2026 SAFEGEN Youth workplace video contest

Our 2026 Safegen Youth Workplace Video Contest is NOW OPEN for entries!

Time to put on your director’s hat and produce a video for a shot at winning up to $2,500 and a chance to advance to the national Focus on Safety Youth Video Contest with the Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety! 

Whether you choose to be a solo star or team up for collaborative brilliance, $6,000 in cash prizes awaits three winners.

Mark your calendars! Submission deadline: April 1, 2026

Who’s eligible? All Alberta students aged 14-18 years inclusive, are invited to participate in this contest.

The video submission must be no longer than two minutes in length and in a 16:9 aspect ratio (landscape).

Need an extra dose of inspiration? Dive into our workplace safety courses, check out past winners or take one of our suggested themes:

-The Importance of Good Communication
-Mental Health in the Workplace
-Speak Up! Refusing Unsafe Work 

We can’t wait to see your vision come to life!
Proudly presented by @CAREERSNextGen.

HOW TO ENTER

Create your video and upload it to our online entry form here.

CONTEST WINNERS ANNOUNCEMENT

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Prizing

First Place – $2,500 for the winning individual or group, plus $1,000 for your school, and you will advance to the national Focus on Safety Youth Video Contest with the Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety. 

Second Place – $1,500 for the winning individual or group.

Third Place – $1,000 for the winning individual or group.

Judges

Natalie Wilde, CPHR

HR & Workforce Development Advisor
Alberta Hotel and Lodging Association

Chris Browton

Executive Director
Skills Canada Alberta