Summer Entrepreneurial Experience

In partnership with Study and Stay™ Entrepreneurship Program by EduNova and TD Entrepreneurship Inclusion Initiative

Thank you to the 2024 participants for attending the program!

The Study and Stay™—Nova Scotia Entrepreneurship Program, in partnership with the Arthur L. Irving Entrepreneurship Centre and TD Entrepreneurship Inclusion Initiative, supports student entrepreneurs in Nova Scotia through networking, skill development and resource sharing, to further the success of our student entrepreneurs and the province’s growing economy.

Program participants are provided the opportunity with a transformational business learning experience while offering the opportunity to focus on developing their entrepreneurial aspirations with support and resources to help them succeed.

If you own a business or have an idea and are looking for support to help move your business forward this summer, apply to the Study and Stay™—Entrepreneurship Program today!

Eligibility

Applicant must be a domestic or international student currently studying at a Nova Scotian post-secondary institution.
Participants are required to have good attendance during the Summer Entrepreneurial Experience program and must be international students to be eligible to give a pitch during our main in-person competition scheduled for August 1st at Arthur L. Irving Entrepreneurship Centre to be considered for funding prize money
While there is no set GPA (Grade Point Average) requirement, students are expected to be in good academic standing and to have contributed to their academic and social communities.

Grant/Funding

Students will have an opportunity to pitch at the end of the program with $25,000 to be awarded in total to students as they build their ventures.

Note: The program cannot provide you with any work authorization for running your own business, please confirm your eligibility with your Registered International Student Immigration Advisors (RISIAs) in your campus or institution. You should also be sure that you can accept the grant based on your permit. It is your responsibility to determine if your study visa allows you to participate in the program, please check before applying.

Testimonials

Ashish Ganapathy—SEE Bootcamp Participant 2024

The SEE boot camp has been an excellent opportunity to learn and refine many skills that are crucial to my entrepreneurial growth! I wholeheartedly recommend this experience to budding entrepreneurs who wish to create a larger impact through their businesses and experience professional growth and development. The network of successful and up-and-coming entrepreneurs you make at the boot camp is invaluable!

Nancy Naadei Kotei-Sass—SEE Bootcamp Participant 2024

The Bootcamp was highly informative and interactive covering a series of topics. I valued learning and connecting with fellow entrepreneurs and industry experts. Overall, I would say that building the right connection is crucial for entrepreneurial success.”

Emo Ikede MBA’13—Judge SEE 2024

SEE 2024 was a vivid reminder of the enterprising spirit that thrives among our students. It was a privilege to be invited as a judge for the event, and I enjoyed listening to all the pitches. I also appreciated the space provided for participants to interact, network, and learn from one another. A big “Thank You” goes out to the sponsors and coordinators for organizing such a fantastic event. I look forward to being invited to participate in more events like this in the future.