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We are a charitable association dedicated to the development of people in spirit, mind and body as well as the improvement of local, national and international communities.


YMCA Youth Mean Business
The only thing missing is your idea!
  • Do you have a business idea that you are passionate about?
  • Do you love starting projects and seeing them take off?
  • Do you need expertise to create a business plan?

Then Youth Mean Business wants to hear from you!


What is it?
  • Youth Mean Business (YMB) offers financial, business development and mentorship support for up to 6 months as participants work to launch their business ideas.
  • The program integrates:
    • One-on-one coaching with an Advisor
    • Workshops on business fundamentals
    • Mentorship from local business people; and,
    • Networking opportunities in the community.
  • YMB is free and participants can apply for up to $5000 worth of non-repayable financial business support.
  • With guidance from Advisors and Mentors, participants develop a business plan for their innovative ideas while gaining valuable business skills and credentials.

Who is Eligible?
  • Have an idea for a new business!
  • 18 - 29 years old
  • Unemployed and not a current Employment insurance (EI) client
In addition to the above, eligible applicants must be:
  • Residing within the Vancouver Regional District
  • Legally entitled to work in Canada
  • No longer a full-time student or enrolled in high school
  • Not currently participating in a Canada/British Columbia Labour Market Agreement funded program
  • In need of assistance to become self-employed

How to apply?

To download an application form, please click here.
Please submit completed applications to Youth Mean Business Program at ymb at vanymca.org.

Please note: Adobe Acrobat Reader is required. PDF documents will open in a new window.


For more information, please contact:
Robert Lee YMCA – Community Programs
955 Burrard Street
Vancouver, BC   V6Z 1Y2
Tel: 604-685-8066
Fax: 604-684-3255
E-Mail: ymb at vanymca.org
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Funding provided through the Canada-British Columbia Labour Market Agreement