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Our next leadership camps are in Spring 2026, in-person and/or virtually
Hosting a youth entrepreneurship project helps young people learn practical ways to earn income through small businesses, side hustles, and creative ideas. Youth explore how their skills and interests can turn into earning opportunities.
How might this help your community?
How might this help your community?
Builds confidence around earning and money management
Encourages creativity, independence, and initiative
Introduces youth to entrepreneurship as a career pathway
This project empowers youth to think critically about their skills and how they can create value within their community.
TIPS FOR WHEN & WHERE
TIPS FOR WHEN & WHERE
After school or during a weekend workshop
Schools, community centres, libraries, or online sessions
Suggested Action Plan
Suggested Action Plan
Decide which entrepreneurship topics will be covered (pricing, ideas, marketing, budgeting).
Secure a space or online platform to host the session.
Promote the workshop to youth participants.
Invite a guest speaker or youth entrepreneur if possible.
Prepare examples of small business ideas youth can start.
Host the session and allow time for questions and discussion.
POTENTIAL RESOURCES
POTENTIAL RESOURCES
✓ Workshop space ($0–$50)
✓ Printing worksheets or materials ($10–$20)
✓ Guest speaker honorarium ($0–$100)
HELPFUL LINKS
HELPFUL LINKS
Youth-friendly entrepreneurship resources:
Simple business planning tools:
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