$100 Youth Startup Challenge

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.