The 2023 Canada Games has launched a provincewide ‘Mascot Design Challenge’ contest, asking students to help create a character that will become a symbol for the games being hosted by Prince Edward Island. Island kids between the ages of five and 12 will be able to choose from one of five design options: the blue jay, red fox, snowshoe hare, red squirrel, or make their own unique creation. The new mascot should celebrate the power of sport and bringing people together while reflecting the identity, culture, and heritage of PEI. The winning design will be announced this June with the contest winner receiving a Canada Games prize pack and a celebratory pizza lunch for their class.