The Skyky Multicultural Learning Foundation is proud to present Art for Every Star, a national children’s drawing contest with heart. More than just an art competition, this event is part of the Children Help Children initiative — a youth-led charity movement that empowers children to give back through creativity and compassion.
 
In 2025, under the leadership of Youth Committee Chair Catherine Sun, our vibrant youth team is launching this event to raise awareness and support for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). We believe every child is a star — and through art, we can shine brighter together.
 
Event Overview
Event Name: Art for Every Star – Canada Children’s Drawing Contest 2025
 
Who Can Join: Children across Canada (all skill levels welcome!)
 
Expected Participants: 100+ young artists
 
Beneficiary: Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
 
Registration Fee:
$30 per participant - All registration fees will be fully donated to charitable organizations supporting therapy and rehabilitation for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)！

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Timeline
Submission Opens: May 2025
Submission Deadline: Friday, July 18, 2025
 Award Ceremony: Sunday, August 31, 2025
 
Submit your artwork to any of the following designated studios:

 

LoveFunART
(Suki, 416-829-9657, info@lovefunart.ca)
 
Feeling Art Studio
(647-675-4558, feifeimickey@gmail.com)
 
Kevin's Art Studio
(Kevin, 416-939-1512, WeChat: KevinArtStudio)
 
KaKa Art Lab
(Kaka, 6478663188, kakaartlab@gmail.com, WeChat:kaka123_z, Address: 1063 Mcnicoll Ave 2nd Floor)
 
Jean Arts lab
(Since 2003, Studio Locations: Scarborough. Markham. Whitby. Oshawa, Tel: 289-893-3005, Email: jeanartsca@gmail.com )

 

Star Light Art Studio

(WeChat: liuhanfang798, Email: starlightartliu@gmail.com, Address：825 Denison St. unit 1，Markham)

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Philharmonic Music and Art Canada
(Tel: 416 8397166, Email: info.philharmonic@gmail.com , Address:200 Towncentre Blvd. Unit 102, Markham)

More art studios will be added to the list soon.

Theme & Message
Celebrate creativity. Embrace neurodiversity. Shine through art.
 
“Art for Every Star” is a tribute to the unique talents of all children. We encourage young artists to express themselves, raise their voices through visual storytelling, and stand in solidarity with peers on the autism spectrum.
 
Age Categories
Group A: Under 6
Group B: Ages 6–12
Group C: Ages 12+
 
Prizes & Recognition
(Prizes may be adjusted based on participation level.)
 
First Prize (1 per age group):
Large Trophy
Certificate of Achievement
$200 Cash Prize
$800 Book Publishing Credit
 
Second Prize (2 per age group):
Medium Trophy
Certificate of Achievement
$100 Cash Prize
$500 Book Publishing Credit
 
Third Prize (3 per age group):
Small Trophy
Certificate of Achievement
$50 Cash Prize
$300 Book Publishing Credit
 
All Participants Will Receive:
Certificate of Participation
Printed art book featuring their submitted work (with official ISBN)
A bestselling educational novel by a Chinese-Canadian author
 
Contest Jury
A panel of renowned Canadian artists will serve as judges. (To be announced soon!)
 
Organized by Youth, for Youth 
Led by an inspiring youth committee, this event is organized with passion, purpose, and a strong belief in peer-to-peer impact.
 
Event Chair: Catherine Sun
Committee Members: Doria Huang, Eason Chen, Enzo Chen, Ian Luk, Hermione Luk, Miffy Gao
 
Powered by Children Help Children
A charitable initiative of the Skyky Multicultural Learning Foundation, Children Help Children nurtures future leaders while encouraging meaningful community service.
 
Let Every Child Shine! Join us in celebrating the power of creativity, empathy, and inclusion.
 
Together, let's make every star shine — one masterpiece at a time.

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Presenting Sponsor: Bright Eyes Optometry

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