Google announced the 12 student finalists of Doodle 4 Google, a nationwide competition inviting students from kindergarten to grade 12 to redesign the Google logo, and it’s now Canadians turn to vote for their favourite doodles.
Google is asking Canadians to vote for their favourite doodles by June 2 to give students a chance to have the winner’s artwork takeover Google.ca for a day and win a $10,000 university scholarship as well as a $10,000 scholarship for his/her school. In fact, Canadian voting will help determine four grade group winners (Kindergarten – Grade 3; Grades 4 – 6; Grades 7 – 9; and Grades 10 – 12), with each winner receiving a $5,000 technology award for their schools.
In March, Google kicked off Doodle 4 Google in Canada by asking students across the country to use their imagination and answer the question, “What I see for Canada’s future is…”
This tribute to Canada’s upcoming 150th birthday generated more than 10,000 submissions. The 12 student finalists are from Quebec, Ontario, Alberta, and British Columbia, and all 12 doodles can be seen at Doodle 4 Google.
Two student finalists competing from Toronto are:
A Bright Future
Student: Jana Sofia Panem
Grade group: Grade 10-12
School: Madonna Catholic Secondary School
Doodle description: I see that wind power will be an alternative energy source for Canada’s future. I believe we will have enough energy to generate power for our everyday lives such as electricity, transportation, and the Internet. This transformation will greatly benefit our future generation as it will help to maximize preserving our vital nature and maintain a clean environment.
Canada, The Land of Endless Possibilities
Student: Roldan Esteban
Grade group: Grade 10-12
School: Bloor Collegiate Institute
Doodle description: In the future, Canada is going to be the home of the most innovative and eco-friendly technological advancements. It is going to be a peaceful and prosperous country that thrives through the smart usage of technology and resources to provide its citizens the highest standards of living.
Google will announce the winning doodles at a finale event on June 13 at the Art Gallery of Ontario.
Related:
Celebrating Canada’s 150th Birthday with a Tech Twist
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