annual General Assembly, a virtual session will be held to gather community input on UNDRIP priorities. Participants from the in-person community discussion forums are invited to join a half-day facilitated discussion to share their perspectives, concerns, and ideas. Central gathering points will be available in each community to support accessibility and collective participation.
For dates, locations, and more details, please visit our events page.
