Program Rules
Know the rules.
Pitch with confidence.
Everything you need before you submit — eligibility, format, how the top 8 finalists are selected, and how grants are awarded.
View RulesWhat you need to know
Eligibility
- Open to any current high school student enrolled at a Canadian school (grades 9–12).
- Apply individually or as a team — no partner required.
- Ideas can be any business, app, product, service, nonprofit, or community project.
- No finished company needed. The idea must be clear and original.
- Free to enter — no application fee, no pitch deck required.
“The only way to do great work is to love what you do.”
Steve Jobs
Co-founder, Apple
Finalist Journey
From submission to live pitch.
01
Week 1
Submit Your Pitch
Record a short unlisted YouTube video pitching your idea. Fill out the application form with your details and submit before the cycle deadline.
Steps 4 and 5 are exclusive to the top 8 finalists — not required at initial submission.
Ready to submit?
Applications take about 10 minutes. You'll need an unlisted YouTube video and your school details.