In 2006-07, the London chapter held an essay contest and awarded 12 bright writers with cash awards for their efforts. Local newspaper editors did the honour of judging the essays and providing "real world" critiques for the young journalists. Many thanks go out to the newspaper editors and to Linda Steele, the contest organizer.
Essay contest winners:
TVDSB Elementary:
- 1st: Jonathan Lee, Grade 5, Glen Cairn Public
- 2nd: Alika Kingsbury, Grade 8, Otterville Public
- 3rd: Madeline Smart, Grade 6, Westdale Public
TVDSB Secondary:
- 1st: Jas Irwin, Grade 10, Oakridge SS
- 2nd: Carmina Ravenera, Grade 9, Lucas SS
- 3rd: Azzura Lalani, Grade 9, Central SS
LDCSB Elementary:
- 1st: Seth Marcaccio, Grade 6, St Mary's Choir School
- 2nd: Cameron Patterson, Grade 6, St. Mary's Choir School
- 3rd: Victoria Gordon, Grade 6, St Jude London
LDCSB Secondary:
- 1st: Emily Austin, Grade 12, St Joseph SS
- 2nd: Matthew Stancek, Grade 11, St Mary SS
- 3rd: Sammantha Dunseath, Grade 11, St Joseph SS