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Summer Company
Summer support for student entrepreneurs
Latest source updateLast Update: July 4, 2026Latest change: Summer Company now shows updated eligibility and application details on a partner page, and the Kawartha Lakes application form is closed.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: July 4, 2026
Latest change: Summer Company now shows updated eligibility and application details on a partner page, and the Kawartha Lakes application form is closed.
Summer Company application and eligibility details updated
The Kawartha Lakes Summer Company application form now says it is closed and no longer available, so applicants can no longer submit through that portal. On the Chatham-Kent Summer Company page, the program description has been replaced with application guidance and eligibility details, including age 15 to 29, Ontario residency, return to school in the fall, no more than 12 hours per week working or studying during the program, and the page now says the 2026 program is currently full. The core funding amount remains up to $3,000, and the visible program dates still include applications open through May 16, 2025 on the Peterborough page and a 2027 opening reference of January 2027 on the Grey County page. The main change is that applicant-facing instructions and access to one application form changed materially, while the funding terms themselves do not appear to have changed.
Funding available
$ 3,000
Deadline
May 15, 2026
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
Summer Company supports students in Leeds Grenville with up to $3,000 to start a summer business. Participants aged 15 to 29 receive training, mentorship, and start-up support for launching and operating an independent venture, including business planning, marketing, and financial management.
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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 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Sole proprietorship
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Youth (<40)
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Starting and operating a new summer business
Documents Needed
- Summer Company Business Plan Template
Official resources
Program guide
Application form
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Students aged 15 to 29
- High school, college, or university students
- Applicants who live in Leeds Grenville
- Canadian citizens or permanent residents
Who is not eligible
- Applicants who are already running a business
- Applicants who are working at another job or going to school for more than 20 hours a week during the program
- Applicants who have received a Summer Company grant in the past
Eligible expenses
- Start-up costs for the new summer business
Eligible geographic areas
- Leeds Grenville
Selection criteria
- Applications are reviewed based on predetermined criteria.
How to apply
- Please go to the link below to fill out the application.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed based on predetermined criteria.
- The outcome of the application will be communicated directly to the applicant.
- Decisions are made with impartiality and integrity.
Additional information
- The privacy and confidentiality of all applicants will be respected throughout the program.
- Personal information and any other data shared during the application process will be handled in accordance with relevant privacy laws and regulations.
- Please note that these rules and guidelines are subject to change, and it is the responsibility of all participants to stay updated with any modifications communicated by the program administrators.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Summer Company Program
What is the Summer Company?
Summer Company supports students in Leeds Grenville with up to $3,000 to start a summer business. Participants aged 15 to 29 receive training, mentorship, and start-up support for launching and operating an independent venture, including business planning, marketing, and financial management.
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
Applicants must live in Leeds Grenville and be Canadian citizens or permanent residents
Applicants must be returning to school after the program ends
What expenses are eligible under Summer Company?
Starting and operating a new summer business
Who can I contact for more information about the Summer Company?
You can contact Huron County Economic Development by email at k.wright@cityssm.on.ca or by phone at 613-735-7288.
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 (IO)