The Climate Change Connection Youth Video Challenge. Think you’ve got a story that can spark change? Enter the Youth Video Challenge for your chance to win a cash prize for your school!
$1,000 for 1st place
$800 for 2nd
$500 for 3rd
AboutThe Climate Change Connection Youth Video Challenge invites participants to create a 90-second video.
Your Voice. Your Vision. Your Climate Future.
Red Carpet Launch PartyIn April 2026, during Earth Month, CBC Manitoba and Generation E will roll out the red carpet for the Youth Video Challenge Premiere Event. The top 10 finalist videos will hit the big screen in front of friends, families, educators, and the community. Prizes will be awarded for 1st place, 2nd place, and the People’s Choice Award—where YOU get to help pick the winner!
Location & date: To be announced – at Fort Whyte Alive – Earth Day Celebrations! Time TBA! More details to follow soon.
How Do I Win?Your Voice. Your Vision. Your Climate Future.
Whether you choose to work solo or collaborate with a team, create an original video that highlights the issue of climate change. We encourage a diverse range of submissions and perspectives on this vital topic. Now is your opportunity to express your creativity, craft an impactful video, and make a genuine difference.
Consider the following:
Leap into the world that could be.
Because the future isn’t written yet — but you can help shape it.
Submit your short video for a chance to be featured during Earth Month!A panel of judges will select up to 10 finalists, and one winner will be chosen by People’s Choice — the video with the most views, likes, and shares online!
What we’re looking for:
Personal point of view — how climate change impacts YOU and fellow Manitobans
Smart, local solutions (*hint check out – our resource website below.)
Creativity and originality
Strong storytelling
Solid sound and picture quality
Who Can Participate?This challenge is open to all Manitoba high school students in grades 5-12. You can sign up as an individual or as part of a group. Participants are also asked to complete a short questionaire and parental consent form with video submission. Submit your video by April 10, 2026.
PrizesPrizes will be awarded to the winning schools to support classroom resources, school improvements, or your next climate action project!
There are two prize categories:
2nd Place: $800
People’s Choice Award: $500
For more information and resources, visit: https://climatechangeconnection.org/news/youth-video-challenge/
$1,000 for 1st place
$800 for 2nd
$500 for 3rd
AboutThe Climate Change Connection Youth Video Challenge invites participants to create a 90-second video.
Your Voice. Your Vision. Your Climate Future.
Red Carpet Launch PartyIn April 2026, during Earth Month, CBC Manitoba and Generation E will roll out the red carpet for the Youth Video Challenge Premiere Event. The top 10 finalist videos will hit the big screen in front of friends, families, educators, and the community. Prizes will be awarded for 1st place, 2nd place, and the People’s Choice Award—where YOU get to help pick the winner!
Location & date: To be announced – at Fort Whyte Alive – Earth Day Celebrations! Time TBA! More details to follow soon.
How Do I Win?Your Voice. Your Vision. Your Climate Future.
Whether you choose to work solo or collaborate with a team, create an original video that highlights the issue of climate change. We encourage a diverse range of submissions and perspectives on this vital topic. Now is your opportunity to express your creativity, craft an impactful video, and make a genuine difference.
Consider the following:
- Move Beyond the Facts: While presenting information is essential, don’t just relay the statistics; make it personal, tell a story. Why is this issue significant to you? What actions are you taking?
- Personal Perspective: In what ways has climate change affected your life? How are you taking action on the climate
- Inspirational Message: Inspire Manitobans to rethink and take action in innovative ways.
- Vision for the Future: Imagine a climate-conscious Manitoba, encompassing your lifestyle, work, food choices, clothing, and eco-friendly practices.
Leap into the world that could be.
Because the future isn’t written yet — but you can help shape it.
Submit your short video for a chance to be featured during Earth Month!A panel of judges will select up to 10 finalists, and one winner will be chosen by People’s Choice — the video with the most views, likes, and shares online!
What we’re looking for:
Personal point of view — how climate change impacts YOU and fellow Manitobans
Smart, local solutions (*hint check out – our resource website below.)
Creativity and originality
Strong storytelling
Solid sound and picture quality
Who Can Participate?This challenge is open to all Manitoba high school students in grades 5-12. You can sign up as an individual or as part of a group. Participants are also asked to complete a short questionaire and parental consent form with video submission. Submit your video by April 10, 2026.
PrizesPrizes will be awarded to the winning schools to support classroom resources, school improvements, or your next climate action project!
There are two prize categories:
- Middle School (Grades 5–8) – 3 prizes each.
- High School (Grades 9–12) – 3 prizes each.
2nd Place: $800
People’s Choice Award: $500
For more information and resources, visit: https://climatechangeconnection.org/news/youth-video-challenge/
