BECN Kids Entrepreneurship Program empowers next generation of business owners

The Youth Entrepreneurship Showcase will take place at Staples in Cobourg on Wednesday, August 14th from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event will feature businesses from the BECN’s two youth programs, including the My Future My Career Kids Entrepreneurship Program and the Summer Company Program for high school and post-secondary students. Community members can stop by the event to browse the services and products offered, and to show their support for the young entrepreneurs.

As Northumberland's leading source for small business support, the BECN strives to connect entrepreneurs with information, strategy, resources, education, networking, and micro grant opportunities to help business owners succeed. They offer multiple student-based programs, focused on supporting the next generation of entrepreneurs in Northumberland, including the My Future My Career Kids Entrepreneurship Program, the Summer Company Program and various school partnerships throughout the community.

To apply for the BECN ‘My Future My Career’ Kids Entrepreneurship Program, please complete an online application by June 18th by visiting the BECN website. Successful applicants will be notified on June 21st. Please note that this is a competitive process and due to the availably of funds, not all applicants will receive a micro grant.