There’s still time to apply! Muskoka Small Business Centre supports young entrepreneurs through Summer Company Program

BRACEBRIDGE, ON (May 13, 2025) – The Muskoka Small Business Centre (MSBC) is calling on motivated and creative youth across the region to apply for the 2025 Summer Company program, an exciting opportunity that provides students aged 15 to 29 with up to $3,000 in start-up funding, one-on-one mentorship, and hands-on business training to launch and run their own business this summer.

Funded by the Ontario government, the Summer Company program equips young people with the tools, knowledge, and financial support to bring their business ideas to life. Past participants have used the program to build valuable skills in marketing, budgeting, customer service, and leadership, all while making money and working for themselves.

What’s included:

• Up to $3,000 in grant funding ($1,500 at the start, and $1,500 at successful completion);
• Business training and mentoring from experienced entrepreneurs;
• Support with marketing, planning, budgeting, and more; and
• A chance to be your own boss this summer.

To be eligible, applicants must be full-time students planning to return to school in the fall, residents of Ontario, and not already running an established business. Apply by noon on Friday, May 23 at muskokasmallbusiness.ca/summercompany.

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About Bracebridge – The Town of Bracebridge is located in the Heart of Muskoka, the epitome of Canada’s Cottage Country.  With a population in excess of 17,000 permanent residents that doubles during the summer months, the community has a diversified economy that is highlighted by strong construction, hospitality and professional sectors. Bracebridge is the steward of the cottage country brand and is teaching the world the power of living the Muskoka lifestyle in its spirit, the arts, food, home and recreation. The Town is positioned on the 45th parallel, halfway between the Equator and the North Pole, and is recognized as Santa’s summer home.




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