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Summer Company
Summer funding and mentorship for student entrepreneurs
Last Update: April 9, 2026
Funding available
$ 3,000
Timeline
- Closing date : May 15, 2026
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
Summer Company provides up to $3,000 in support for students to start a summer business in Ontario. The program also includes mentorship and training for new independent businesses.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop workforce skills
- Start a business
- Launch or market a product/service
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 3,000 $
Timeline
- Closing date : May 15, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- For-profit business
- Sole proprietorship
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Youth (<40)
- Startups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Starting and operating a new summer business
- Receiving business training, advice, and mentorship
Documents Needed
- Business plan
- Cash flow forecast
- Business name registration proof
- Required licensing documents, if applicable
- Business bank account information
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Students aged 15 to 29
- High school, college, or university students
- Ontario residents
Who is not eligible
- Previous Summer Company recipients
- Students already running a business
- Businesses operating as partnerships, co-operatives, franchises, or distributorships
- Commissioned sales, multi-level marketing, and 1-900 businesses
- Single-event businesses
Eligible expenses
- Start-up costs for the new summer business
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Partnerships, co-operatives, franchises, and distributorships
- Commissioned sales, multi-level marketing, and 1-900 businesses
- Single events such as concerts, fundraisers, or DJ gigs
- Business ventures that are continuations of existing businesses
Eligible geographic areas
- Ontario
Processing and Agreement
- The program provider reviews the application.
- Eligible applicants are invited to an interview.
- Applicants are notified of the approval decision after the interview.
- Approved participants must sign an agreement with the provider.
Additional information
- Participants may keep any business profits.
- The award is taxable and a T4A slip is issued.
- Applicants on Ontario Works or ODSP may still apply.
- Space is limited and the program is competitive.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Summer Company Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Summer Company. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the Summer Company?
Summer Company provides up to $3,000 in support for students to start a summer business in Ontario. The program also includes mentorship and training for new independent businesses.
How much funding can be received?
Summer Company Funds up to $3,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Summer Company program?
To be eligible for the Summer Company program, you must:
Students aged 15 to 29
Ontario resident with legal status
New business in Ontario
What expenses are eligible under Summer Company?
Starting and operating a new summer business
Receiving business training, advice, and mentorship
Who can I contact for more information about the Summer Company?
You can contact Huron County Economic Development by email at smallbusiness@uclg.on.ca or by phone at 519-351-7700.
Where is the Summer Company available?
The Summer Company program is available the province of Ontario.
Who are the financial supporters of the Summer Company?
Summer Company is funded by Huron County Economic Development, Invest Ottawa