Summer Company (students)
The short answer · Checked today
Up to $3,000 and mentoring for Ontario students aged 15 to 29 who run their own summer business: up to $1,500 up front and up to $1,500 after finishing the program. The 2026 program closed May 15, 2026; 2027 dates aren't posted yet.
Closed
May 15, 2026
Apply on ontario.ca(Opens the funder’s site)Key facts
| Who can apply | Small businesses, Individuals, Young entrepreneurs |
|---|---|
| Pays for | Starting a business |
| Where | Ontario |
| How much | Up to $1,500 up front and up to $1,500 on completion. |
| Type | Grant |
| Intake | Until May 15, 2026 · 2026 program. Some local providers closed earlier. |
Who qualifies, in the funder’s words
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How much
Up to $1,500 is paid up front to help with start-up costs.
“up front to help with start-up costs” Source: ontario.ca · Checked today
Who qualifies
For students aged 15 to 29 in high school, college or university.
“between 15-29 years old” Source: ontario.ca · Checked today
How to apply
Apply through an Ontario Small Business Advisory Centre; they'll ask for a business plan and cash flow.
Other programs for the same need, open now
Up to $250,000
Non-repayable equity contributions for Indigenous small and medium-sized businesses: up to $99,999 for individual entrepreneurs and up to $250,000 for community-owned businesses, through Indigenous Financial Institutions and Métis Capital Corporations. There is no deadline.
Non-repayable funding for not-for-profits (incorporated, operating at least three years) that run business support services for women entrepreneurs. Projects of $250,000 to $6 million, from a total of up to $80 million. Proposals are due November 9, 2026 at 11:59 pm PST; late ones aren't considered.
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Sources and checks
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