To support youth entrepreneurship, the Muskoka Small Business Centre invites students between the ages of 15 and 29 to apply for the Summer Company program.
The program encourages youth to run their own summer business by providing them with funding, advice and services.
Through the provincial program, which is delivered by the Muskoka Small Business Centre, successful applicants will participate in business training sessions, they will benefit from guidance and mentorship throughout the summer, and can receive up to $3,000 to support their business venture.
Applications will be received until April 30 and acceptances will be made on an ongoing basis. To learn more about the program or to apply, Click HERE.
Summer Company has helped dozens of young entrepreneurs in Muskoka, like Timothy Peden.
Timothy is the proud owner of Pure Torque, a private sale vehicle marketing agency. Pure Torque offers advertising and marketing services for cars and boats in the Toronto and Muskoka areas. As the auto industry continues to evolve with new technology, Pure Torque is innovating the way buyers and sellers connect while conducting transactions. They offer a full suite of services, including professional photography to optimize the appearance of each vehicle and thorough market analysis to help realize the most value for every vehicle. For more information, you can visit https://puretorque.square.site
“Summer Company is for students who want to be their own boss this summer, anyone looking at a career in the trades, or someone looking to build their resume or college application by demonstrating entrepreneurship skills. The Muskoka Small Business Centre is proud to be able to provide this program and support young entrepreneurs in Muskoka,” stated Elizabeth Cornish, Managing Consultant, Muskoka Small Business Centre
The Muskoka Small Business Centre (MSBC) has been serving Muskoka businesses with support from the province of Ontario’s Small Business Enterprise Centre (SBEC) funding for more than 30 years. Since 2005, the Town of Bracebridge has been the managing partner of the provincial Small Business Enterprise Centre funding for Muskoka, providing financial and operational oversight. The MSBC team serves entrepreneurs across Muskoka by delivering the Summer Company and Starter Company programs, providing personalized business consultations to those starting or expanding a business, and assisting with business registration, business plan development, and more.
To learn more about the Summer Company program, visit muskokasmallbusiness.ca/programs or email [email protected].
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