Young Entrepreneur Awards 2006

The major element of Small Business Week^® national launch is the Young Entrepreneur Awards (YEA) ceremony that BDC has held since 1988.  These awards are presented to young entrepreneurs aged between 19 and 35, representing Canada's 13 provinces and territories, who have distinguished themselves for their business sense and innovative spirit.

The 2006 Young Entrepreneur Awards ceremony will take place on October 17, in Moncton, New Brunswick.

To be eligible:

• Be a Canadian citizen.
• Be between 19 and 35 years old on December 31, 2006.
• Have at least 2 years experience as an entrepreneur.

Selection criteria
The winners are selected by a panel of business people, entrepreneurs, members of chambers of commerce and BDC representatives. The following selection criteria apply to all nominees: the originality of the business concept, its success, growth potential, and social involvement. The panel also considers the entrepreneur's age when the business was started and any special challenges that had to be faced.

Winners can also win:

• Export Development Canada Export Excellent Award
  Includes a $15,000 business grant to invest in your growing export activities.
• The WestJet Creative Mind Award
  Includes a $15,000 business grant to invest in your creative genius.

2006 CFIB Business Transition Award – new category
Business transition
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For more information concerning the Young Entrepreneur Awards, contact us by email at yea@bdc.ca or call 1 877 BDC-BANX
(1 877 232-2269) free of charge.