EDGE Launchpad - The Only Marketplace for Student Businesses in Ontario

A dedicated online marketplace that gives students a platform to launch, market, and sell their products while gaining real-world business experience.

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Students in high school who want to start their own businesses often do not have both practical expertise as well as structured help. This is changed by Sheridan EDGE, a unique college startup incubators in Ontario that gives students access to financial resources, instruction, and a Marketplace for student businesses in Ontario—helping them establish and grow their ventures before they graduate.

To find out how Sheridan EDGE can help your students with learning real-world business skills, gaining access to industry coaching, and starting their own firms while they are still in school, sign up for our free webinar.

✅ Sign Up for the Free Webinar to Figure Out How Sheridan EDGE Can Help Your Students Start Their Entrepreneurship!

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Structured Business Support for Student Entrepreneurs

From Classroom to Commerce

Many students want to establish their own company, but many are unsure of how to get started. By bridging the gap, our Marketplace provides students with the authority and framework they need to confidently launch their enterprises.

Sell While You Study

Students shouldn't have to wait for feedback on their ideas since entrepreneurship is a job, just like any other. With built-in access to Sheridan's student, alumni, and faculty network, we let them operate a company while they're still in school.

Zero-Risk, High-Rewards

Financial risk is the largest challenge for student entrepreneurs. Students may test and improve their company ideas in a secure environment at Sheridan Edge, which eliminates heavy beginning expenses.

Future-Proof Careers

Students who participate in EDGE are better prepared for future employment by gaining practical entrepreneurial experience, achieving financial independence, and developing transferable business skills.

What Makes This Webinar Important?

A vibrant platform, Sheridan Marketplace links student entrepreneurs with actual business possibilities. Attendees will obtain unique insights into how Sheridan Marketplace helps early-stage entrepreneurs by providing access to funding possibilities, mentorship, and a thriving entrepreneurial environment by taking part in this webinar.

Sheridan EDGE offers an extensive college startup incubator where students can:

✔ Gain practical knowledge through partnerships with the City of Mississauga & IDEA Mississauga

✔ Sell goods and services on the only Marketplace for student businesses in Ontario

✔ Access funding opportunities through EDGE’s startup grants & pitch competitions

✔ Turn ideas into real businesses with mentorship from successful entrepreneurs

✔ Join a network of entrepreneurs, alumni, and industry leaders

What You’ll Learn in This Webinar:

  • How Sheridan EDGE helps high school students in obtaining real-world startup experience
  • How to introduce children to a structured entrepreneurial path
  • Details on EDGE’s co-working spaces, funding, and business coaching
  • Verified student achievements from the EDGE Marketplace

    📅 Date of Webinar: 15th April, 2025
    ⏰ Duration:  60 minutes
    📍 Online (after registering, a Zoom link is supplied)

Fundamentals of Starting a Business as a Student

  1. Determine Your Business Concept:
    Select a project that fits your interests and skill set. Choosing a concept that matches your interests can increase dedication and drive.  
  2. Create a plan for your business:
    Describe your target market, marketing plans, financial forecasts, and business goals. A organized strategy acts as a road map, directing your choices and tracking your growth.
  3. Establish an Internet Presence:
    To display your products, create a polished website or make use of e-commerce services. To reach a wider audience, make sure your website is flexible to mobile devices and easy to use.
  4. Use social media:
    Make use of social media sites like Facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram to market your company, meet possible customers, and create a brand community.
  5. Effectively Manage Your Time:
    It takes careful time management to balance enterprise with academics. To make sure neither area is overlooked, prioritize your duties, establish achievable objectives, and stick to a plan.
"Our students have an excellent start in starting their enterprises because to Sheridan EDGE. The practical experience and guidance were helpful.”
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Sarah L.
Career Counselor
"While I was still in school, I began selling my handcrafted goods on EDGE Marketplace. Now, my business is growing.”
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Jason M.
EDGE Student Entrepreneur

More Pathways from Sheridan Edge

🔹 Connecting students with startup internships and workspace access

🔹 Leveraging municipal resources to support young entrepreneurs.

Don't miss up the opportunity to teach your kids in real entrepreneurship! By registering, you'll get access to our free guide: "How to Launch & Market Your First Student Business – A Step-by-Step Playbook"

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