How it works:

Summer Company is the Government of Ontario’s flagship youth entrepreneurship program, delivered locally through Peterborough & the Kawarthas Business Advisory Centre. This program is perfect for self-motivated, entrepreneurial-minded youth looking to try their hand at business ownership.

Through this program you receive:

• one-on-one guidance from Business Advisory Centre staff
• advice and mentorship from local business leaders
• access to business workshops, training, and resource
• up to $3000 of start-up money to kick-start a summer business

Who should apply:

• high school, college or university students who are returning to school after the program ends
• residents of Ontario (who are also Canadian citizens or permanent residents)
• youth between the ages of 15-29 years old (parent must sign the application if under 18)
• not already running a business
• not working another job or going to school for more than 12 hours a week during the program