Jr Fair Prize List

Jr Fair Prize List
2023 Elmvale Fall Fair - Friday

Junior School Fair

October 10 & 11, 2025

All Exhibitsto be Entered on: WED. OCT. 8 BETWEEN 3:30 -8:30 PM

Flos Agricultural Society gratefully acknowledges the support and co-operation of area schools and their staff and Administrators.

Management Committee: Linda Murray, Kathy Daniels, Lindsay KleinGebbinck, Lana Spence, Denise Ritchie-McLean

Livestock Committee: Doug Ritchie

Rules and Regulations

  1. Competition in the Elmvale Junior School Fair is open to elementary and high school students, as well as those children receiving home instruction in our area.
  2. The grade the pupil is in, when the project is completed will determine the class in which it is to be entered.
  3. All exhibits must be the property of the student exhibitor.
  4. Articles exhibited in any previous year will not be awarded a prize.
  5. Pupils must not make more than one entry in any one Section.
  6. All student exhibits should be in place by Wednesday Oct. 8 at 8:30 pm Teachers must arrange their school displays by 8:30 pm Wed, Oct. 8. Livestock should be on the grounds by 10 am Friday, October 10, and removed at 4:30 pm
  7. Special Junior Fair tags will be given to teachers prior to the Fair, and will also be available after Sept. 1 at:• Springwater Public Library in Elmvale, and Superior Facility Services, 8 Yonge St. S., Elmvale
  • email:secretary@elmvalefallfair.com
  • call: 705-527-1899
  • at the Fair Office on October 8th.
  1. If you are in school, please be sure to put your Name, your School and Teacher’s name on your tags. Home-schooled or Pre-school youth must include a home phone number on your tag. NO NAME – NO MONEY!
  2. Exhibits, except livestock, not to be removed until 4:30 pm Saturday Oct. 11, 2025, but must be removed by 5 pm.
  3. Anyone found guilty of willfully breaking the rules of the Fair will forfeit all prize money won.
  4. Plates will be supplied for vegetables. Exhibitor should supply disposable plates for all baking entries.
  5. Home Instructors: In all categories that are pre-judged by classroom teachers, which include Classes 135 – 171, entries must be in the hands of L. Murray 705-770- 9396 by 5 pm, Friday, Oct 3, 2025. Please include a telephone number. They will be pre-judged by a committee – best 3 for all Printing and Writing categories (representation by population).
  6. RIBBONS WILL BE GIVEN TO FIRST, SECOND & THIRD prize in all judged categories. Stickers will be placed on all other winning entries.
  7. PRIZE MONEY will be sent to the schools by Nov. 1, 2025, unless otherwise arranged.

 

ANNOUNCEMENT TO PARENTS: Parents are urged to allow the children to do the work and preparations of the exhibits without assistance. Encourage them in every way, but remember that every bit of work you do for them helps to defeat the object of the Junior School Fair.

 

ALL ENTRIES IN CLASSES 1-134 MUST BE IN PLACE @ THE ARENA BY 8:30 PM. Wed Oct 8, 2025

Flowers

PLEASE NOTE: Avoid glass containers, be sure to have adequate water in your containers. NO artificial items permitted.

OPEN TO CHILDREN GRADE 12 & UNDER

PRIZES OFFERED IN CLASSES 1-56:1st -$4 | 2nd -$3 | 3rd -$2.50,4th – $2 | 5th – $1.50 | $1 up to 10th

  1. Sunflower head with largest circumference, stem removed, dis­played on a plate
  2. Cosmos, 5 stems with foliage
  3. Marigolds, 5 blooms, long stems with foliage
  4. Mums, 3 stems with foliage
  5. MARLENE TINNEY SPECIAL: Petu­nias, single, 5 sprays
  6. Rose, 1 stem, any variety
  7. Rose, 1 bloom, floating with its own leaf
  8. Single Dahlia bloom
  9. Your favorite flower – 4 blooms
  10. Sedum, 3 stems
  11. Hydrangea, 1 stem
  12. Geranium, 1 perfect bloom with own foliage
  13. 1 Hosta leaf
  14. “Rosey Red” fresh arrangement of all red & white flowers
  15. Collection of foliages from your garden/

flower bed, minimum 3 varieties, arranged in a container. DONOT use foliage from trees

  1. Collection of 3 or more varieties of garden flowers, attractively arranged

JK TO GRADE 4 as of Sept 30, 2025

  1. An arrangement of natural foliage and wild flowers, in a tin can
  2. ”Recycle “ A fresh arrangement of assorted flowers in a Tim Horton’s container

GRADE 5- 8 as of Sept 30, 2025

  1. An arrangement of assorted marigolds
  2. ”Canadian Made” Design using a 5-8cm Canadian Flag. Design no bigger than 20 cm in any direction.

SPONSORED BY: E.D.G.E. Elmvale District Garden Enthusiasts.

PRIZES 1st – $4 | 2nd – $3 | 3rd – $2.50

Fruits,Vegetables & Grains

  1. 3 round Beets, trim tops to ¾”
  2. 3 Carrots, trim tops to ¾”
  3. Longest Carrot
  4. 3 Table Cucumbers, each must have a stem
  5. Fattest Cucumber (biggest cir­cumference)
  6. Longest Zucchini, stem not in­cluded in measurement
  7. 3 Cooking Onions
  8. 5 Potatoes, named variety, un­washed
  9. Potato with the most eyes
  10. 1 Pie Pumpkin, with stem attached
  11. 1 Squash, any other kind, named, with stem attached
  12. 1 Pepper Squash, with stem attached
  13. 1 Butternut Squash, with stem attached
  14. 3 Ornamental gourds OR mini pumpkins
  15. 3 Ripe Tomatoes, stems left on
  16. 5 Cherry Tomatoes, ripe
  17. 3 Green Tomatoes, stems left on
  18. 5 Cherry Tomatoes, green
  19. Garlic, 3 bulbs, trim tops & roots to 1”-1 ½”
  20. 1 Odd -Shaped Vegetable, not decorated
  21. 5 Apples, named variety
  22. 3 colorful peppers, on a plate, in a clear re-sealable bag
  23. 1 Ear of corn, husked largest circumference
  24. Make a “ Farmer” out of a decorated corn cob
  25. “Pumpkin Gnome” Using a small pumpkin or gourd, create a Gnome, accessories permitted. Max 25 cm / 10”
  26. 3 cobs of Indian corn, husks pulled back & tied
  27. 1 Litre Barley
  28. 1 Litre Wheat
  29. 1 Litre Edible Beans
  30. I Litre Soyabeans
  31. 3 Ears Yellow, Grain Corn
  32. 3 Stalks Ensilage Corn
  33. Tallest corn stalk, roots removed
  34. Silage Corn, in 1 litre zip-lock bag
  35. 5 lbs. mixed hay, 1st cut, 2025 crop, displayed in a Clear bag
  36. 5 lbs. mixed hay, 2nd cut, 2025 crop, displayed in a Clear bag

CENTRE FLOS WOMEN’S INSTITUTE – SPECIAL

Student with the most points in Sections 1 – 56 | PRIZE: $10

Crafts & Hobbies

PRIZES OFFERED IN SECTIONS 57-121: 1st – $4 | 2nd – $3 | 3rd – $2.50

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PRIZE MONEY SPONSORED in part by Swoop Fiber

To make it easier, we have grouped sections according to Grade. Please note that Judges look for unique items.

 

PRESCHOOLERS, as of Sept 30, 2025

NOTE: Please put a contact phone number on the back of entry tags for classes 57- 61

  1. Trace your foot on 22cm x 28 cm paper (8.5”x11”) & decorate
  2. Finger paint a picture of a cow on 22cm x 28cm paper (8 ½” x 11”)
  3. Make a bug out of playdough, decorations allowed On a small paper plate
  4. Make the initial of your first name, by gluing buttons on a 6” paper plate
  5. Using part of an egg carton, make a bumble bee

JK, SK & GRADE 1 as of Sept 30, 2025

  1. Decorate 3 stones as animals, any media, display in half an egg carton
  2. Glue pasta and/or cereal on paper, creating a picture of a barn, max. 22cm x 28cm (8.5” x 11”)
  3. Create a colourful, repeat pattern,using buttons glued on a white paper,max. 22cm x 28cm (8.5” x 11” )
  4. Make a bouquet of flowers, using egg carton(s), displayed in a decorated soup can
  5. Make a ghost out of tissue paper, use any media
  6. Make a pipe cleaner animal, max. 30 pipe cleaners
  7. Make a flower, incorporating a tea light.
  8. Make a collage of maple leaves you gathered from outside, on 22 cm x 28 cm (8.5” x 11”) paper
  9. Make a picture of a “Barn” using various seeds, glued to a 22cm x 28cm (8.5” x11”) sheet of paper
  10. Decorate a small gift bag in a Canadian theme
  11. Decorate a toothbrush
  12. Decorate a pine cone
  13. Create a picture of a beaver using cotton balls, on 22cm x 28cm (8.5” x 11”) construction paper
  14. Using an apple as the body, create a “Person”, decorated with any media, display on a paper plate
  15. Create a turtle, using 2 paper plates, decorate, use any media

GRADE 2 & 3 as of Sept 30, 2025

  1. Decorate a wooden spoon, as a Mountie
  2. Draw and colour a picture of 3 houses, demonstrating small, medium and large, max. 22cm x 28 cm (8.5” x 11”)
  3. “Tractor Painting”.Dip toy tractor wheels in paint & drive tractor across paper, making an interesting & colorful pattern. Max 22cm x 28 cm ( 8.5” x 11”)
  4. Using your hand OR foot print, decorate to look like a Moose. Max 22cm x 28 cm
  5. Using a Maple Leaf, create a crayon rubbing picture, on white paper, max 22cm x 28cm (8.5”x11”)
  6. Create a Christmas stocking out of Bristol board, decorated
  7. Create a “Piggy Bank” from 1 empty can (i.e. soup) and popsicle sticks, decorate by gluing or taping decorations
  8. Decorate a Tennis Ball as a mouse
  9. Make a race car using empty toilet paper rolls. Decorate using any media.
  10. Create a turtle, using 2 paper plates, decorate, use any media
  11. Cut out & glue pictures of your 5 Canadian Animals label each, on 22cm x 28cm (8.5” x 11”) paper
  12. Draw a picture of fireworks, can use additional materials, i.e. glitter, sequins, max. 22 cm x 28 cm (8.5” x 11”)
  13. Spell your first name with 3 different kinds of seeds, glued to 22cm x 28cm (8.5”x11”) construction paper
  14. Decorated pumpkin, NOT carved, max. 20 cm x 25 cm (8” x 10”)
  15. Using an apple as the body, create a Person, decorated with any media, display on a large paper plate

GRADE 4 & 5, as of Sept 30, 2025

  1. Decorate a Flip Flop, “ Canadian ” theme
  2. Decorate a ball cap for Canada Day
  3. Create a pine / spruce cone animal
  4. Create a winter scene using an 8” paper plate and cotton balls
  5. Create a Beaver, using a brown paper bag, decorated
  6. Make an edible bracelet (string must be edible too)
  7. Create a rural mailbox, using a box, max 12” in any Direction.
  8. Using a tissue box, wrap & decorate as a birthday gift. Judged on technique
  9. Re-purpose a 1l. mason jar into a lantern. Be creative
  10. Create an Autumn Scene, in a glass jar
  11. Draw & label 5 different items found in a barn, on 22cm x 28cm (8.5” x 11”) paper
  12. Make a tin can drum, Canadian theme
  13. Design the solar system, using buttons & other materials, mounted on black construction paper. Labelled.
  14. Decorated pumpkin, NOT carved, max. 30 cm x 35 cm (12” x 15”)
  15. Using an apple as the body, create a Person, decorated with any media, display on a large paper plate

GRADE 6 – 8 as of Sept 30, 2025

  1. Make a collage of hockey related pictures, max. 22cm x 28cm ( 8.5” x 11”)
  2. 5 leaves, from different Ontario trees, mounted, labelled,displayed in a plastic sleeve
  3. Make a “Do Not Disturb” bedroom door sign. Ready to hang
  4. Design a map for a treasure hunt, complete with directions, on 22cm x 28cm (8.5”x11”) paper
  5. Make a bridge using popsicle sticks. Max 23cm in any direction.
  6. Create a Canadian themed word search puzzle. Use 12 Canadian related words, free hand. NO COMPUTER AID, max. 22cm x 28cm (8.5” x 11”)
  7. Using an apple as the body, create a Person, decorate with any media, display on a large paper plate
  8. Using small twigs and pebbles, create a miniature. Campfire pit, on a solid base, max. 22 cm in any direction
  9. Create a dog sled using different shapes of pretzels, display on a large paper plate
  10. Create an Autumn scene, in a glass jar
  11. Decorated pumpkin, NOT carved, max. 30 cm x 35 cm (12” x 15”)
  12. Design a travel brochure advertising Elmvale, any media, max. 22cm x 28cm (8.5” x 11”)
  13. Design an original Canadi­an-themed emoji. max. 22cm x 28cm (8.5” x 11”)
  14. Sketch & color a picture of a farm scene, on 22cm x 28cm (8.5” x 11”) paper
  15. Create an inukshuk , using any media (ie metal, wood, clay, soap) Display securely. Max. 30 cm in any direction.

CENTRE FLOS WOMEN’S INSTITUTE – SPECIALStudent with the most points inSections 57 – 121

OFFERED PRIZES: $10

Centre Flos Womens’ Institute– SPECIAL

SECTIONS 122-124 PRIZES: 1st – $5 | 2nd – $3 | 3rd – $2

GRADE 6 – 8 as of Sept 30, 2025

  1. Create a picture, using water colors, Theme: “Flowers” max. 22 cm x 28 cm (8.5” x 11”)
  2. Draw, color & label 4 Canadian symbols, using pencil crayons, 22cm x 28cm ( 8 ½” x 11”)
  3. Sketch a mountain scape in charcoal or pencil. Max 22 cm x 28 cm (8½” x 11” )

LEGO – SPECIAL BY CORONATION MASONIC LODGE

SECTIONS 125-126 PRIZES:1st – $6 | 2nd – $4 | 3rd – $3

(These will be securely displayed)

Create a Fair Scene, including at least 1 person & 1 animal, WITHIN A SHOE BOX. Cover with saran wrap. Scenery may be non-Lego i.e. paint, paper & twigs. Max. 28 cm (11”) tall. Must use at least 150 Lego pieces. No kits please.

  1. JK – GR 2 ONLY
  2. GR 3 – 6 ONLY

BMR Pro – SPECIAL

PRIZE OFFERED IN SECTIONS 127 – 130: 1st $6 | 2nd – $4 | 3rd – $3

Make a creation, out of duct tape ONLY.

No additional materials to be used.

  1. JK – Grade 1 – Theme: Maple Leaf
  2. Grade 2-3 – Theme: Mini Hock­ey Stick
  3. Grades 4-6 – Theme: Wallet
  4. Grades 7 -8 – Theme: MiniatureHockey Jersey

FOR SPECIAL NEEDS STUDENTS

Sections 131-134: $3 for every worthy entry. Create a project ANY MEDIA,

  1. JK-Grade 3
  2. Grade 4-6
  3. Grade 7-8
  4. Secondary School

 

The following classes 135 through 168 are PRE-JUDGED: These entries must be in the hands of either the classroom teacher or L. Murray (705-770-9396) no later than Fri. Oct 3, 2025, 5 pm. The top 3 entries per classroom will be considered for overall judging.

Art, Curriculum, Penmanship& Posters

Entries will be judged on letter formation, spacing, accurate slant suitable for grade level, neatness and consistency of letter sizing

PRIZES OFFERED IN SECTIONS 135-165: 1st – $4 | 2nd – $3 | 3rd – $2.50

Note: Lyrics for O’Canada is also available on

the Fair web site. O’ Canada is public domain.

JK & SK

  1. Draw a picture, on 22CM X 28CM (8.5”X11”) white paper,any media, “Me at Play”

GRADE 1

  1. Draw a picture, on 22CM X 28CM (8.5”X11”) white paper, any media, “In My Back Yard”
  2. Print the line, use page provid­ed by school representative, “O Canada “

GRADE 2

  1. Draw a picture, on 28 cm x 44 cm (11” x 17”) white Paper, , any media, “My Pet”
  2. Print, on lined paper, first 4 lines of “O Canada!” Trim margins & excess unused lines at bottom

Our home and native land!

True patriot love in all of us command.

With glowing hearts we see thee rise,

The True North strong and free!

GRADE 3

  1. Draw a picture, on 28 cm x 44 cm (11” x 17”) white paper, any media,“Walk in the Forest”
  2. Print, on 3-ring lined paper, print­ed every other line, “O Canada!“

O Canada!

Our home and native land!

True patriot love in all of us command.

With glowing hearts we see thee rise,

The True North strong and free!

From far and wide,

O Canada, we stand on guard for thee.

God keep our land glorious and free!

O Canada, we stand on guard for thee.

O Canada, we stand on guard for thee.

  1. Creative Writing, on 22 cm x 28 cm (8.5” x 11”) white paper, may be typed, “At the Fall Fair, I’m going to…”

GRADE 4

  1. Draw a picture, on 28 cm x 44 cm (11” x 17”) white paper, any media, “The Fall Fair”
  2. Cursive writing, on 3-ring lined paper, written on every other line, “O Canada!” ( see class 141)
  3. Creative Writing, on 22 cm x 28 cm (8.5” x 11”) white paper, may be typed, “Why I would like a Pet”
  4. Draw & color 3 different “Les ani­maux de la Canada”. Title & label in French. Spelling will be judged. On 22 cm x 28 cm (8.5” x 11”) white paper,
  5. A Map of Ontario, 22 cm x 28 cm (8.5” x 11”), naming the Capital, 3 lakes and 5 large cities. Use pencil crayons. MAP AVAILABLE – see end

GRADE 5

  1. Draw a picture, on 28 cm x 44 cm (11” x 17”) white paper,any media, “An Autumn Scene”
  2. Cursive writing, on 3-ring lined paper, written on every other line, “O Canada!” (see class 141)
  3. Creative Writing, on 22 cm x 28 cm (8.5” x 11”) white paper, may be typed, “ Terry Fox – A Canadian Hero”
  4. Draw & color 5 different items found in “Un jardin potager” Title & label in French. Spelling will be judged. on 22 cm x 28 cm (8.5” x 11”) white paper,
  5. A Map of Ontario, 22 cm x 28 cm (8.5” x 11”), naming the Capital, 3 lakes and 5 large cities. Use pencil crayons. MAP AVAILABLE – see end

GRADE 6

  1. Draw a picture, on 28 cm x 44 cm (11” x 17”) white paper, Any media, “Scene from my Window”
  2. Cursive writing, on 3-ring lined paper, written on every other line, “O Canada!“ (see class 141)
  3. Persuasive Writing, on 22 cm x 28 cm (8.5” x 11”) white paper, may be typed, “Convince/encourage someone to move to your Com­munity”
  4. A Map of Canada, label and locate Provinces, Territories and their capitals, 22 cm x 28 cm (8.5” x 11”) paper. Use pencil crayons.

MAP AVAILABLE – see end

  1. Draw & color 5 different “Le machines de la ferme”. Title & label in French. Spelling will be judged. On 22cm x 28cm (8.5” x 11”) paper

GRADE 7

  1. Draw a picture, on 28 cm x 44 cm (11” x 17”) white paper, any media, ”Landscape”
  2. Cursive writing, on 3-ring lined paper, written on every line, (ink) “O Canada!“ (see class 141)
  3. Persuasive writing, on 22 cm x 28 cm (8.5” x 11”) white paper, may be typed, “My Canadian Hero”
  4. A Map of Canada, label and locate Provinces, Territories and their capitals, using 22 cm x 28 cm (8.5” x 11”) paper. Use pencil cray­ons. MAP AVAILABLE – see end

GRADE 8

  1. Draw a picture, on 28 cm x 44 cm (11” x 17”) white paper, any media, “Sunset”
  2. Cursive writing, on 3-ring lined paper, written on every line, (ink) “O Canada!“ (see class 141)
  3. Persuasive writing, on 22 cm x 28 cm (8.5” x 11”) white paper, may be typed, “How I would improve Elmvale”
  4. Map of North America, label countries, capitals, 3 important rivers and surrounding bodies of water, using 22 cm x 28cm (8.5” x 11”) paper. Use pencil crayons. MAP AVAILABLE – see end

MAPS ARE AVAILABLE AT :

www.elmvalefallfair.com/competition/jr-fair-prize-list/

  • Scroll to bottom of section, see DOWNLOAD PDF. Then chose class number

Poster Competitions

REMINDER: Posters are pre-judged and are to be submitted by Oct. 3rd , 2025 as per info on previous page

SPENCE FARMS: SPECIALPrizes offered in Sections 166 – 168:

1st – $10 | 2nd – $6 | 3rd – $4

Any media, on white paper, 22 cm x 28 cm (8 1/2” x 11”)

  1. GRADE 1 & 2: Draw & label 2 different milk products
  2. GRADE 3 & 4: Draw & label 5 different milk products
  3. GRADE 5 & 6: Draw & label 10 different milk products

 

COMMUNITY PROJECT: ELMVALE FOOD BANK

Bring to the THE ARENA BY 8:30 PM ON WED., OCTOBER 8, 2025

In a decorated shoe box, with the lid removed, place 5 non-perishable food items that make a nutritious meal. Judged on Decoration & creativity of meal. Will be donated to the Elmvale Food bank after the Fair.

PRIZES: 1st – $15 | 2nd – $10 | 3rd – $8 | 4th – $6 | 5th – $4

  1. J.K. – Gr. 4
  2. Gr. 5 – Gr. 8
  3. Gr. 9 – Gr. 12

 

Photography

Jr DIGITAL Photography Sections: NEW THIS YEAR!

RULES AND REGULATIONS:

  • Photo entries must be in JPGformat only
  • Entries must be emailed to medontegirl@gmail.com by Friday Sept. 26, 2025. Late entries will not be accepted.
  • One email per exhibitor. Please include name, contact information and exhibitor number (if possible) in the email. Photos should be sent as an attachment.
  • Identify the photo section in the file name: ie section 32-11.jpg Or #32-11.jpg
  • All photos must be taken by the exhibitor, and the exhibitor cannot be in the photo, unless taken as a “selfie”.

32-11. Flower Close-up

32-12. School Spirit

32-13. Selfie with your 4-H Livestock (ie lamb, Calf, etc.)

32-14. Colour Blue – photo predominantly blue

32-15. Favorite Food

32-16. Anything in Nature

Domestic Science / Baking

All entries in classes 172 to 224 must be in place at the arena by 8pm Wed Oct. 8, 2025

PRIZES OFFERED IN SECTIONS 172 – 202: 1st – $4 | 2nd – $3 | 3rd – $2.50 | 4th – $2 | 5th $1.50 & $1 for each worthy entry up to 10th

Home cooked foods only. NO NUTS. Baked goods are judged first on appearance.

Those meeting requirements are then tasted. Please place on recyclable plates (i.e. paper), no larger than 7” and in clear re-sealable bags.

To make it easier, we have grouped sections according to Grade.

JK SK & GRADE 1 as of Sept 30, 2025

  1. 3 chocolate chip cookies, dropped method
  2. Make a marshmallow snowman, decorate with Edible materials
  3. Rice Krispie creation, shaped as a Christmas Tree, on a base max 6” , decorated with edible decora­tions
  4. 3 no-bake squares, 2” each

GRADE 2 & 3 as of Sept 30, 2025

  1. 3 oatmeal cookies, with 1 extra ingredient – labelled
  2. Make a candy wreath, display on a sturdy plate/base
  3. 3 banana chocolate-chip muffins
  4. Rice Krispie creation, shaped & decorated to look Like a flower.

GRADE 4 & 5 as of Sept 30, 2025

  1. 3 cupcakes, iced with edible decorations. Canadian theme
  2. 3 slices of fruit loaf (i.e. banana loaf) Identify fruit
  3. Using 3 cookies, make a snowman, decorated with edible decorations. Judged on APPEARANCE only
  4. 3 tea biscuits, plain

GRADE 6 – 8 as of Sept 30, 2025

  1. 3 pineapple muffins
  2. 3 slices vegetable loaf (i.e. zuc­chini loaf). Identify vegetable
  3. 3 butter tarts (may purchase the shells)
  4. A scary Hallowe’en edible. Judged on appearance ONLY.

OPEN TO ALL STUDENTS

  1. Strawberry freezer jam, 250 ml jar or smaller
  2. 3 oatmeal muffins, with 1 added ingredient
  3. 5 cut-out sugar cookies
  4. Homemade applesauce, 250 ml or smaller. Adult may help with the canning
  5. Create a “ Trail Mix”, including popcorn, max 500ml, in a clear re-sealable bag
  6. 3 slices Banana Bread
  7. JK – Gr 5 A “Cupcake Cake”, using cupcakes as Your base, decorate them for Canada Day
  8. Gr 6 – 12 Using Graham wafers as a base, make a small house, max 8” in any direction, decorate with edible decorations
  9. 3 different chocolate items
  10. Pickled anything, any size jar, adult may help with The canning
  11. 1 loaf of bread made in a bread machine
  12. 3 tea biscuits with raisins
  13. 3 gluten-free bars, 2”, include recipe
  14. Using a waffle ice cream cone, create a Christmas Tree, dec­orate with edible decorations, display on a sturdy plate. Judged on APPEARANCE only.
  15. Create a mason jar gift – dry ingredients ONLY ( i.e. soup mix, cookie mix, hot chocolate mix) Decorate lid and attach recipe

SPECIAL: ELMVALE BAKERY

PRIZE: 1st – $10 | 2nd – $5 | 3rd – $5.00

  1. Best Homemade Loaf of Bread, not from a bread machine, from contestant under age 16. Include recipe of your choice.

O.A.A.S. – PLAIN CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIE COMPETITION

PRIZES: 1st – $3 | 2nd – $2.50 | 3rd – $2 | 4th & 5th – $1.50

  1. Youth up to age 15 years (as of December 31 of current year) 6 cookies, no nuts, no larger than 2.5” (6.25 cm) and no smaller than 2” (5 cm)

NOTE: Winner qualifies for District Competition. To be displayed on a clean, sturdy plate (no pa­per plates) inside a clear plastic bag with exhibi­tor’s name mailing address and Fair represented. Winner of District competition is eligible to enter Provincial competition (if winner unable to send entry 2nd place District winner may enter). Same rules as District, except District must be indicated on Provincial entry tag provided.

Crafts & Hobbies

PRIZES OFFERED IN SECTIONS 205- 224:

1st – $4 | 2nd – $3 | 3rd – $2.50 | 4th – $2

5th – $1.50 & $1 for each worthy entry up to 10th

OPEN TO ALL STUDENTS

  1. Make a homemade apron out of fabric
  2. A knitted project
  3. A quilted project, any size
  4. Decorate a horseshoe
  5. An item made entirely fromrecycled clothing
  6. A Mason jar craft
  7. Make a Barn Quilt, on a half sheet of Bristol board
  8. Make a bookmark, be creative.
  9. Make a sock caterpillar
  10. Make a refrigerator magnet – Canada Day theme
  11. Paint a Canadian Flag on a piece on wood, max 30cm in any direction
  12. Color an adult coloring page.
  13. Make a homemade snowglobe in a 250 ml jar. No kits. Make sure it is sealed/waterproof
  14. Create a “ Basket of Sunshine” to cheer a friend. Using all YELLOW items. Use a 3L basket
  15. Create a Hallowe’en Trick or Treat bag out of an old T-Shirt
  16. Paint a clay pot, as a Thanksgiving Turkey, max 15 cm (6”), use any other media to decorate
  17. Make a key chain, handmade, any media
  18. A “ Dot” picture, max 22cm x 28 cm ( also called pointillism )
  19. Make a craft from recycled items
  20. Any woodworking project, can be made from a kit. Imagination required. STATE AGE ON YOUR ENTRY TAG

2024 HIGH POINT TROPHY WINNER WAS MOLLY WEINS, H.C.E.S.

For any further information: please visit our website Elmvalefallfair.com or call the Secretary at 705-527-1899

Helpful Hints for Junior Exhibitors

  • Please read instructions carefully to avoid being disqualified. Note all size restrictions
  • Entries are judged on neatness, creativity and following directions
  • Fill out the coloured Jr. Fair tag neatly, with the proper class number and description, your name, your teacher’s name (or parent’s name and phone number if pre- or home schooled), and the school that you attend
  • Make sure you bring your exhibits to the arena on WEDNESDAY OCT. 8th BETWEEN 3:30 & 8:30PM. (unless it is in class 135 to 168 – those have to be handed in by Fri Oct 3th) Your items must remain until 4:30 pm. Sat. Oct. 11th, then picked up before 5pm

 

 

Any leftover craft items will be returned to the school the following week. Vegetables left will be given to the Food Bank and all other perishable items will be disposed of, if not picked up. Flos Agricultural Society is not responsible for lost articles

 

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2025 Jr Fair O Canada lyrics.pdf

2025 Jr Fair Class 137 printing.pdf

2025 Jr Fair Class 147 and 152 Gr 4 and 5 map.pdf

2025 Jr Fair Class 156 and 161 Gr 6 & 7 map.pdf

2025 Jr Fair Class 165 Gr 8 map.pdf

How to Enter a Competition

Competition Rules

General Rules and Regulation

Each exhibitor, upon arriving on the grounds, must apply to the Committee in charge, who will inform the exhibitor where the animals or articles are to be placed.

Judging Standards

Our local Committee members do not judge at our Fair. The Society hires and pays for qualified and impartial judges.