Launch a business in a week! Youth (12–15) get $100 to create, market & sell a product—keep the profits.

🚀 $100 Youth Startup Challenge – Inverness County 💡💰

Ready to turn BIG ideas into REAL businesses? This summer, IGNITE Atlantic is bringing back our $100 Youth Startup Challenge — an exciting, hands-on camp where young entrepreneurs make, market, and sell their own products in just one week!

👩‍💼👨‍💼 Who is it for?

Youth aged 12–15 who are curious, creative, and ready to try something new.
📅 Dates: July 20-24
📍 Location: Whycocomagh Waterfront Centre, Whycocomagh, NS, B0E 3M0
⏰ Time: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM daily (Drop-off: 9:00 AM | Pick-up: 3:00 PM)

💥 How it works:

Each participant receives $100 in real startup cash to build their own business from scratch.

Throughout the week, campers will:
✨ Brainstorm and validate a business idea
🛠️ Create a product or service
📣 Learn branding, marketing, and sales skills
🤝 Work with mentors and team members

🎉 Final Day: MARKET DAY!
Campers take their business to the public, sell their products, and keep all the profits they earn 💵

🌱 Why join?
This isn’t just a camp — it’s a real entrepreneurial experience. Participants build confidence, problem-solving skills, and creativity while learning how businesses actually work.

🍽️ Lunch is provided daily
(Please let us know about any allergies or dietary restrictions in advance.)

📌 Spots are limited — apply early!
When registering, please include a rough idea of the business you’d like to create (no pressure — it can change!).

📸 Disclaimer:

By participating in this IGNITE Atlantic event, you understand that photos and videos may be recorded and shared for future use.