Honouring Vaughan’s next generation of entrepreneurs
Celebrating success stories from the City’s 2024 Summer Company program
Congratulations to the successful participants of the City of Vaughan’s 2024 Summer Company program, who were recognized by Mayor Steven Del Duca and Members of Council at the Nov. 19 Council meeting!
Since 2002, the City’s Summer Company program has helped hundreds of student entrepreneurs turn their business ideas into reality – and 2024 is no different. This year, the program was completed by the following 14 young entrepreneurs who launched businesses ranging from automotive detailing and clothing design to landscaping and photography ventures:
- Adam Davis, owner of Davis Tutoring
- Adir Goldenberg, owner of Adir’s Cookies
- Akasha Aftab, owner of Miracle Designs
- Dave Singh, owner of Dine Design Websites
- Ethan Cohen, owner of Stressynol
- Jassa Samra, owner of Green Maple Property Services
- Josh Ovis, owner of Cyberforge Computers
- Joshua Szweras, owner of Brand Pilot AI
- Jin Zhou, owner of Avatar Debate Academy
- Mariam Garcia, owner of Strategy Growth
- Matthew Kurtz, owner of Kurtz Karpentry
- Max De Saint, owner of Oasis Cards and Games
- Meghan Lee, owner of The Turnip Troops
- Serena Wang, owner of Serena’s Stitches
Delivered by the City’s Vaughan Business and Entrepreneurship Centre, in partnership with the Ministry of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade, the program equips young entrepreneurs with a pipeline of tools, skills, connections and resources required to succeed in their business ventures.
To learn more about the City’s Summer Company program, visit vaughanbusiness.ca/Summer-Company.
QUOTES
“The City of Vaughan’s annual Summer Company program gives young entrepreneurs the tools to start their own companies with hands-on coaching from local leaders and an opportunity to receive a provincial grant of up to $3,000 toward startup expenses and operating costs. The program has supported hundreds of students as they started or expanded their businesses. From tutoring and web design to landscaping and carpentry, youth in Vaughan are charting their own path to success. I want to commend the incredible young leaders of tomorrow on building their businesses here in Vaughan. They are the innovators, leaders and employers who will continue to drive our economy forward. Their entrepreneurial spirit defines our thriving business community and ensures our city’s future is in good hands.”
- Mayor Steven Del Duca
“I would like to congratulate the 14 student entrepreneurs who participated in this year’s Summer Company program. Your dedication, innovation and creativity inspire us all. I would also like to acknowledge our talented staff in Economic Development for running this program year after year. The exceptional work you do each day to support businesses and entrepreneurs at all stages of their careers helps us deliver on our commitment to Service Excellence. Congratulations again to everyone involved in this program. I wish you all the best as you continue to think big and follow your dreams.”
- Michael Genova, Deputy City Manager, Strategic Initiatives
“The Vaughan Business and Entrepreneurship Centre is pleased to continue offering the Summer Company program and supporting Vaughan’s next generation of entrepreneurs. To date, the program has supported hundreds of students as they started or expanded their businesses with the help of our talented VBEC team. Congratulations to all 2024 Summer Company program participants on your business achievements. We can’t wait to see where your entrepreneurial journey takes you next, and VBEC will continue to be here to help you achieve your small business goals for years to come.”
- Raphael Costa, Director, Economic Development
QUICK FACTS
The City of Vaughan’s 2024 Summer Company Program has concluded for the year.
The City’s Vaughan Business and Entrepreneurship Centre supported 14 youth entrepreneurs through the 2024 program.
Program participants launched businesses ranging from tutoring and web design to landscaping and carpentry.
LEARN MORE
- City of Vaughan's website
- City of Vaughan's Economic Development department’s website
- City of Vaughan’s 2024 Summer Company Directory (PDF)
