Boot camp
8-week, hands-on, facilitated training
Design a clear strategy on how to overcome your most pressing challenges so your business can go from side hustle to full-time career.
applications open
applications open
What is Boot camp?
The Boot Camp program is the next best step in your youth entrepreneurship journey. It’s an 8-week online boot camp that helps you structure your existing business by developing a mission plan with actionable goals that’ll steer you in the right direction.
boost your business with these benefits.
Create an actionable plan to address your biggest issues
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Start claiming your success with mentorship to guide you
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Develop your business skills in a diverse community that cares
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Call yourself an entrepreneur with zero doubt
hands-on business training to define your vision.
The last thing you need is another way to burn out from the stress of trying to get your business off the ground. Our hands-on business training, peer mentorship, and networking opportunities help you reach your goals in a structured framework, even if your business isn’t “perfect” or “just right”. BITS Boot Camp gives you the push you need to succeed.
“I came into BITS at a point in my business where I didn't know what to do next in order to grow. But after the classes and being given the right tools, I now know exactly how to create the right strategy for my business moving forward. Would definitely highly recommend!”
—Melissa Falconer
“Thank you to the entire BITS team for all your love and support during such a pivotal stage in my career. 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.”
—Shakera Martin
More wins waiting for you.
Hands-on business training for key areas of your business, including planning, marketing, sales, and accounting
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Original Mission Plan Framework that helps you define your vision, challenges, goals and mission
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Personalized support and learnings from mentors who understand small business
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Access to BITS Bucks $5,000 Micro Finance Program
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Your next mentor is here.
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
is this program right for you?
You are eligible for this program if you…
Are 18 to 34
Live in Canada
Are a Canadian Citizen, Permanent Resident, or Temporary Resident*
Have an operating business making consistent sales over a six-month period
Have a personal net income of less than $35,000 per year
*Funding programs are only available for Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents
Here’s what to expect
Saturday, January 25th 2025
Week 1 (10am to 1pm) - Orientation
Saturday, February 1st 2025
Week 2 (10am to 1pm) - Mission Plan Framework
Saturday, February 8th 2025
Week 3 (10am to 1pm) - Unique Value & Customer Personas
Saturday, February 22nd 2025
Week 4 (10am to 1pm) - Marketing
Saturday, March 1st 2025
Week 5 (10am to 1pm) - Sales
Saturday, March 8th 2025
Week 6 (10am to 1pm) - Cash Flow & Income Statement
Saturday, March 15th 2025
Week 7 (10am to 1pm) - Business Presentations
Tuesday, March 18th 2025
Ask An Entrepreneur Panel (6pm to 9pm)
Saturday, March 22, 2025
Graduation and Pitch Day (10am to 3pm)
case study: Candace became a business-minded art entrepreneur on her terms
After a devastating renoviction of her art rental space, Candace wanted to try again, this time with the right business education, plan and more confidence. She came to BITS Boot Camp to get business back on the right track. After completing the program, Candace graduated with a Boot Camp Certificate, a mentor she’s still in touch with today, a supportive business network and more freelance business than she’s ever had before.
Applications open
Applications open
Ready to take the next steps? Apply to the Boot Camp program by filling out the form below and a BITS team member will reach out.