Looking for a job this summer? Why not create your own with help from the Summer Company program? Through the Summer Company program, students can get start-up money to kick-off a new summer business, along with advice and mentorship from local business leaders to help get the business up and running. Eligible participants receive up to $1500 in start-up funds and business coaching from the Small Business Centre Advisors throughout the summer. Students who complete the program and meet all the requirements receive an additional $1500 when they return to school. A limited number of spaces are available each year and the application process is competitive. Interested students are encouraged to visit the [Summer Company website](https://www.ontario.ca/page/start-summer-company-students) for additional information. Who is Eligible? You could be eligible, if you: - go to high school, college or university - live in Ontario - are a Canadian citizen or permanent resident - are between **15-29** years old (**if under 18**: a parent or guardian must sign the agreement for the applicant) - **are not** already running a business - **are not** working at another job or going to school for more than 12 hours a week during the program - are returning to school after the program ends You cannot apply again, if you have received a Summer Company grant in the past. **[Learn more about the Program, the eligibility criteria, and how to apply here](https://sbcentre.ca/programs/summer-company/)** ### **Information Session Dates:** - **[March 13, 2024](https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/in-person-summer-company-program-information-session-march-13th-2024-tickets-817489833097?aff=oddtdtcreator)** - **[April 2, 2024](https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/in-person-summer-company-program-information-session-april-2nd-2024-tickets-817496643467?aff=erellivmlt)**