Design a Bookmark Contest

MPL’s popular Bookmark Contest is back—and we can’t wait to see your creativity shine! This is your chance to design a bookmark that will be printed, shared, and enjoyed by readers all across our branches.

Theme:

My Library, My Place
Show what makes the library special to you - your favourite corner, program, or activity.

Categories:

Ages 6–12 (Grades 1–7)

  • Hand-drawn design
  • Digital design

Ages 13–18 (Grades 8–12)

  • Hand-drawn design
  • Digital design

How to Enter:

  • Participants must be between the ages 6 – 18 (in Gr. 1 - 12) and have a MPL library card.
  • The design must stay within the dedicated space space on this entry form.
  • Submitting your hand-drawn design:
    • Drop off your design on the entry form at a MPL branch
    • Scan & upload your design on the entry form online.
  • Submitting your digital design:
    • Fill out the entry form online at markhampubliclibrary.ca/2025bookmarkcontest
    • Upload your design with your name as the file name.
    • Ensure your file format is - PDF (preferred) or JPEG with a CMYK colour profile at 300 PPI.

Contest Rules & Conditions

  • Your design must be completely original. Entries that include licensed characters, AI-generated images, or artwork made with templates/stock illustrations (e.g., Canva) will not be accepted. One entry in one category per person.
  • Students who are 5 but currently in Grade 1 may enter the contest.
  • Students who are 18 and still in high school are eligible. University and college students are not eligible.
  • Any entries with inappropriate content will not be considered.
  • By entering the contest, you agree that MPL may use your design—including printing, sharing, and displaying it at all library branches.

Prizes

  • 50 copies of your own bookmark
  • $25 Markville Mall Gift Card
  • MPL Tote Bag
  • All winning bookmarks will be distributed across MPL branches

Deadline to Submit:

All submissions must be received by 11 PM on October 31, 2025. Don’t forget to include the Contest Entry Form when you submit your design!

Bookmark Contest 2025 Submission

  • PDF or JPG format
    Accepted file types: jpg, pdf, Max. file size: 30 MB.
  • This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.
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