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Mission

The YMCA of Greater Vancouver is a charity dedicated to strengthening the foundations of community.


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 have not received Employment Insurance within past 3 years
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.

The YMCA Youth Mean Business Program is currently accepting applications for the July 2013 Intake!

APPLICATION DEADLINE IS JUNE 21ST 2013.


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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