Who Should Apply? Please note – you must be a resident of the City or County of Peterborough

• A student between 15 and 29 years old (a parent or guardian must sign the application for applicants under 18)
• Starting a new business
• Attending school and returning to school in the fall (this includes full-time, part-time, homeschooling, e-learning, distance learning, apprenticeships, trade schools, etc.)
• A resident of Ontario
• A Canadian citizen or a permanent resident
• Not working at another job or attending school for more than 12 hours per week during the duration of the program
• Following the Canada Revenue Agency’s definition of being self-employed
• Able to work over the summer program period:
– A minimum of 280 hours if you’re a high school student
– A minimum of 420 hours if you’re a post-secondary student

For full eligibility criteria, please see the Eligibility Requirements for Summer Company.

All Summer Company participants must be able to attend all required training (12 hours) and must be a resident of the City or County of Peterborough.

Successful applicants are eligible to receive up to $3,000 for microgrants to support start-up costs and completion of their project under Summer Company.

Applications are open until May 17, 2025 at 11:59pm. 

Apply now! Submit an Application Form and Business Plan by May 17, 2025 at 11:59pm to be considered.