Applications Open for Summer Company

YES is now accepting applications for the Summer Company program, which helps youth start their own business and gain the skills they need to succeed.

L-R: Han Dong, MPP for Trinity-Spadina, Michael Coteau, Minister of Tourism, Culture and Sport and Timothy Lang, President and CEO of YES

On behalf of Brad Duguid, Minister of Economic Development, Employment and Infrastructure, Michael Coteau, Minister of Tourism, Culture and Sport, joined by Han Dong, MPP for Trinity-Spadina made and announcement regarding youth entrepreneurship opportunities.

Tim Lang CEO of YES joined the Minister, MPP Hong as well as Tim Seabrook, Vice Principal of Central Toronto Academy and members of the press to speak on the official launch of Summer Company. YES is pleased to be offering an expanded Summer Company program for the Ministry this year.

Province Fostering Youth Entrepreneurship Opportunities

Summer Company offers mentorship, training and awards of up to $3,000 to students aged 15 to 29. Students can apply online until May 6.

Last year, 865 students launched their own companies, including Eric Dolan. Eric developed Neutun — an app that works with smart watches and wearable devices that warns the wearer when an epileptic seizure is imminent. Dolan’s innovation led to securing new business partnerships, developing a user base, and expanding into his latest wearable technology endeavour to monitor a range of chronic conditions in addition to epilepsy.

Helping young entrepreneurs succeed is part of the government’s plan to build Ontario up and deliver on its number-one priority to grow the economy and create jobs. The four-part plan includes investing in people’s talents and skills, making the largest investment in public infrastructure in Ontario’s history, creating a dynamic, supportive environment where business thrives, and building a secure retirement savings plan.