Bruce County is celebrating youth entrepreneurship by launching seven new student-run businesses through the Summer Company program.
The program provides the chance for young people aged 15 to 29 a chance to run their own summer business.
Each of the seven companies receives a $3,000 grant to start their business, training for things like sales, marketing, and bookkeeping, as well as mentorship opportunities from local business leaders.
The Summer Company participants are:
– Abetti Botterell – Saugeen Sizzle and Shine – Southampton
– Charles Nuhn – EditorTCRD – Walkerton
– Daxton Brunet – Dax’s Cleaning Services – Wiarton
– Jack Westbury – Jackstream Mobile Washing – Southampton
– Kasen Beitz – Clean N Cruise Detailing – Chesley
– Lincoln Bui – Kincardine Student Lawn Care – Kincardine
– Vikki Ernest – Horsin’ Around Honey Co. – Chesley
The Summer Company program is mainly funded by the Province of Ontario, and run by Bruce County Economic Development.
The program serves an important role in nurturing the growth of youth entrepreneurship in the region since 2017, and has helped 35 young people embrace their passion while gaining hands-on experience.