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2007/08 Ottawa Secondary Schools
"Pathways to Discovery" Contest

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Partners in Research (in conjunction with our co-sponsors) is pleased to announce the 2008 Essay Contest for the Greater Ottawa Area. The theme of the contest is “The Scientific Journey: Pathways to Discovery” with an emphasis on the role of biomedical research in Canadian society. 

We will be awarding a series of cash prizes at each grade level (grades 9-12). These prizes will consist of Gold ($150.00), Silver ($100.00), and Bronze ($50.00).  A certificate of merit will be awarded for the top essays from each grade level, as well as the opportunity for a grand prize winner to be a “Scientist for a Day.”

Essays, typewritten and limited to 1000 words in length, will be accepted on any topic related to health research  (see complete rules for details). Entries may be submitted by individual students, or by teams of up to five (5) students, in English or French. 

Papers will be adjudicated based on the “KICA” concept in the Ontario Curriculum Policy Documents, as follows: Knowledge (45%), Inquiry (20%), Communication (20%), and Application (15%).

 

Deadline: April 11, 2008.

 

Eligibility:  Students who are currently enrolled in secondary schools in the National Capital Region may submit entries, individually or in teams of up to five students in a given school.