Fraser Institute Student Essay Contest

Annual Canadian essay contest on economics and public policy open to high school and post-secondary students. Winning essays are peer-reviewed and published. Cash prizes for top five submissions.

Award

Cash prizes for top 5 submissions

Deadline

Est. 2026 — deadline TBA

closes in 58 days

Commitment

Application only

Who can apply

Students attending school in Canada 2025/2026 or enrolled in 2026/2027, international students studying in Canada eligible, 1,000–1,500 words

Grade levels

Grades 11–12CEGEP

Details

Deadline

Est. 2026 — deadline TBA

Award / Value

Cash prizes for top 5 submissions

Difficulty

Moderate

Time Commitment

Application only

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Quick facts

CompensatedYes

InternationalCanada only