Students can get up to $3,000 to start their own business

Muskoka Small Business Centre is giving out grants for students. The provincial government’s Summer Company program is around to help students start their own business and develop their entrepreneurial skills with training and mentorship. The grant is for full time students aged 15-29 who are looking to bring their entrepreneurial ideas to life with the help of up to $3,000 in provincial funding. The deadline to apply is May 23, 2014. For details on where to get an application, go to www.ontario.ca/summercompany.