ABOUT THE BEE

WHY CIVICS?

The Canton Chamber of Commerce is participating in the National Civics Bee® again this year because we believe that informed and active citizens make for a strong country, a strong economy, and a strong workforce, and that our continued prosperity depends on the strength of all three. Through the Bee, we are promoting greater civic knowledge in Michigan and celebrating our civic pride. The Canton Chamber of Commerce along with the Michigan Chamber of Commerce, is partnering with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation to host a local civics competition that encourages young Americans to engage in civics and contribute to their communities. Participating 6th, 7th and 8th graders will flex their civics knowledge for a chance to win recognition and cash prizes. The top finalist from each participating state, will be invited to Washington, DC to compete in the Second Annual, National Civics Bee National Championship on November 11, 2025.

A college education fund of $100,000 will be awarded to the top finalist, with cash awards of $25,000 and $15,000 to second and third place winners.

Join us on April 30th from 6:30-8:00 at Eastern Michigan University, Student Center Auditorium for the live local event.

The top 20 students will test their Civics knowledge as they compete for cash prizes.

Come early to network with other businesses at a multi-Chamber networking event from 4:00-6:00 in the mezzanine outside the Student Center Auditorium.

 Network with other business professionals from the A2Y, Belleville, and Romulus Chambers.

Refreshments will be served. Registrations is open. https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/6sm2mbj

The state level of the competition will be held on July 9th, at Heritage Hall in Lansing.

WHY CIVICS? 

The Canton Chamber of Commerce along with the Michigan Chamber of Commerce, is participating in the National Civics Bee® because we believe that informed and active citizens make for a strong country, a strong economy, and a strong workforce, and that our continued prosperity depends on the strength of all three. Through the National Civics Bee®, we are promoting greater civic knowledge in Michigan, educating students, and celebrating our civic pride.