Young Entrepreneurs Program

The NCC is offering children and youth between the ages of 5 and 17 who’d like to get some business experience a chance to take part in the Young Entrepreneurs Program. Participants have an opportunity to run a kiosk on one of the car-free parkways during the popular NCC Weekend Bikedays.

How does the program work?

First, sign up with the NCC, with the permission of a parent or guardian, by filling out the online form.

Then, the NCC will issue a young entrepreneurs permit allowing you to run a kiosk for three Sarturdays or Sundays on one of the NCC’s parkways.

During that time, you have an opportunity to offer your product or service to Weekend Bikedays participants.

Suggestions for products or services

Services for cyclists (bike cleaning, etc.)
Works of art (jewellery, paintings, caricatures, etc.)
Makeup
Magic show
Sale of snacks or homemade cookies

Application Form

Contact Information

Name

Age

Name of Parent/Legal Guardian

Address

City

Province or territory

Postal Code

Phone number

Email address

Business information

Name of Business

Description of Kiosk

(one paragraph)

Preferred location

Please identify a first and second choice.

First choice

Second choice

Preferred Dates

Please select up to three Saturdays or Sundays between June 1^st and September 1^st.

First date

Second date

Third date

Hours of Operation

Please select one. AM Shift (9 am to 12 pm)PM Shift (12 pm to 3 pm)ALL DAY (9 am to 3 pm)

Parental Consent

If your application is chosen for the program, you must agree to the rules below.

Arrive at the designated location and install kiosk/equipment by the start of your allocated shift (9 am or 12 pm).
Be present throughout the entire duration of the operation.
Operate the kiosk safely. Be sure that food or beverage products are safe for consumption, ensuring compliance with Ottawa Public Health guidelines
Always keep your work area and kiosk clean. When closing for the day, clean up your site and pack up your kiosk and equipment. Do not leave any garbage behind.
All signs must appear in both English and French.

Once your participation is confirmed, the NCC will send a business permit for you to display on your kiosk.

I have read and understood the conditions above and hereby give consent for my child to take part in the Weekend Bikedays Young Entrepreneurs Program. I hereby release the NCC from any claims and liability related to the operation of the business activity or kiosk. I hereby agree to indemnify the NCC with respect to any claims which may be brought against the NCC related to the operation of the business activity or kiosk. I agree to exercise appropriate supervision, given the age of the young entrepreneur and other relevant factors.

Parent's or legal guardian's full name and initials

Date

Young entrepreneur's full name (optional)