Connected by Community Challenge

cognize the importance of community, the resilience of our people, and the many ways we need to stay connected. Communities are connected through creativity, recognizing that people of all ages and circumstances have talents to share. Telling stories is powerful means to connect and inspire – the best stories teach us about life, help us understand each other better and discover common ground and purpose. We are challenging you to share your creativity and your stories and invite you to reflect on how your submission relates to one or more of these important compassionate community themes:

· Dying, Loss, Grief and Remembrance

· Compassion, kindness and caring for others

· Resiliency (surviving and thriving in the pandemic)

This challenge is open to any resident of Ontario of any age. Submissions are accepted until September 6th, 2021. Winners will be selected for each age, creative and story category. Special recognition will be awarded to highest ranked submissions from members of Indigenous, black, or LGBTQ2+ communities, or people with disabilities. Winners will be determined by a volunteer panel of community judges and announced August 2021.