Application closes on May 15th, 2023. Requirements Apply

The Summer Company Program by the Ministry of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade, and Government of Ontario grants eligible parties start-up funds to start a summer business and advice and mentorship from local business leaders within your community. Successful applicants get up to $1,500 upfront to help with start-up costs and up to $1,500 upon completing program requirements.

Eligible parties can apply for the grant. The eligibility criteria include the following.

Applicants must

• attend a high school, college, or university

• live in Ontario

• be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident

• be between 15-29 years old (if under 18: a parent or guardian must sign the agreement for the applicant)

• not be already running a business

• not be working at another job or going to school for more than 12 hours a week during the program

• be returning to school after the program ends

• have not received a summer grant in the past

HOW TO APPLY

The program for 2023 is open through May 15. To apply, you must pass the eligibility criteria and apply here. View the original article on the Government of Ontario website for more information.

Check out the Government of Ontario website for more information on grants and grant programs for small businesses. As always, we will keep you posted on any open grant programs within the province!

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