Competitors & Judges

The arts are essential to a rich and meaningful education, inviting critical thinking, self-expression, and personal growth while contributing to a community that respects the arts in all their manifestations. The culinary arts are no exception! We're very fortunate to have showcased some of Edmonton's finest Chefs, and we can't wait to continue collaborating with the best that Edmonton kitchens offer!
Whether you're a 3-star Michelin chef or have a secret family recipe, we want to hear from you! We welcome professional and amateur chefs who exemplify the spirit of Edmonton. Competitors who want to share their passion, food, and time to support an amazing cause. Sign up now to test your culinary skills!
Space is limited -- don't delay!
How do I sign up?
- — Register online using our 2025 Online Registration Form; OR
- — Fill out our 2025 Competitor Registration.doc and email it to highlandsparentsociety@gmail.com; OR
- — Email our Competitor Liaison at highlandsparentsociety@gmail.com.
The 2025 Competitors
We're searching high and low for professional chefs and home bakers! These incredibly generous and talented chefs will be creating, donating and selling their yummy cookie creations, and then presenting them to our wonderful judges. Our panel of guest judges and Highlands School student judges will be on hand to award Judges' Choice, Kids' Choice, and Most Unique. The general public will cast their votes for the People's Choice award.
Please welcome:
- -Little Bird Baking - Abby Reimer *2024 Judges' Choice Winner
- -Paperbirch by Chartrand - Chef Shane Chartrand *2022 Most Creative Winner
- - Stay tuned as we continue to enlist! That's right — your name could be here!
The 2025 Judges
We're very happy to introduce the judging panel for this year's Cookie-off! Please join us in welcoming Johwanna 'Jojo' Alleyne (Owner of Mojo Jojo Pickles & food judge for the Edmonton Heritage Festival), Linda Hoang (content creator, social media influencer & social media strategist), Cindy Huynh (Cook with Chopsticks Blogger & Food Photographer), Phil Wilson a.k.a. Baconhound (food writer, radio columnist for CBC Edmonton, & head food judge for the Edmonton Heritage Festival), and Jon Timms (Photographer).
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- Jon Timms
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- Cindy Huynh
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- Phil Wilson (Baconhound)
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- Johwanna ‘Jojo’ Alleyne
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- Linda Hoang