The Village of Point Edward's first annual snow creation challenge. First prize - colourful family of penguins. The Village of Point Edward's first annual snow creation challenge. Third prize - the old Point Edward train. February 2022. (Photo courtesy of the Village of Point Edward via Facebook)

Winners announced in Pt. Edward snow creation challenge

By Natalia Vega

February 8, 2022 - 4:39pm

A family of penguins won first place in the Village of Point Edward's first annual snow creation challenge.

The contest began on Thursday, February 3 and concluded on Monday, February 7. The participant list included 24 residences and businesses.

The winners were announced Tuesday morning through the village's Facebook page.

The penguin sculptures that took first place are located at 25 Alfred St., second place was for a fish at 24 Louisa St., and third place was awarded for the old Point Edward train at 509 Victoria Ave. The prizes consisted of gift certificates to a Point Edward business of the winner's choice.

The Village of Point Edward's first annual snow creation challenge. Second prize - a fish. February 2022. (Photo courtesy of the Village of Point Edward via Facebook)

The Village of Point Edward's first annual snow creation challenge. Third prize - the old Point Edward train. February 2022. (Photo courtesy of the Village of Point Edward via Facebook)

Special Projects and Health & Safety Co-ordinator Shelley Archer had previously said the challenge was created in order to help boost community spirit.

Additional photos and a full list of where snow sculptures can be found have been posted to the village's Facebook page.