Turn your dream into a business you actually love.
Get the skills, the community, and the push you need to make it happen.
We’re on a mission to make an impact through entrepreneurship.
1,000+
youth engaged
10,000+
mentorship hours
$600,000+
in funding
Tailored business training for young entrepreneurs.
We are a community-driven organization helping underserved, emerging entrepreneurs ages 18-34 transform their ideas into businesses by providing access to entrepreneurial training, coaching, mentorship, funding, and ongoing support.
What our community says
“I not only completed the [Boot Camp] program feeling more confident with my approach to business but I honestly feel like I have a new family … filled with some of the most talented and creative beings in Toronto.”
—Shakera Martin
“BITS Boot Camp is the perfect place for shaky entrepreneurs to solidify their ideas, create an actionable plan, and receive mentorship from experienced entrepreneurs. The staff, facilitators, and mentors are so supportive it's unreal.”
—Mary Rose McLennan
“I not only learned from all their VERY WELL crafted modules and worksheets, but from the different business approaches of all the talented people that you'll meet in the program. Overall, BITS is a space for DOING, with a loving team that really wants to see you succeed.”
—Fernanda Cantuarias
Join a community of fellow entrepreneurs who get it and you.
As a Canadian charity, we aim to build a supportive community of entrepreneurs that encourages leadership, promotes economic diversity and creates networking opportunities. In all BITS programs, we want young entrepreneurs to graduate fully believing in the power of their ideas and more importantly in their ability to bring them to life.
we Strengthen local communities through the power of entrepreneurship.
our purpose
Our purpose is to help young entrepreneurs like you to shed your self-doubt and develop the confidence and clarity you need to drive your business forward.
our Vision
Our vision is a Canada where all young people, regardless of the challenges they face in life, believe in the potential of their ideas.
How we can support your business.
A one-stop shop for business training, skills development and knowledge for young entrepreneurs
Opportunities to build your network with experienced entrepreneurs and peers who are committed to your success
Mentorship from supportive industry professionals and peers who help you build your confidence provide guidance, and offer useful feedback
Access to business funding opportunities that include grants, loans, and scholarships, for every stage of the business development process
choose the right program for you.
YCEO
A free virtual business training with 8 live sessions that will help you learn everything you need to know to start a business.
Boot camp
Hands-on business training to explore business planning, marketing and sales, accounting, and more.
The driving force of our impact.
Vidushi Mehta
Boot Camp Mentor
Associate Leadership Development Program at RBC
Hannah Perry
Boot Camp Mentor
Content Marketing Strategist, Founder of CoFellow
Wael Kechli
Boot Camp Mentor
Business Instructor at Algoma University
Become a mentor who provides young entrepreneurs with ongoing support, guidance, and feedback.
make a difference, or don’t. the power is yours.
Every dollar helps BITS create new programs, deliver more startup funding and accept more young entrepreneurs. With your generous support, our programs and initiatives have reached 1,000+ people and provided $600,000+ in business grants and loans. Help us keep giving young people a chance at successful entrepreneurship.
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