The Young Entrepreneurship Pilot Program is a Ministry of Education Initiative supporting the development of an entrepreneurial mindset in students.
Eligible students may receive seed funding to create prototypes and launch a business.
Who is eligible to apply for the Exploring Entrepreneurship Program?
- Any grade 7 -12 YRDSB educator supporting a club of students with a business idea
- Any grade 7 - 12 YRDSB classroom educator engaging students in entrepreneurship
Applications
Clubs are required to:
- Secure a teacher advocate
- Submit a business plan for the club or individual/group business plans*
- Have a business mentor*
Please connect with a classroom teacher at your school who will then speak to the Experiential Learning Consultant.
Classrooms are required to:
- Review and submit business plans that require seed funding*
- Report on the number and type of student businesses*
- Have at least one class business mentor
Please connect with a classroom teacher at your school who will then speak to the Experiential Learning Consultant.