Young Entrepreneurs Programs & Services

 

 

 

 

 


The Entrepreneurship Centre at KEDCO is proud to be involved in promoting entrepreneurship in the community to today´s youth.  We facilitate a number of programs  in partnership with the Ministry of Economic Development and Trade and other  organizations help students and young entrepreneurs make their first step towards a successful career.

The Entrepreneurship Centre also facilitates a number of programs on behalf of provincial and national organizations such as Summer Company and the Canadian Youth Business Foundation's lending program.

If you are between 15 - 34 years of age, The Entrepreneurship Centre can assist you through:

  • Free consultations with a qualified Youth Business Consultant

  • Review of your business plans

  • Referral service which connects you to professionals such as lawyers, accountants, graphic designers and marketing specialists

  • Access to current resource materials, including directories and business books

  • Workshops and seminars as well as mentoring and networking opportunities

  • Information on licenses, permits, registration, regulations, patents, copyright, trademarks and other forms and documents required to start and build a business
  • Import and export information

  • Internet and computer access for business research and planning 


    For more information on The Entrepreneurship Centre youth-related activities, please contact our Youth Business Consultant by calling 613-544-2725 ext. 7237 or email: youth@kingstoncanada.com.

    The Entrepreneurship Centre at KEDCO is open during regular business hours - Monday through Friday from 8:30am-4:30pm - at Innovation Park, 945 Princess Street if you would like to access our services or reference centre.