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Rise — Youth Small Business Program
Amount
Varies
Deadline
Aug 24, 2026
Odds
Not published
Effort
30–60 minutes
Can you get this?
✓Must self-identify with mental health/addiction challenges
✓Must be 16–29 years old and live in Canada
✓Must have a for-profit small business idea
✓Must have computer and reliable internet access
✓Must commit to sessions and all assignments
Your real odds
Cohort slots are limited and applications close about a week before each start date, so applying early gives you a real advantage.
Rise runs multiple cohorts per year through at least March 2027, so a rejection or waitlist puts you in line for the next round rather than closing the door. The program costs nothing to attend, which drives demand up.
What it takes
Submit the online application30–60 minutes
Complete a follow-up Google Form about your background and availabilityWithin 3–5 days of applying
Receive a decision and confirm your cohort datesUp to 2 weeks after applying
Complete the 10-week program and pitch your business plan at graduation to receive the start-up grant10 weeks
Worth knowing
The start-up grant is contingent on finishing the program, which means consistent session attendance, every assignment submitted, and a final business plan pitch delivered. Commitment is a formal condition of receiving the money.
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