On March 26, LUSO Community Services proudly hosted its annual Video Contest Award Ceremony at Museum London, bringing together students, educators, families, and community members for an inspiring evening of reflection, creativity, and celebration.
For over a decade, LUSO has organized this contest to commemorate the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, providing a platform for youth to share meaningful perspectives through film. This year’s theme, “The Human Cost of Racism,” encouraged students to explore the real-life impacts of racism and promote empathy, awareness, and positive change. The evening featured a vibrant program of performances that enriched the celebration, including a dynamic dance performance by 519 School of Hip Hop, a choral performance by John Wise Public School Choir, a cultural dance by Teresa Belay, a saxophone performance by Joshua Williams, an inspiring keynote address by Danielle Munang, and a moving rendition of 'O Canada' by Helen Hibbert.
We would like to thank all participating schools, educators, and students for their dedication and powerful contributions. As in previous years, the quality and thoughtfulness of submissions continue to demonstrate the importance of creating space for youth voices in conversations about equity and inclusion.
Congratulations to all the 2026 Winners
Elementary School Winners
1st Place: St. Jude Catholic Elementary School
2nd Place: Eagle Heights Public School
3rd Place: St George's Public School
Secondary School Winners
1st Place: Westminster Secondary School
2nd Place: Sir Wilfrid Laurier Secondary School
3rd Place: Mother Teresa Catholic Secondary School
Steve Mavers Award
St. Mary's Catholic Elementary School (Listowel)
Once again, we extend our heartfelt congratulations to all winners and participants. Your creativity, courage, and commitment to addressing racism through storytelling are truly inspiring.
The LUSO Video Contest continues to be an important initiative that fosters dialogue, builds understanding, and empowers young people to be agents of change in their communities. We invite everyone to watch and share the winning videos as we continue this important conversation together.
