Submission Period: March 27, 2026 — May 8, 2026
Some stories are gentle—the warmth of the kitchen, the repeated reminder to "wear more layers."
Some stories are resilient—days of gritting teeth through challenges, the unseen exhaustion.
And some stories are never told—drowned by time, covered by life, lightly passed over as "just the way it should be."
You can write about:
- Maternal love, personal growth, and family bonds
- Memories, misunderstandings and reconciliation, regrets and remorse
- A small incident, a sentence, a disagreement
- The moment of realization after you became a mother yourself
- Authenticity and sincerity are enough! No fancy words required.
Style & Word Count
Prose, essays, notes, fiction, or poetry are all welcome. No length limit—anything from a short reflection to a lifetime of memories.
Who Can Participate
No age or identity restrictions. We welcome every friend who loves writing and life.
How to Submit
Email: syrg4cclub@gmail.com
Please attach author's name and a brief bio (within 100 words).
Ensure original work (new or previously written works are both acceptable).
Selected works will have the opportunity to be featured on the following platforms:
- Media Broadcast: Read aloud and broadcast on "Ottawa Chinese Radio"
- Live Interaction: Invited to participate in Mother's Day live events
- Publication: Published on the "Fenghua Wendao" WeChat official account and the "Ottawa Chinese Language School" website