2026 Winners
For the 2026 Tails of Hope Short Story Writing Contest we asked our community to write a short story about their furry friend. We were thrilled to receive so many creative and high quality submissions and are happy to share the top 3 winners, one from each age category:
- Osa and Dorrit, by Elowen: 5-7 years old
- Luna! The Lost Cat, by Zehn: 8-10 years old
- Mellow's Exciting Adventure, by Zack: 11-12 years old
Sponsors
A big thank you to Scholars of Ajax and Pickering, opens a new window for sponsoring this initiative.
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2025 Winners
- Lily the Rescue Cat, by Humayraa: 5-7 years old
- Me and My Buddy, by Ava; 8-10 years old
- Wish, by Gloriana 11-12 years old
2024 Winners
- Ruby the Rabet, by Ariana: 5-7 years old
- Nutty and the Mystery of the Missing Acorns, by Avangeline: 8-10 years old
- The Adventures of Pepper, by Chloe: 11-12 years old
2023 Winners
- The Turtle & The Coyote 2, by Isabella: 5-7 years old
- Storm The Dog, by Karissa: 8-10 years old
- The Three Fish and the Plastic Monster, by Aania: 11-12 years old
Congratulations to all the young authors!
2023 Participants and Adults
2023 Contest Winners
Pickering Public Library, Pickering Animal Service, and High Five Kids Dental Staff
Sponsor
A big thank you to Hifive Kids Dental & Braces, opens a new window for sponsoring this initiative.
2021 Winners
