Our Summer Company 2026 Cohort has officially kicked off!
The Summer Company program, funded by the Government of Ontario, supports students aged 15–29 in starting and running their own summer businesses. Participants receive training, mentorship from local business professionals, and up to $3,000 in grant funding to help bring their ideas to life. From refining business plans to learning about marketing, finances, and operations, students gain hands-on experience building a business from the ground up!
Participants recently took part in a two-day Business Bootcamp, where they had the opportunity to connect with industry professionals, build entrepreneurial skills, and gain valuable insights on running a business. They’re now ready to apply what they’ve learned as they continue working on and growing their ventures throughout the summer.
We’d like to introduce our 2026 cohort of entrepreneurs, a group of motivated students bringing a wide range of business ideas to life this summer!
Kate: Mourning Doves Produce
A small seasonal farmers’ market business selling home‑grown vegetables and farm‑raised eggs to local Barrie customers.
Learn more about Mourning Doves Produce by emailing mourningdoveproduce@gmail.com.
Scott: Georgian Bay Bin Cleaning
A residential service providing scheduled garbage, recycling, and organics cart and bin cleaning, deodorizing, and sanitizing for homeowners.
Learn more about Georgian Bay Cleaning by visiting their website gbbincleaning.ca.
Aiden: Spotless Detailing Company
A student‑run car detailing business offering interior and exterior vehicle cleaning, with plans to operate as a mobile service.
Learn more about Spotless Detailing Company by following them on TikTok: @spotless_detailing.co
Hudson: Marchmont Window Cleaning
A residential window cleaning service providing interior, exterior, and screen cleaning for homeowners across Simcoe County.
Learn more about Marchmont Window Cleaning by following them on Instagram: @marchmontwindowcleaning
Nathan: Georgian Bay Weaves
A handmade fiber arts business creating woven wall hangings, crocheted items, and textile products sold at markets and events.
Learn more about Georgian Bay Weavers by visiting their website Georgian Bay Weaves or following them on Instagram: @georgian_bay_weaves or Facebook: Georgian Bay Weaves
Tristan: Koala Charmed
A custom accessories business creating personalized, handmade keychains designed for teens and young adults.
Learn more about Koala Charmed by following them on Instagram: @koalacharmed,TikTok: @koalacharmed, or Pinterest: @koalacharmed
Evan: Student Fix & Clean
A multi‑service home maintenance business offering garage door cleaning, window screen repair, BBQ cleaning, and garbage bin cleaning.
Learn more about Student Fix & Clean by calling 249-288-7330.
Ruth: Stitch & Style with Ruth
A sustainable fashion business redesigning thrifted clothing into one‑of‑a‑kind, trend‑focused pieces sold online and locally.
Learn more about Stitch & Style with Ruth by following them on Instagram: @stichandstylewithruth
Anson: Midhurst Mini-Cart
A mobile ice‑cream bicycle business selling pre‑packaged frozen treats directly in neighbourhoods during the summer.
Learn more about Midhurst Mini-cart by following them on Snapchat: @ar2010oak
Ethan: Outdoors Unbound
A guided outdoor recreation business offering beginner fly‑fishing experiences with instruction and equipment included.
Learn more about Outdoors Unbound by following them on Instagram: @outdoors_unbound,TikTok: @outdoors_unbound, or YouTube: @Outdoors_Unbound
Sarina: Mindful Intentions
A handmade wellness brand creating intention‑based kits and engraved talismans using candles, botanicals, and gemstones.
Learn more about Mindful Intentions by emailing Mind.intent.shop@gmail.com.
Weizhuo (Casper): Bridge the Future
An in‑person and online tutoring business offering math tutoring, math contest preparation, OLSAT preparation, and bridge coaching.
Learn more about Bridge the Future by visiting their website http://btftutoring.ca or by following them on Instagram: @bridge_the_future
We’re so excited to see what this summer brings for these young entrepreneurs! Stay tuned for upcoming blog posts where we’ll highlight each individual participant and their business, and be sure to follow the Small Business Centre on social media to keep up with students’ progress along the way.
The Summer Company program is funded by the Government of Ontario and delivered to student entrepreneurs in the Barrie, Simcoe County and Orillia region through our local Small Business Centre. You can learn more about this training program and SBC’s other free services at investbarrie.ca/SBC.